Many animal lovers are bitten by the nee puppy bug after seeing the cute puppy videos flooding the internet, friends posting adorable pictures about their cuddly puppy, and the sudden feeling that you need something pure and comforting during these difficult times. This sudden itch of owning a dog, calls for some serious introspection and practical thinking before leaping into the unknown and bringing a puppy into your life.
It is an enormous commitment for a good 13-15 years, it is equal to having a baby or a child with food bills, veterinary expenses, exercise, kennels, boarding costs, and the huge conviction to never abandon a pet, under any circumstances.
Once it is decided that you need a pet and are willing to look after it through its lifetime- the next step is to find a suitable breed to suit your living environment, maybe an apartment.
Labrador Retriever is the most popular breed of dog in India. It is one of the preferred choices of Indian families as they are an excellent companion who is loyal, gentle and intelligent. They have no high maintenance costs and can easily adapt to different environments. They get along well with their family members and strangers. They are a wonderful breed that can be kept in an apartment and are very friendly, gentle, playful, and loyal dogs.
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However, they are not the best guard dogs and require a lot of exercises to keep them in top shape.
Indian Spitz or Pomeranian is good for living in flats and their small size and lively character make them one of the most popular breeds. They make good guard dogs and are very alert and healthy gigs. They are not expensive to buy as compared to the other pedigreed breeds.
Cons: Despite their smaller size, temperamental and snappy and are not good with young children. Their long coats need regular care and grooming. They are territorial and bark when they hear unusual noises and need to be trained to not make a nuisance in an apartment complex.
The Indian Pariah is a breed is also called Inde Dog or Desi Dog. These are mostly stray dogs or mixed breed dogs and are very robust and healthy. They are remarkably adaptable and thrive in hot and humid conditions and have excellent immunity - making them one of the healthiest breeds in the world. These dogs don’t cost anything like the pedigreed breeds and they are one of the best apartment dogs as they are friendly and easy to maintain.
Pugs are one of the most popular breeds of dogs in India for apartment living. They are classified as toy breeds and originate in China. Being one of the smallest breeds, they are ideal for small households and apartments. They are social and gentle companion dogs. Pugs have a charming personality and they understand their owner and react according to their mood.
They are well adapted to Indian conditions. Pugs tend to spend most of their time napping. They long to be a humanizing companion and follow you the whole way. Pugs are one of the oldest and oldest dog breeds in the world and a great option for first-time pet parents. The majority of them
are excellent with children
Cons: Pugs are somewhat susceptible to obesity and their diet should be monitored and not contain much fat. But their small size and the structure of their head make them vulnerable to many health problems like issues with their eyes and respiratory problems.
Beagle is an excellent dog for apartments. Small size, good-natured, lively, and intelligent are some of the distinguishing features of the Beagle. Beagles enjoy being around people and get on well with everyone. Beagles have a balanced character. They are neither anxious nor overly excited. It is their temperament that makes them excellent pets for children.
Cons: Beagles tend to eat too much and need to be carefully monitored with the amount and type of food they eat. They are difficult to housebreak and train.
Dachshunds are a small breed of dog from Germany. They are a popular breed in India because of their compact size and easy maintenance. They have a unique appearance and strong character. People who own them speak of their strange and unpredictable nature.
Cons: They can be aggressive towards strangers and not friendly with children. They are prone to separation anxiety when left alone. Dachshunds can be a challenge in training.
Cocker Spaniels are of medium build and are a convenient apartment-friendly breed. Their good looks and intelligence make them one of the most popular pets for families. They long for a human companion, as they do not like to be alone. They form a strong bond with the owner and hate to be alone.
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Cockers need regular care to avoid the dog's coat getting tangled and matted.
As a dog lover, i urge my readers to adopt Inde puppies. “Adopt, Don't Shop” should be a motto to follow so that abandoned and stray pups can get a good loving forever home. Get domestic dog breeds over foreign pedigree pups as the Indigenous breeds are better suited for our climate and our pocket.
Low energy dogs. The importance of the dog’s size is so overestimated. I’ve had toy breeds, small breeds, large breeds, giant breeds… To be honest, the most damage in my home was done by a Dachshund puppy. The JR next door is MUCH more noisy than my neapolitan - neapolitans don’t bark. They just don’t. If someone at the door, they make a “WHOF!” - once. And that’s it. Pretty much any stranger would be gone before the second bark, but that’s a different story.
Get a dog that is old - or just lazy. A dog that likes to sleep all day cuddled in your bed and won’t bother getting in a frenzy while you’re not home: because it’s not worth it, in his doggy mind.