I'm not actually getting a dog for another few years, but i'd like time to do lots of research, go to discover dogs, find a good breeder etc etc!

I'm looking for a dog that would be okay living in a smallish place (possibly a flat?) so would have to be quite small. Not sure if there would be a garden, but i'd be taking walks twice a day and long walks at the weekend.

Would need to be okay being left for a few hours a day, as i'd be working at least part time, and getting dog walker/ day care arrangements if I ended up working full time.

Would prefer a dog that didn't need too much professional grooming! I'm not sure about terriers, and their stubborness, but i'm open to ideas!!

I've had a Cairn Terrier and lived with a GSD as a child.

Someone suggested Chihuahua's, would they suitable? Thanks!

you can have any breed you want if you walk him enough

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Festus & Anca
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In your research look at the nature of each breed you might consider, some small dogs might be little but still working dogs and so need activity and space unless you seek to make an unbalanced dog that gets bored and takes out frustration in the small space.

What about a retired greyhound? They're not small but their exercise requirement would suit you and they love to snooze curled up on a comfy chair. Grooming isn't an issue either. They can be 'retired' very early and there are lots to choose from so it would be lovely to give a home to one of these.

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Penny
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Have you thought of perhaps a whippet or an italian greyhound? they are both fairly small but not teeny tiny, IG's are smaller than whippets though. Neither need any grooming at all really, maybe just a wipe with a damp cloth or one of those soft glove mit things you can buy.
Considering you might be in a flat you wouldn't want a dog that barks much which alot of terrier types are prone to (not all ofc but there would be no guarantee!) and as far as i know the greyhoundy types don't tend to make much noise (if any!)
They generally walk as much as you want to and are happy with long or short walks.

Might be worth having a look into

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http://www.english-toy-terrier.co.uk/

Manoy, I have a rottweiler and we always staid in flats and he never had a problem with space. I walk him 1,5-2 hours/day and he gets enough play and intellectual stimulation, so at home he is sleeping or relaxing.

edit. I'm not recommending a rottweiler. this breed is more suitable for people with experience.

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I was thinking greyhound/ lurcher. They seem to fit in anywhere on any chair/ bed/fire place/table

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well a rough collie is good in any amount of space and do not require that much exercise.

also they do not need as much grooming as people believe and dont need bathing as their coats are self clean, also loyal and lovely and adaptable.

but there are many dogs available to a loving home.

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Thankyou for the suggestion! I'll have a look into them! I would be worried about chase instinct but I don't know very much about them.

I always thought Italian Greyhounds were adorable ^^ thankyou for the suggestion ah yes, didn't think about noise, a dog that isn't renowned for making a lot of noise is probably best!

Sounds good to me!!

Is the Rough Collie the larger and the Shetland Sheepdog the smaller? They are both beautiful but would the Rough be okay in a flat?