Male vs. Female
The age old dilema of which is better 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 behaviours 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. 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. 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 three week long hassle 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.
Male Vs. Female
This is an age old question which everyone has differing opinions on. Let's consider temperament first.
The male is usually an affectionate "slob". He'll be more exuberant and more demanding of attention, never getting enough. They also tend to be more steadfast and reliable and less moody. No matter the age, he'll be more likely to act silly and puppy-like. On the other hand he's more likely to try to dominate you, particularly during his first year or so. He'll be more easily distracted during training.
The female is generally much more discriminating than the male. She can be affectionate but when she's had enough she'll move away. She's usually quicker to learn and less distracted during training. She is less likely to wage a dominance battle with you but can be cunning and resourceful in getting her own way. She is much more prone to mood swings than the male. One day she may be sweet and affectionate - the next day reserved and withdrawn or even grumpy. Now let's consider the physical realities. The male's genitals are external. This might produce some embarrassing moments if he decides to lick himself in front of children or that "old maid" aunt. Some males are enthusiastic "humpers" and try to mount other dogs, toys or maybe even your foot. Also, most males lift their leg to urinate. This can be a consideration if you have expensive shrubbery or yard ornaments. They can also be territorial, marking anything and everything standing with their "scent". Neutering can sometimes help with these behaviors, but is not 100% effective. The female, on the other hand has periods of being "in heat" unless she is spayed. 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. Before deciding on a male or female, give consideration to any other dogs that may be in or around your home. Generally the Maltese is not aggressive and gets along well with other dogs, no matter what sex. However, if you have another un-neutered male of another breed around your home it may not be as tolerant. http://www.angel-litemaltese.com/Male_vs_Female.htm
Male Dogs vs. Female Dogs Male dogs are also called boys or dogs. Female dogs are called girls or (wait for it!) bitches. Now don't cringe! It's an accepted canine term for a female dog. So which sex makes the better pet? Let's look at male dogs SPEAKING VERY GENERALLY... Male dogs tend to be "lovable slobs" and "good ol' boys." Male dogs tend to be more outgoing, more vigorously affectionate, more "in your face." Male dogs tend to be more stable and reliable in mood, less prone to emotional swings. Male dogs tend to be clumsy and silly and prone to acting like oversized kids. Male dogs mean well and are easy to love. On the negative side: Male dogs are more apt to test their owners and engage in dominance struggles, especially during the hormonal adolescent months, which can last a long time -- from about six months old all the way up to two or three years old in larger breeds. Male dogs have obvious genitals, which can make for embarrassing moments if they become aroused or decide to lick themselves when Grandma is visiting. Some males are enthusiastic humpers who will mount stuffed toys, other dogs, sometimes people's legs. Most male dogs lift their leg to urinate -- a consideration if you have expensive shrubbery or lawn ornaments. Some males are territorial markers who spray urine on every vertical object (ranging from telephone poles to blades of grass) to mark it with their scent. Let's look at female dogs SPEAKING VERY GENERALLY... Female dogs tend to be more subtle than males. They're affectionate on their own terms. They'll request or demand petting, then reassert their independence by walking away when they've had enough. Female dogs tend to be quicker to learn and are not as easily distracted during training sessions. Female dogs are less likely to be openly defiant or to engage in blunt power struggles or dominance challenges -- yet they can be clever, passively resistant, and manipulative about getting their own way. Female dogs are prone to mood swings and emotional theatrics. They can be sweet one day (or one hour!) and grumpy the next. Female dogs are experts at The Dirty Look and The Sulk. In some breeds, and certainly in many individuals, these generalizations do not hold, and indeed, may be reversed! Other male-female considerations Some breeders extol the virtues of males without mentioning the negatives. Keep in mind that breeders prefer to keep females for their breeding program. They may push their male pups because that's who they need to place. When trying to choose, consider the other dogs in your household. Certain breeds should never be kept with another dog of the same sex. Consider the other dogs in your neighborhoood. If there's a resident bully who roams free, you'd be wise not to get the same sex, else your daily walks may become stressful. Similarly, if your next-door neighbor has an aggressive dog, perhaps you should get the opposite sex to avoid fence-fighting. http://www.yourpurebredpuppy.com/buying/common/sex.html
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I did a search male vs female puppy and here are some siteshts you can read
I haven't read through all of them - but it might give you something to think about
I tried to find as many sites that said females were better, but there were more that are for males...go figure...
after you read all of these, you will know more about this subject than I do, for sure!
just do a search on "male vs female puppy"
