MALES VS. FEMALES
WHICH MAKES A BETTER PET?
Many people truly believe that female dogs make better pets then Males. Female's are usually more preferred and in high demand. However, this is a big misconception, and not always true. The only difference between Males V.S females is the boys tend to lift their leg and the female squats. As far as disposition, this really depends on that particular dog. The personalities are usually based on the environment, and traits picked up from there parents. Females are known to be pack leaders and more dominant over the males. Females do display alpha like behaviors usually ruling the pack. However, like males females too can mark there territory, hump, and participate in fights.
As far as house breaking both male and females are the same. House training depends on the Owner, the more you take them outside the quicker they catch on. Females are known to be more independent, stubborn and have major attitudes which is why female dogs are called "Bitches." Males tend to be more attentive, Alert, and demanding for attention. Both Male and Female can get very attached to there owners and are very loyal, loving, companions always wanting to please. As far as weight goes, males do tend to be bigger then the females. In certain circumstances this isn't always true, once males are neutered they rarely show sexual behaviors, because there testosterone levels recedes after being neutered.
The females do have messy periods, a heat every 6 months, which can be a 1 month irritating nightmare, and not just for the female but for you, and every dog in the neighborhood. A heat can be detected miles away, and you wouldn't want your female to get pregnant from another dog. I highly recommend and enforce if your not planning to breed to spay/neuter. Please take into consideration that both male and female's personality Traits, and bathroom habits, are very similar, and as long as they are altered, there really isn't a huge difference between the two. People always ask me which sex I prefer, and my answer is this, as dog owner's Ellen and I have always had males our entire lives, and found them to be very affectionate, playful, and always wanting attention. If you are consistent with potty habits and have a routine, then there shouldn't be a difference between the two. The puppy should be determined not by the sex but go by the character traits, and what is best suited for you and your lifestyle. Now before making your mind up, remember it is best to consider both sexes when getting a new puppy.
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