If you live in an apartment and are unable to obtain a large dog,
or if you prefer a larger dog but cannot afford one,
there are several wonderful medium-sized dog breeds to choose from.
Dogs that fall into the medium size category often weigh 20–60 pounds and stand 8–30 inches tall.
As Goldilocks would put it, they are *just right*; that is, neither too big nor too little.
When thinking about getting a medium-sized dog, bear in mind that there is a wide range of energy levels and temperaments represented among these breeds.
Dogs come in all shapes and sizes, and even within breeds, each individual dog has its own history and character quirks.