Unpretentious companions: an overview of smooth-haired dog breeds

Ideal companions for city dwellers – who are they?

Smooth-coated dogs are sweet companions that don’t require much grooming. They are unpretentious and do not shed as much as representatives of fluffy breeds.

The most popular representatives: smooth-haired dogs of small sizes

Small dogs are great for small apartments. They make excellent companions for single people and find their place in families with small children. Among them:

• Smooth-haired Russian Toy. The miniature Russian Toy is incredibly active and energetic. The weight of this small dog does not even reach 3 kg. They are very sociable and playful, but can be stressed.

• Jack Russell Terrier. These small, smooth-coated dogs are originally from Great Britain. They have a cheerful and restless character. The breed was bred to hunt small rodents, so this dog is better not to live under the same roof with hamsters, ferrets and other small animals. However, they get along well with cats.

• Pug. The cheerful and sociable breed was bred in the imperial palaces of China many hundreds of years ago. The pug never shows aggression, but, as a person of imperial blood, loves to be in the spotlight. Of course, if this attention is in caresses, games and goodies.

• French Bulldog. The best choice for those who have children. These extremely playful and sociable dogs love to play, greet guests with loud barks and snore in their sleep. They don’t like cats, though.

• Beagle. These once indispensable hunting dogs have a docile and gentle nature. Beagles are devoted to their owner, clean and do not need special care. And they are very hardy, so they will be excellent companions for long walks.

Smooth-haired dogs of medium size

For small apartments, smooth-haired medium-sized dogs and small dogs are best suited. The article Dogs of medium size for an apartment: an overview of the breeds will help you navigate their diversity. The brightest representatives:

• Sharpei. That’s right – plush dogs. Charming representatives of this breed resemble short-haired cubs. Shar Pei, like pugs, were bred in China. They have excellent hunting instincts and a skin with deep folds.

• Basenji. These medium-sized, smooth-haired dogs were domesticated in Africa. They have undergone exclusively natural selection, therefore they have excellent health. Basenjis can’t bark, but wash themselves with their paws like cats. They can be classified as ideal companions. You can find out what other dogs are suitable for almost everyone in a separate article.

• English bulldog. Like a true gentleman, the English Bulldog is charismatic and phlegmatic. The British believe that these dogs have a truly national character, which is hard to argue with. Representatives of this breed are excellent companions and watchmen.

• Basset hound. These are undersized hounds, hardy and calm. The maximum height at the withers does not exceed 40 cm. They are peaceful with other animals and get along well with children.

• Whippet. The breed, bred in the UK for hunting, is one of the five fastest breeds in the world. Extremely intelligent and graceful, Whippets belong to the Greyhound family. 

An article on the classification of dog breeds will help you understand how some representatives differ from others.

Large smooth-haired dogs

These pets prefer to live in a house, but with proper care, they can be handled in an apartment. The main thing is to provide them with long walks. Among them:

• Doberman. This popular breed is widely used in Germany in the service of the police and the army. These dogs have excellent instincts and high intelligence, which contributes to training. The Doberman is a strong and powerful breed with an energetic temperament.

• Boerbul Another breed that is often used in the army and police. But this time in Africa, where she comes from. Intelligent and loyal, these large, smooth-coated dogs are perfect as a bodyguard or watchdog.

• Rottweiler. Very calm and strong dogs. This is a German breed, but its roots go back to the dogs of the Roman Empire. Rottweilers are difficult to train due to their proud and selfish nature. They are vigilant, self-confident and fearless, so they will become excellent guards.

• Dalmatian. The breed, which became popular thanks to the book of the British writer Dodie Smith “101 Dalmatians” and the Disney cartoon of the same name. The Dalmatian will become an obedient, loyal and cheerful companion. They are very sociable and tactful.

• Neapolitan Mastiff. Mastiff’s ancestors participated in arena fights as far back as ancient Rome. These are large, strong and calm dogs with short hair, perfectly amenable to training.

You can find out how many breeds there are in the world from this article. Let these materials help everyone choose the perfect four-legged friend.

See also:

Dog Breed Classifications

Medium-sized dogs for an apartment: an overview of the breeds

The most trouble-free dogs: choose a pet with which it is easy

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