If you live in one of the UK’s many cities or big towns, then you might be a bit more limited when it comes to space – especially if you live in a flat or apartment.
This means that popular big dogs like German Shepherds or Labradors might not be the most suitable options.
PitPat says: 'Known for their small stature this breed will be happy anywhere and can easily adapt to smaller living quarters.' They need 'daily exercise' but are 'loyal and affectionate'. Picture: Mark Makela/Getty Images Photo: Mark Makela/Getty Images
This breed is another small dog, perfect for limited spaces. PitPat says they are 'happy to play fetch even in a smaller space, they enjoy being at home and become very attached to their owners'. House training can be a 'little tricky' but 'with patience, love and consistency they will get there in the end'. Picture: TIMOTHY A. CLARY/AFP via Getty Images Photo: TIMOTHY A. CLARY/AFP via Getty Images
PitPat says: 'These dogs are sweet and affectionate and while they love to play, they don’t need a huge amount of space to do so.' But closeness to their owners is 'important' for the dogs, so they are 'best suited to a home where people are present most of the time'. Picture: Christopher Furlong/Getty Images Photo: Christopher Furlong/Getty Images
Poodles come in a range of sizes, including miniature and toy - which are smaller and more suited to limited space. Picture: Cindy Ord/Getty Images Photo: Cindy Ord/Getty Images