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What are large dogs that can own at apartment?

I want Labrador Retriever, but not good for apartment? They are used as guide dog. Maybe he can`t do exercise at my home but I will take him to park and make him run free for long time.

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1. Sorry but no large dog is suitable for an apartment. What if its raining or your busy? Large dogs need regular exercise otherwise bordem and bad habits form. I wouldnt recommend apartment living for any dog however maybe you should look into a small breed that requires less exercise such as a Shih Tzu... Or just get a cat
2. big dogs need lots of exercise, think twice before dog and apartment.
3. If you really want a large dog in an apartment - then how about taking on a older rescue. These are the dogs that often get stuck in shelters for years, and to be honest. Several walks a day would be adaquate as they tend not to charge around as much.
4. Dogs, big or small can't own apartments. :D But to your question, do not get a large dog in an apartment. Even if you walk it every day it might become destructive. Big dogs need a lot of room. They need to be able to run outside whenever they want. Buy a medium size dog if you must, or a dog that is specifically bred for apartment living.
5. Just because a dog is big, doesn't mean he needs a big house. There are many large breeds that are rather lazy and can be happy in an apartment as long as they get daily exercise and walks. Read here for some examples: http://www.dogguide.net/10-apartment-dogs.php
6. DOGS IN AN APPARTMENT OR FLAT, WITHOUT A FENCED GARDEN. If you are not on the ground floor and you do not have a fenced garden imagine the problems a puppy or even an older dog will create. Your dog will need to be walked regardless of the weather, it may need to have the mud washed off its coat and then dried. Can you carry a dirty dog up stairs or take it in the lift? Have you somewhere to wash it in your apartment/flat? What do you do when it wants a pee in the middle of the night, Is it safe for you to take it out during the night? Will you mind going out in your nightwear? When your dog wakes up in the morning, it will not cross it legs until you get dressed. Will you again take it downstairs for a pee? In all of this consider the fact that if you are not at home during the day to housetrain your dog it will pee and poo. Have you ever heard a dog cry when it is left alone? If you are at work you will be unaware of this. Have you considered the other tenants and neighbours? they will almost certainly complain, then what. Eventually you may be asked to vacate your apartment/flat and make good the damage before you leave. Have you considered how many landlords will take you and a dog? People part with their dogs every day because they cannot find accommodation. IF YOU LIVE IN A RENTED APARTMENT/FLAT AND YOU INTEND TO LEAVE A DOG ALONE, THINK AGAIN.
7. No big dogs...