At least 15% of the dilemmas posted on here could be solved by the same solution: Get a senior dog via shelter/rescue/rehome.

Work a 9-5 and can’t come home at lunch but still want a dog? Senior dog.

Concerned about exercise given lack of yard and city environment? Senior dog.

Family member wants a certain breed but that breed is too high-energy for the family’s lifestyle? Senior dog of that breed. Some reputable breeders want to find what is essentially a “retirement home” for their older show dogs.