The American Water Spaniel is small in size and can be raised in an apartment as long as he has the opportunity for plenty of exercise. Better quarters for this dog would include a properly fenced in exercise area. This is a hunting dog but she will adapt to apartment or home life. She is [...]

The Bedlington Terrier looks more like a lamb than a dog, but do not let her appearance fool you. She is not a pushover. She can be very aggressive with other animals and stubborn. She may do well with other dogs as long as they do not try to dominate her. She may get along [...]

The English Foxhound is a very active dog that was used to hunt in packs. She does well with other dogs due to her heritage. She is not considered a family pet because she really needs other dogs and she also must be exercised extensively. She is a very healthy breed and easy as far [...]

The Neapolitan Mastiff is a magnificent watch dog and guard dog. A very serious and scary looking dog that was bred to protect and fight. Males can be more aggressive, especially if they are intact. They are very trainable and need early, serious obedience training. They are good with older, considerate children that are part [...]

The Brittany Spaniel is basically a bird dog. She can make a good family pet and watch dog. She likes children and does well with other pets. She prefers to have plenty of space to exercise. She may be a poor choice for an apartment. A properly fenced in enclosure for exercise would be ideal. [...]

The Chinese Shar-Pei is a great family dog that has an expensive, exotic look. She is loving toward the family yet she makes a great watchdog and guard dog. She was originally bred to fight so she may fight other dogs. Take care to have her under control when walking her.

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The Cardigan Welsh Corgi is a good choice for an apartment or home. She can get by in an apartment as long as they can look forward to brisk walks. She is a good watch dog and a good guard dog but may tend to bark quite a bit. They are generally good with children [...]

The Bouvier des Flandres makes a great family pet for those who would like to have a watch dog and guard dog combination. She can be relatively inactive indoors and can be exercised via many walks. A better situation for her is a properly fenced in exercise area. She is good with other dogs and [...]

The Chow Chow is a beautiful protective dog who has a bit of a mind of her own. She can stand very cold weather because of her double coat. She can live in an apartment as long as she gets frequent walks but might prefer a fenced enclosure for exercise. She can tend to be [...]

The Dandie Dinmont Terrier is a good choice for an apartment or house. They do not need a great deal of exercise and will adapt to most circumstances. They are good with older children, especially if they have been properly socialized. As a reminder, never leave children unsupervised with a puppy or dog. They may [...]