The wall color is reading as a neutral (at least online) so I wouldn't stress about the color. rugsusa is a good site to get inspiration - here is one that might work http://www.rugsusa.com/rugsusa/rugs/rugs-usa-arwa-flatwoven/raspberry/200ABSKLM245A-8010.html
The print would hide a multitude of doggie sins. Good luck!

Flor tiles might work well for you. A lot of the carpet tiles are very tightly woven and because you can replace each tile as they wear out, you wouldn't be stuck with unsightly stains or tears when your dog descends on it.

Create your own rug using replaceable Flor tiles.

Flor tiles are great, but they're a little pricey especially if using them as an area rug. They cost about $10-$15 per 18"x18" which adds up quickly.

Ikea offers a number of rugs at around $100 that are decent. I'd look in to those. I'd stick with a grey color of some sort, to match with the couch.

I thought that too at first, but there are lots of options that start at $8 so they're not as big of an expense as I initially thought.

I am so bummed. I found 6 rugs on sale super cheap at Rugsusa and they were all out of stock :-(

Another option is not getting a rug at all. Your wood floors make a statement on their own. You lose the softness of having a rug underfoot but it may help your peace of mind regarding wear and tear.

We have 2 80lb dogs and despite being pretty clean, they transfer their funk and dirt onto everything. We have sofa with washable covers, and I was able to get 2 green Ikea shag rugs and duct tape them together (the nap keeps them from looking like 2 different rugs) for $100. At that price, I feel good about throwing them out in a year or so if/when they start to get funky. The color is not so light as to show stains, and not so dark that their white fur shows up too badly. I considered getting FLOR tiles, but the cost per square foot was just too high comparably.

I was also going to suggest FLOR tiles. They are built to be industrial-tough, so I think they would stand up to a destructive dog!

I like that shock of purple you have on the couch ( cushion ) incorporate it in your colour scheme. FABULOUS!

When my first dog took to scratching carpet, I asked a trainer and she suggested clove oil.Worked like a charm. I would not use jute or sisal with a dog because they are impossible to clean after an accident. I have had much better luck with wool. Look at places like pier 1 and World Market for cost effective option.

I second the sisal rug vote. They're fantastic for large dogs and would look great in that space. At the same time, I'd take the time to invest in some new throw cushions for your couch. That purple one is likely creating some weird vibe with the blue-grey walls and black leather.

It's not chic, but I'd seriously consider getting a bound carpet remnant for a rug. Fairly cheap and shampooable, perfect with dogs.

I can see using celadon green and lavender with your grey and black abd white. Maybe with darker compatible purples and warm greens as accents.

A graphic print will help hide pet hair -- I just picked up this one in December and so far it's doing a great job for me in that department and wasn't too expensive given how big it is!

http://www.overstock.com/Home-Garden/Alexa-Chevron-Vibe-Zebra-Rug-710-x-1010/5725628/product.html

I vote for an accent wall too in a fun color- red or peacock blue might be fun with bright white trim. Good luck!

What is your favorite color? What is your boyfriend's favorite color. Start there.

Others have mentioned the FLOR system which I think is really a good solution and is flexible in the long term. Be aware that some flor tiles are heavy traffic (which you probably want with Scratchy McFido) and others are not.

You didn't really ask, but: a nice light fixture suspended over your dining room table would be a great addition to your room.

Chilewich is another option for indestructible floor mats.

I have big dogs and have previously had jute rugs --love them but they don't clean well . Recently got a polyproplyne rug from crate and barrel (savanna cane). The brown tones blend well with various wood floors, the weave is very tight, and when it gets dirty you can hose it off. I've had it for a few months and so far am loving it.

A different rug option is an outdoor rug. More like a mat than a deep-pile rug, but just drag it outside and hose it off if it gets dirty. Homedecorators.com and Overstock.com both carry outdoor rugs. I love mine, and it still looks brand-new after 5 years. Also, I second another poster's opinion: your hardwood floors are beautiful, and a rug is purely optional.

Beautiful condo; beautiful dog. What about a rich taupe or almond color for all the walls (like Sherwin Williams "Beach House") It would pick up on the light wood of the kitchen cabinets and ceiling fan blades. I think the bright coffee table sticks out - maybe have no coffee table at all, or a wood one in same tones as kitchen cabinets...or a black leatherette-covered storage ottoman with a flip tray? Light over dining area is good idea. The dining table and couch seem to go together well. Is your style preference modern, like your couch? And is that a fireplace next to the kitchen?? If so, I'd angle the seating so it faces toward that focal point, and hang a large square mirror - or even a flat-screen TV - over the mantel. Finally, whatever favorite color you decide you love - the purple of the pillow, or whatever - repeat it a few times....in a throw over the couch, in the rug, a vase, To choose that color, maybe look through rugs, art, curtains,throw pillows until you find one you both love. Then let that be the accent color(s).

I hear that all the carpet sold on Rugman dot com are handmade.

this space might look best with one colour on all walls b/c all have windows or doors. almond/putty/vanilla/greige would unify, wood not as contrasting against that. glass coffee table w/ wood/metal edges better opens room, two square tables allow access to middle of sofa. kilim-style flat rug large enough to be under all legs of sofa or beyond also unifies. rug pattern hides dog bits, find in wool in large price range. ikat & chevron are trendy now, sw american & persian are classic. match square pillows to rug. consider removing curtains on glass doors totally or replace w/ higher-hung med wt solid; airiness of these & tv stand off-balance w/ shutters & sofa. in phase II, replace tv stand w/ small statement piece, antique/asian/industrial, contrast w/ balance. turning sofa to face dining area opens room.

Benjamin Moore has a nifty website. You can upload a picture of your room or house, or use their samples, then try out different colors. Great fun.

I think two things stand out..one is the wobbly looking coffee table..something more solid to go with sofa strength..and not white...and the kitchen cupboards. I think a warmish color for the walls that would go nicely with the floors and the kitchen cabinets, which are a similar tone. If there is room perhaps moving table in front of kitchen and using that nook for office??? It would be nice to not have sofa jutting out like that..perhaps if it comes apart something at right angles...I wish they had color samples we could just click on...I am thinking something light yellowish greyed green...sort of a neutral green..not too bright..light and soft.