Apartment dog that can run?

>>2178357
Honestly any dog can do well in an apartment as long as they are given proper stimulation. You want a dog that can run long distances, expect to run with it every single day. A dog that can run a marathon will not be a weekend warrior, it will be a working dog that needs to be worked daily. Honestly most breeders would probably shy away from saying their breed could do more than a marathon, more for the dog's sake. I would actually suggest an American Pit Bull Terrier (not a 'pit bull' because those are just mutts and their activity level varies from athletes to couch potatoes) because terriers are very active and motivated breeds, and APBTs as a breed are known for their tenacity and iron will; if you're running for a day straight they will not give up running right by your side until they keel over and die. They are also piss easy to train, and very people driven, making loose leash training viable.

That being said, it is extremely important to keep tabs on the dog while you're running and know the signs of when to take a break, Because an APBT really will keep going until it dies. You should carry a travelers water bowl, water and alcohol to avoid heat stroke.

>>2178357
as an ultrarunner i stumbled upon this article, you should give it a read https://www.ultrarunning.com/featured/the-mountain-ultra-trail-dogs-muts/ im not too sure how they would fare in an apartment though

>>2178365
american pitbull terriers are banned in many countries though, so be sure to check that.

>>2178365
I was going to say yorkie but you have to have water on hand if you run. It'll be fine in the shade of the trees and those things absolutely love to stay wired and explore. Very healthy obedient and beautiful dogs. Women love them too.
You did say apartment dog, but I can't say for sure what you're looking for. They might not have the stamina for a heavy run, but they sprint like madmen in year 1/2.

Many, many apartment complexes have rules against breeds like the APBT. Although a good suggestion, they aren't viable apartment dogs due to the stigma associated with them.

As per the OP, perhaps a hound of some sort? Assuming you can teach them 'quiet,' many hounds are bred for pure endurance and can go for literally hours.

>>2178369
And keep all paper, toilet paper, paper towels and money out of reach of this breed.
Mine shredded a $50 bill and one time she tipped over a toilet paper stack in the bathroom and SHREDDED about 7 rolls of tp. Cute as fuck but the mess was off the wall.

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>>2178365
when i'm reading breed descriptions, some say "this dog is not suited for apartment" though so im a bit confused. the tolling retriever seems to do well in apartments from what i've read.

>>2178366
thanks, definitely an interesting read

>>2178368
yep, banned in my country (Denmark)

>>2178369
that does not look like a dog build for running very long.

i love the german shorthaired pointer and it is so beautiful, i'm just worried it wont be happy living in an apartment, and being alone for when i'm at university.

>>2178390
How long are you gone at a time? If you do things right, he would be okay for 4 to 5 hours alone in a crate.

>>2178390
No yorkies are just sprinters but you're probably going to have some restrictions on what you can own so I brought it up.
Just promise me you won't get a jack russell.

>>2178392
usually 5-6 hours, but a few times longer. Leaving them in a crate sounds foreign to me, i was planning on just letting them stay in my apartment where they want

>>2178357

If pitt bulls aren't banned, I would highly recommend one. They are great dogs that mostly want to do whatever you're doing; if you want to lounge around and watch TV they're happy, or if you want to go for a run they're happy. Really great companion dogs.

I would also recommend a lab. My family has had black and chocolate labs and they've always been great as far as knowing when its time to relax and when its time to play/run around. GSD and rottweilers are great dogs too, but are also banned in a lot of places unfortunately.

I wouldn't recommend a collie or australian cattle type dogs; they do best with a lot of space. They truly do need to be run every day to be happy. I think tollers are high energy in the same way, but I don't have a lot of experience with them. However, you can find some mixes that have a great balance. I have a border collie/corgi mix and he's got a really balanced personality.

>>2178390
"this dog is not suited for apartment" usually means that the breed needs a lot of exercise every day or they get destructive. if you give it enough exercise each day, it can live in a tiny one-room apartment. dogs don't need 37 rooms to wander around in during the day. as long as it has a sleeping area and an eating area, it should be fine; provided it gets enough exercise.

Jack Russells are unstoppable cardio machines - despite the fact their tiny little legs are running six strides for every one of yours, they're one of the best dogs for long distance runs and they're small which is a plus for apartment life IMO. However, they're not a good choice if they'll be left alone much and they need to be well socialised and kept active otherwise they morph into horrible little monsters.

Staffordshire bull terriers may be an option if they're easy to find in Denmark - they love a long run, but they're more laid back at home than many of the working breeds. They still need attention and a couple of decent daily walks, but they don't need to be constantly engaged and they tend not to be territorial (they're notoriously shitty guard dogs) which can be good for apartment life.

>>2178395
That is doable.

Keep the dog alone however you want. Just be prepared and accept he'll get into lots of trouble while you are gone unless you jog before you leave and give him lots to do that is constructive.

Another thing to keep in mind is all dogs generally love running so long as they aren't short nosed (brachycephalic). I've seen a buff dude running with a little chihuahua. If you aren't getting a naturally athletic dog, you might need to build him up, but most dogs can become running bros.

i have a min pin, he fits nicely in a small place and can run for days

>>2178357
Get a shelter dog that's a year+ old and is medium sized. Breed seriously doesn't matter that much, you're not buying a car. You'll save an animal instead of perpetuating animal homelessness, you won't have to deal with a puppy or housetraining, it'll be older so housetrained and calmer and able to be by itself, and any medium sized relatively thin dog should be able to run. I'd say pick the one that seems the most happy to see you. You're getting a companion after all, not just a running accessory.

>>2178438
DO NOT PURCHASE A JACK RUSSELL
HOW MANY TIMES MUST I DESCRIBE THIS TO YOU?
They fucking bark for 22 hours a day.
They get the cops called on you.
They make your neighbors want you dead.

>>2178390
not sure if you are able to get a german shorthaired pointer if you don't have a hunting license
many breeders want to see them as serious hunting dogs

i would look for something medium sized (15-25 kg), small framed, long legged and short haired

too bulky and muscular dogs do overheat faster which is not cool for endurance

>>2178490

I live next door to two of them and they're no bother. It's fair to warn people they're high energy and need to be well-socialised, but they're not some special breed of untrainable dog that's incapable of learning not to bark. If you're the kind of shitty person that would let your dog bark 22 hours a day, there isn't a breed suitable for you.

>>2178509
I never owned one, but thanks for imposing. I alived next to 4 of them for 2 years that the owners wouldn't let inside.

Garbage breed, literally rather own 8 pugs than 1 JRT.

Don't get a german shorthaired pointer unless you plan on dedicating your life to that dog. It has such high energy you have to spend so mayn hours every day exercising it

>>2178527
>I alived next to 4 of them for 2 years that the owners wouldn't let inside.

In all fairness, 90% of the time when someone has four dogs they never let inside, you know they're going to be shit barky dogs whatever the breed. They're very often neglected, bored and untrained.

>>2178450

Although brachycephalic dogs are generally not a good choice, boxers are great running partners outside hot climates. They're not good if you need to leave them alone for long periods, though this really applies to most dogs that are energetic and athletic enough to run marathons.

>>2178527
Give me all the JRTs and PRTs, just don't bring a Labrador anywhere near me. The only breed I actively dislike, because I've never met one that wasn't annoying as fuck.

>>2178490
How often were these dogs exercised? You can't blame the breed for shitty owners.

>>2179000
how are they annoying compared to other dogs?
asking cus never owned a dog

>>2179026
I don't like clingy dogs, if that's what you like then go for it. I prefer more independent dogs.

>>2178986

I've owned several boxers over the years, and I've never had an issue leaving them out alone. As long as they're well exercised, and given plenty to do while you're gone, they should be just fine.

Back in my current dog's heyday we definitely had a great partner, but the older she gets the worse she is (she's getting very creative in finding new ways to force walk breaks). Max was about 10 miles with her, and I really don't see a boxer getting much if any further than that.

>>2178466
my country works differently though, at the moment there is a less than 30 shelter dogs in the whole country, and most of them are oldies above 8 years

>>2178357
Is offlead important to you, because some of the longer legged terriers could fit (e.g. Parson, Border, Fox)

>>2179341
Forgot to say: they aren't renowned for having good recall, but could definitely keep up on a lead. I think I would say away from breeds like Patterdale or Jagd though.