Dogs · by Jonas Schneider · 2026-09-23

yes, you can have a big shepherd in an apartment if you like schedules more than excuses

I keep seeing people say apartment living is automatically cruel for large dogs. I get where that comes from because plenty of people under-exercise their dogs in houses too. But my 78 lb shepherd gets three structured walks, nosework in the hallway, training reps in the lobby, and a weekend trail. He is calmer than he was in our old rental with a yard because a yard made me lazy.

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Nusrat Akter · 5 likes

There *are* dogs who truly struggle in apartments though. I don't think size is the whole story, but temperament matters a ton.

Jonas Schneider · 2 likes

Totally agree. I'm arguing against blanket statements, not saying every dog fits every building.

Maya Putri · 4 likes

A yard is convenience, not enrichment. people hate hearing that but it's true.

Noah Campbell · 3 likes

Lobby reps are underrated. Those tiny daily impulses-control moments add up fast.

Maia Brown · 1 likes

Co-signed from a Doberman apartment person.