Dog breeds for flats and apartments

The Pomeranian is a toy sized or miniature dog, that is, they are very small! Many people are thinking about adopting this wonderful long-haired dog, either because they are a hypoallergenic dog breed, because of their intelligence or because of their affectionate and noble character. They certainly make...

The Boston Terrier is an elegant, cheerful and sociable dog. It can be the ideal pet for both dog experts and novice owners. We are talking about a small dog, easy to care for and extremely affectionate. It is perfect for all types of families and we should not devote excessive time to their education....

The Jack Russell Terrier breed was developed in the United Kingdom, and it descends from the dogs bred by the Reverend John Russell in the early 19th Century. Driven by his love of fox hunter and his devotion to terrier dogs, the reverend decided to cross different dogs: the result were this breed and the...

The Spanish Greyhound or Galgo Español is a tall, slender and strong dog originally bred to hunt hares. They are similar to English Greyhounds, but the trained eye can spot several differences. While the Spanish Greyhound is not yet popular outside of Spain, more and more people have started to adopt them...

The Wolfspitz or Keeshond are breeds of German Spitz dogs. The Fédération Cynologique Internationale (FCI) groups them under a single standard, with four other types, each with their own slight differences. The other breeds included in this group are: Wolfspitz or Keeshond, Large Spitz, Medium Spitz, Small...

The Golden Retriever originates from the United Kingdom, more specifically from Scotland. They were born around 1850 in a search for a hunter dog that was able not to hurt the prey. That is why we observe hunting and tracking skills in the beautiful golden retriever. They are one of the most popular...

The English bull dog is a breed with an unmistakable appearance. Robust and short, they look fierce (due to their origins), despite their character which is usually affectionate and calm. They are ideal for families in which special attention is given to pets, since they are dogs that need to be continuously...

The chihuahua is a small breed of dog, very popular for its size. Besides being an adorable pet, they are intelligent, restless and curious companions. And will offer all their love to whoever takes care of them. They - unsurprisingly - get their name from Chihuahua, Mexico, the state they were first...

The Labradoodle is a cross between a Labrador Retriever and a Miniature or Standard Poodle. Although not officially considered a breed by any major dog expert organization, like the FCI, their popularity has warranted them an AnimalWised breedfile. Like the labradoodle’s parents, they are usually highly...

The poodle is one of the most well-known dogs in the world, due to their elegance, intelligence and balanced character. According to the International Cynological Federation (FCI), poodle dogs are classified into four varieties according to their size: toy, miniature, medium and standard. However, other cynological...

The bullmastiff is a guard dog by nature but at the same time is incredibly affectionate with their own family, even if they are large and muscular dogs. They can also live quietly in a small home as long as they go on walks several times a day. If you are thinking of adopting a bullmastiff, you cannot miss...

The English Cocker Spaniel is a very intelligent, playful and sociable dog. They feel a lot of attachment for their human family and need to always be with them to feel good. This makes them susceptible to separation anxiety. This does not mean that we can never leave them alone, but if you do not have...

The West Highland White Terrier or Westy, is a small and friendly dog, but crude and brave at the same time. Developed as a hunter dog, nowadays they are one of the best pets in existence. This breed comes from Scotland, more specifically Argyll, and is characterized by their bright white hair. They appeared...

The schnauzer is an elegant, agile and robust dog, characterized by their great intelligence and loyalty. Informally they are also called the standard schnauzer - but this is not the official name of the breed. These dogs are very curious, intelligent and of an incomparable character. They are really...

If you are thinking of adopting a shiba inu, whether a puppy or an adult and you need informed on the breed, you have came to the right place. This AnimalWised breed file will offer you all the information you need to know about this beautiful little Japanese dog. Including their character and necessary...

The pug, is a very specific dog. If there was a way to define it in two words we could say it's a bonsai mastiff. The breed's official motto multum in parvo (latin for: a lot in little: a lot of substance for such small space), certainly refers to great dog in a small body. This breed needs to have...

The Yorkshire terrier is a small dog or toy dog. If you are thinking of adopting one, it is very important that you first consider their characteristics and needs. Knowing what food they need, the size they will reach as an adult or how to carry out their training are some of the basic things you should be clear...

According to the World Canine Organization (FCI), there is one German Spitz breed with a single standard that includes five different varieties: Keeshond (Wolfsspitz) Giant Spitz (Großspitz) Medium Spitz (Mittelspitz) Miniature Spitz (Kleinspitz) Pomeranian (Zwergspitz) These five varieties are practically...

The Scottish Terrier or Scottie is a small but solid and well-muscled dog breed: a very powerful dog in a small package. Their characteristic beard gives them a peculiar look and matches their elegant bearing. In this AnimalWised file we will go over the main traits of the Scottish Terrier, including...