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MALE ..
VERSES .. FEMALE
The age old
dilemma of which is better
I have had
this question asked to me SEVERAL times, in my option it is up to the
person. I my self like females better. Every ones preference are different.
I did do a little research on the net and came up with two articles I
thought might be helpful to you.
Article 1
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Article 2
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Many
people believe that female dogs make better pets...female preference seems
to be ingrained in these people. Most calls for pet dogs have people wanting
a 'sweet girl'. They don't think females display alpha behaviors like
'marking' and/or 'humping'. They believe that they are more docile and
attentive and do not participate in fighting over dominance.
Well
folks, this is not true and they don't call them a 'bitch' for nothing!
In the dog
pack makeup, females usually rule the roost, determine pecking order, and
who compete to maintain and/or alter that order. The females are, as a
result, more independent, stubborn, and territorial than their male
counterparts. The females are much more intent upon exercising their
dominance by participating in alpha behaviors such as 'humping'.
There IS a
reason people utilize the technical dog term of 'bitch' in a negative
way-and it refers directly to the behaviors exhibited by the females of the
dog world.
Most fights
will usually break out between 2 females. Males, on the other hand, are
usually more affectionate, exuberant, attentive, and more demanding of
attention. They are very attached to their people. They also tend to be more
steadfast, reliable, and less moody. They are more outgoing, more accepting
of other pets, and take quicker to children. Most boys are easily motivated
by food (how true!!) and praise, and so eager to please that training is
easy. However, males can be more easily distracted during training, as males
like to play so often. And no matter what age, he is more likely to act
silly and more puppy-like, always wanting to play games. Boys are fun loving
until the day they die. Females tend to be more reserved or dignified as
they age. Witness the human equivalent of the twinkling eyed Grandpa still
playing catch at age 70, while Grandma quietly observes from the porch.
Boys do get
bigger than girls, but only by an average of 1-2 inches and 3-5 pounds in
the Cocker. In the Toy Poodle a variety of sizes can be found regardless of
sex. There area a lot of self claimed 'Miniatures' in any breed out there,
but those Breeders are not breeding to the standard as it is written for
each breed. The difference between sizes and sexes is minimal, if bred
correctly, and for improving the breed according to the standard.
Neutered
males rarely exhibit secondary sexual behavior such as 'humping', or
'marking' and lifting of legs. Once the testosterone levels recede after
neutering, most of these behaviors (if they ever existed) will disappear.
Boys who were neutered early (by 5 months of age) usually don't ever raise
their leg to urinate.
And while
the female will usually come to you for attention, when she's had enough,
she will move away. While boys are always waiting for your attention and
near at hand. Females are usually less distracted during training, as she is
more eager to get it over with, and get back to her comfy spot on the couch.
The female is less likely to wage a dominance battle with YOU, but she can
be cunning and resourceful in getting her own way. She is much more prone to
mood swings. One day she may be sweet and affectionate-the next day reserved
and withdrawn or even grumpy. The female also has periods of being 'in
heat' unless she is spayed.
Seasonal
heats can be a month long nightmare
not just
for the female, but you and every male dog in the neighborhood.
Did we
mention that the seasonal heats happen TWICE a year?
If you are
not breeding, you'd be best off to have her spayed since during this time
she can leave a bloody discharge on carpets, couches, or anywhere she goes.
She will be particularly moody and emotional during this time. A walk
outside during this period can become hazardous if male dogs are in the
vicinity, and she will leave a 'scent' for wandering intact males to follow
right to your yard, where they will hang out, and 'wait' for days.
Research
has also proven that a female NOT bred during a heat cycle stays in a flux
of estrogen level which may give us the reason as to why females are more
moody than males.
Males
generally cost 1/2 the price to have neutered as a female does to be spayed.
SOOOOOO
...before you decide on that age old dilemma of male or female, give
consideration to any other dogs that may be in or around your home, your
financial situation as to having the dog altered and whether or not you have
the space, time and money to raise a litter of puppies.
Which
will make a better pet, male or female?
The only
difference is a male lifts his leg and a female squats. There are so many
misconceptions about males and females.
Do only
males leave their yard?
Some people
think only males leave the yard and run off. Why do people think this?
Because if a male is NOT neutered and smells a female in heat he will go
look for her. Notice all the ifs in this statement? Neuter the male, problem
solved.
Female do
also run. It depends on the dog and the training. My male mix breed will not
leave his yard. My female Great Dane will leave the yard to play with the
neighbors dogs the moment my back is turned.
Are
females more motherly?
No, again
it depends on the individual dog. Females are motherly to their pups when
they are nursing. Females are the pack leaders and are more dominant over
males. My male mix breed Lobo, loved to cuddle and care for baby kittens,
bunnies and birds. He thought they were his babies.
Which
are easier to house train?
No
difference again. House training depends on you. The more often you take
your dog outside the quicker he will catch on to housetraining. I have to
say this. Who ever came up with the idea of rubbing a dog's nose in their
own mess if they potty in the house is an IDIOT! Dogs like to roll in
smelly things. The only thing they don't like about it is that you are
pushing their head to the ground. Think about this. They lick their nose
when you are done than they lick your face. Yuck! They are not smart enough
to understand that it was wrong. If you find an accident don't even bother
to show your dog, just clean it up. He won't understand that having to go
potty was bad. If you catch him right in the act just clap your hands,
distract him and take him outside.
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