Bichon Frise's Quiet Characteristics
Bichon Frise's 'quietness' stems from their 'companion dog' genes - they prefer to quietly lie at owner's feet rather than bark. Adult Bichon's barking frequency is only 1/3 of Golden Retrievers, and sound is delicate (about 60 decibels, equivalent to normal conversation), won't disturb neighbors. Their exercise needs are low, 15 minutes ball play at home + 30 minutes walking daily can satisfy, suitable for apartments with balcony area under 5 square meters.
"Bichon Frise is an ideal choice for apartment living. They are quiet, gentle, and won't disturb neighbors." - Pet Behaviorist
Bichon Frise Care Essentials
Bichon's 'tear stain problem' needs special attention: when feeding use slow feeder bowls (avoid wolfing down causing excessive tear secretion), wipe around eyes daily with non-irritating pet wipes, for severe tear stains can feed fish oil with Omega-3 (twice weekly, 1ml each time).
Pug's 'calmness' is well-known, adults can sleep 18 hours daily, activities are mostly 'slow motion' (like slowly pacing, turning in place), almost never show excited barking. Their respiratory tract is short (nasal passage length only 1/2 of normal dogs), will 'pant like bellows' after intense exercise, so apartment living is actually more suitable (avoid forced exercise).
Other Apartment-Suitable Breeds
Cavalier King Charles Spaniel's personality is like 'gentle little gentleman', extremely low sensitivity to noise (may continue sleeping during thunder), never actively provoke when interacting with children and other pets. Their size is moderate (adult weight 5-8kg), only need 60cm×80cm dog bed to satisfy rest needs.
Japanese Shiba Inu's (adult) 'quietness' is reflected in 'not disturbing people' - they only bark when there are clear needs (like hunger, wanting to go out), and calls are short (no more than 3 each time), won't bark continuously for long periods. Shiba's 'cleanliness' enables them to maintain good hygiene in apartments: will actively stay away from their bed to eliminate, will wipe mouth with paws after meals, even refuse to step on dirty things.
Shih Tzu Characteristics
Shih Tzu's 'gentle' nature makes them apartment favorites, their activity range is mostly limited to within owner's sight, favorite game is 'fetch cloth pieces' (throw small cloth pieces, they'll bring back and place at your feet), entire process almost no sound. Shih Tzu's fur is long but grows slowly (only 1cm monthly), monthly trim to 'sport cut' (fur 3cm long) is sufficient, grooming difficulty far lower than Yorkshire Terrier.
Their attitude toward strangers is 'friendly but keep distance', won't bark due to visitors, very suitable for apartment residents who value privacy. When caring need to do 'alone training' from young (leave them alone at home 1-2 hours daily), otherwise may develop 'separation anxiety barking' (difficult to correct after adulthood).