A dog communicates with the world through barking. This is beneficial when an extra “signaler” is needed at the dacha. You might miss the doorbell if you’re digging in the garden, but Rex’s barking indignation is sure to attract attention. However, a noisy gramophone isn’t always appropriate in apartments. And having a barking speaker on when you have annoying neighbors is somehow undesirable. But you want a friend! And there’s a solution.

It is worth paying attention to special breeds, in the list of virtues of which tact and devotion are at the top.

1. Cavalier King Charles Spaniel

A miniature version of a spaniel lived for a long time in royal surroundings. The British monarchy never even considered taking them hunting. Firstly, aggression in the breed was tamed during its development. Secondly, it’s not worth exposing a long-eared psychologist to danger. While the greyhounds are chasing ducks, the gentleman will be lounging on a stack of pillows under a canopy! He’s not lazy, but rather has a set of tools at the ready: calming agents in case of an unsuccessful safari, and rewards if game appears in the kitchen. Getting his paws dirty? Bad manners!

The dog fancies himself the Prince of Wales, and he’s not far from the truth. When you feed on the emotions of royalty every day for breakfast, lunch, and dinner, aristocratic manners automatically take over. Disrespecting the courtiers with loud “woofs!” is beneath his dwarf dignity. His upbringing doesn’t allow him to dig holes in the parquet floor, and “leaving a message” is only permitted in a strictly designated area.

The little one devotes all his free time to mentally jotting down the details of his two-legged family’s life. If he lives with an optimist, his face will glow with happiness, and his demeanor will be one of handing out tulips. If his owners are incorrigible pessimists, his pet will become a symbol of torrential grief. In the adaptation, the Cavalier King Charles Spaniel is a true Master Yoda!

2. Basenji

This creature managed to captivate even the pharaohs. The wisdom of centuries is etched in a deep crease on the forehead of this handsome, pointy-eared creature, although the wrinkles could also be the result of constant grumbling. The Egyptian can’t bark. Not at all! His speech could be mistaken for the rumble of a hungry stomach. With this sound, the sun can express a wide range of emotions: from indignation to pleasure. During particularly emotional moments, the young man switches to yodel.

In addition to maintaining silence, Basya religiously adheres to the rules of cleanliness. He’s essentially a cat in dog form. Breaks are taken for training and snacks, and the rest of his free time is devoted to this sacred ritual of cleansing. Yes, he’s a true slave to order! If his owner’s programming fails, he’ll give him instructions and turn the slob back into a pedant. But he’s a brainiac. He’s that eternal student with encyclopedic knowledge. And his brain reservoir is replenished daily.

3. Shih Tzu

For her magnificent hair, this microscopic lady is nicknamed “Chrysanthemum.” The Dalai Lama once gifted a representative of the breed to the Chinese Emperor, and the gift proliferated at court. The Shih Tzu has many incarnations. First and foremost, she is the earthly embodiment of poise, an icon of calm, understanding, and humility. While the bustle of the world passes by, she analyzes it from a reclining position. In relationships, these dogs share Leopold the Cat’s stance toward children, rodents, and other cats.

Only an external attack on family and friends can provoke a violent reaction. The transformation occurs in an instant. One moment, it seemed like a childish beast had grown into the pillows, and the next, a real lion raises its mane! How could anyone suspect a gladiator in a princess? Many mistake such behavior for fortitude. In fact, this is how despair works. Losing the people she adores is tantamount to emotional burnout for her. So, the dog protects them like the apple of her eye.

4. French Bulldog

Bulldogs shower love on anyone who can’t resist their slobbery embraces! Comfort is paramount in their value system. Which command do you think they’ll rush to obey first: “Walk!” or “Eat!”? Given the two, they’ll choose lunch. They always have the energy for a siesta, but they don’t have a joule to spare when it comes to getting out of it! A self-sufficient companion. You’d think that if energy isn’t expended, they’d rarely need to recharge. But no, food supplies are burned far more often than calories are burned.

In general, this is an expert at finding pleasure in everyday life. Any deviation causes anxiety, and this is where the pedagogical gift comes into play! If those around him begin to quarrel and sort things out, the chubby one rises to the defense of universal peace. It is he who will remind those quarrelling how to love and care for each other. A gurgling snore – and the clumsy chubby one throws himself into his arms.

He doesn’t like to bark! A loud noise is a sign of aggression. He’ll bark and then become alarmed. A calm reigns in the house where ten kilograms of serene Zen reside. Only an unauthorized threat to the dog’s beloved companions can disturb it. Then the dog will open his mouth wide to point the attackers in the right direction.