The Early Riser/Joggernaut
You own a Subaru, fitted with a bike rack on the back, and a kayak rack on top. You have more than three different colored armbands to hold your iPod while you run. You have an insane diet inspired by cavemen, Leonardo DiVinci, or orangutans. You are disappointed with only running three miles. You wake up so early that an hour has to be made up just so you can explain it.
If this is you, then your dog is the Goldendoodle. Yes, it is a “designer dog”, but your not pretentious remember? All you care about is the getting’ out there bro. The Goldendoodle is perfect for you for two reasons. One is that the Goldendoodle demands an enormous amount of exercise. This dog will challenge you to keep up the pace, just how you like it. Two, the Goldendoodle is off the charts friendly with strangers and other dogs, making them perfect for running through parks, trails, and any other urban high traffic areas
The Neat Freak
You need everything clean all the time or else. You carry wipes and sanitizers in your pocket or purse. Your books, movies, and silverware are all in alphabetic order. That’s right, I said silverware, because you have labeled each and every piece.
If this is you, then the Bichon Frise is for you. No, the fancy name won’t help your case for claiming not to be a uptight. But, if John Wesley was right in saying that cleanliness is next to Godliness, then this dog is heavenly. It has the unique double threat of barely shedding (no dog doesn’t shed, no matter what anyone tells you), and barely drools (see advisory on shedding and apply here).
The Scared Stiff
You have two monogrammed cans of mace, one in your purse, another hidden in your sock (If you live in Texas, substitute the mace with a Glock). You have a pocket protector. You drive your car to the nearest parking garage at the slightest hint of rain. You have more than one deadbolt on your bedroom door, on top of the two three that hold down your front door.
If this is you, then the Neopolitan Mastiff is your dog. “Isn’t that a massive dog?” you ask. Yes, but the idea that only small dogs make good apartment dogs is myth. Temperament is the key. The Neopalitan needs minimal exercise and upkeep, and its massive frame alone will have any possible invaders choosing the next apartment over instead of yours. The Neopolitan Mastiff will be diehard loyal to you, and pretty much you alone.
The Gucci Head
You have enough of mom and dad’s money flowing in to customize everything pink. You have “Paris, Je’taime” tattooed on your ankle, and you aren’t talking about the city in France. You say like, like, all the time. You answer the question, “What is your biggest talent?” by saying, “shopping,” and you mean it.
If this is you, then the Yorkshire Terrier is your dog. All I did was pick the most expensive dog that is small enough to fit into a purse. Voila!
The Urban Mom and Pop
You are okay with children not knowing what a star looks like until they are ten years old. You think that a thousand square feet is massive family living space. You think the local park is just as good as backyard, if not better.
If you are this person, then the Bassett is yours. They are small, low maintenance, and love pretty much everything and every one. You won’t need to fear their interaction with your little ones.
The Career Man/Woman
You don’t work to live. You live to work. You can’t stop proudly reminding people just how much busier you are than them. You have lots of nice stuff you never enjoy. You have enough money to take that dream vacation, but go to the office on your free time instead.
If you are this person, then the Maltipoo is the fit for you. All dogs take a bit of work and time. However, this tiny breed is as hands off a dog breed as you are going to find. They are good at being alone, and don’t need very much exercise. When you get home, they are going to be all too ready to just climb up into your lap while you watch reruns of Law & Order SVU.
While apartments dogs normally don’t need a dog containment system you may want to consider a wireless fencing system for dogs to keep their paws away from kitchen goodies.
