[–]AbstractPizza 0 points1 point2 points 4 years ago (0 children). [–]Serial_ButtdialerWhippets and italian greyhound. If you were to have only 1 dog, what gender would it be? I love a snuggly, "what is personal space" dog :), [–]ucsouth 2 points3 points4 points 4 years ago (2 children). Do not assume a user is trolling. Totally prefer females. If you're looking to purchase a dog, you want to get one from a responsible breeder. Now it's probably just breed differences going on in my house, the male being a lab-beagle mix and the current female being a herding mutt. I think the pros and cons balance out and you're absolutely right, both can be great pets and working dogs. Sometimes these behaviors (and others) don't go away with neutering. I prefer hunting with females in general. There’s the burly leather-jacketed guy on the Harley with his Miniature Pinscher riding in the saddlebag. My previous male, a malamute mix, had severe separation anxiety for his first couple years then ran away every chance he got the rest of his life. If that's the case, that makes me sad and I couldn't do that to a dog. Positive reinforcement isn't just for dogs. [Discussion] I’ve been training my puppy to trade items in her mouth for treats. Again I want my dog thinking and figuring things out for themselves. Anecdotally, I love my female dog's seriousness, her sharp intelligence, her drive to work, her attentiveness, her quiet and easy to live with nature, her expressions and her silliness on the less frequent occasions when it comes out. Male dogs: This may be the easiest for me, having grown up with one male dog at a time throughout my youth, none of whom were castrated. On the breed, on the specific dog, on it's innate vs learned behavior. It's very common for female dogs to die very suddenly from pyrometria or infections of the uterus, so removing it entirely can save you and your dog a LOT of pain. I prefer males. He refuses to go inside now. See our rules and guidelines. I have 3 horses out in the field at the moment one is a big well trained gelding but he couldn't give less of a shit about what I want him to do. For me, I have long long workdays, and I want a dog who's low energy and happy being by themselves and fairly independent. I got my tubes tied and my period is hell. I think males have a long teenage period full of testosterone and energy that is tough to get through. ", but obviously, this also varies by the individual dog. Dogs don't, as a rule, dislike men, but most dogs are cared for by women, and are thus more comfortable around them. Dog aggression towards humans was more prone by male dogs a U.S study suggests. My experience with hunters is similar. In my experience, with the pets I’ve grown up with, male dogs are better behaved. None of my females ever showed an interest in cuddling with me, but three of my males throughout my life would literally crawl inside my skin if they could lol. ", [Help] – Need advice regarding behavior, health, or other dog-related topics. Some exceptions may be granted to posts with a PSA quality. and join one of thousands of communities. All [RIP] posts must be approved by the moderators before they will appear in /r/dogs. We just click better when working. On the flip side is a female husky who you're trying to work recall with who you can see weighing whether she's going to listen to you or chase that squirrel mocking her on the other side of the park. Male vs. There may be reasons why a person receives one rather than the other, such as client preference or the need for a small or large dog. Do not partake in a thread if you have nothing helpful to contribute. I think they're calmer and they mature faster. Multiple tags are fine. X Research source When it comes to training, the differences between male and female dogs typically disappear, so this may not be a consideration for … “Male dogs tend to be larger than female dogs, however, the exact size difference is dependent on the breed,” says Colleen-Demling Riley, certified dog trainer and canine behaviorist, Dogtopia. Female dogs are preferred over male dogs. If possible, include information about your general location, otherwise responses will likely target the average US dog owner. On the flip side is a female husky who you're trying to work recall with who you can see weighing whether she's going to listen to you or chase that squirrel mocking her on the other side of the park. Dogs prioritize a person’s traits and personality when selecting their alpha leader. I think this is really only a very slight difference either way and it depends more on how well you treat the dog. Like "look what I can do! Mares are prone to emotional variances but overall, I find they work harder and are more affectionate. He's never had an issue with humping, even though he was intact until we adopted him. There are ways to manage it. But, Do you think that aggressive potty training would stop your male dog to resist urinating in your house? 3. [–]bonbamKif (rehomed and happier than ever) 2 points3 points4 points 4 years ago (0 children), Had to break up a fight between my childhood female and my parent's puppy. Both male and female dogs are used. [–]ski3Summit- Golden Retriever 0 points1 point2 points 4 years ago (0 children). A mushy mama's boy who thinks I'm amazing and a nice serious bitch to keep me humble. Female. By Erick Gabriel Published Aug 17, 2018 I have a little boy who is the sweetest, quietest, well behaved pup. [–]ucsouth 1 point2 points3 points 4 years ago (0 children). [–]sleepycharlieSander the black croc & Misha the bat lizard coyote -1 points0 points1 point 4 years ago (0 children). My danes were mixed gender, and I think they honestly were far more bonded to each other than necessarily me. Neutered male and female dogs may also exhibit these normal canine behaviors, but typically to a lesser degree. And also if you have experience with both gender dogs could you include that in the description. Even if the dog's behavior went against what would be expected stereotypically, the owners would reinterpret it in a gender-confirming way. [Vent] – Angry or emotionally charged posts. My youngest far loves to show off … They're seemingly way more "chill" and goofy, whereas females always feel like they're, "HEY. (self.dogs). It is difficult to broach this subject without drawing on gender … I'm a woman, so male dogs (and cats) seem to listen to me better. ": For best results, include clear photos of the dog standing from the front and from the side. My aussie and I were thick as thieves, but she was far more independent and would go off to do her own thing when she wasn't interested in what I was doing. Posts requesting financial assistance will be automatically removed. [–]ucsouth 0 points1 point2 points 4 years ago (0 children). Females want to please themselves, males want to please you. Right now I have an adorable, sweet, easy going collie boy pup. I don't really notice much difference with them but the female seems much more opinionated lol. Usually I call to mind the image of a big goofy male golden who when asked for a behavior is just like "mom! Females want to please themselves, males want to please you. [Discussion] How do you get over the sudden death of a dog? In my limited experience, females are more intuitive and anticipate better. The [Fluff] tag cannot be used to post ordinary dog pictures. 1 point2 points3 points 4 years ago (1 child). [RIP] Kasper, Golden retriever, 12 years old. you want to get one from a responsible breeder, here are some tips on affording veterinary care. I can't reasonably expect this from any other dog, since they are such individuals in every way, but I think I'd prefer females based on ease of potty time alone. Male dogs don't pee on stuff because they need to pee, they are doing it to mark their territory and put their smell on things. Press question mark to learn the rest of the keyboard shortcuts, a bunch of dogs at work and a cat at home, Spanish Mastiff | Beauceron | Counterfeit Catahoula | Bengal, A boxer, a Rottie, a North Georgian Dirt Herder. All of these things can be attributed to personality differences and may have nothing to do with gender. © 2021 reddit inc. All rights reserved. That said the gelding wasn't gelded until he was 6 its the same with me and dogs, [–]therobbo91German Shepherd 1 point2 points3 points 4 years ago (0 children). The real thing that persuaded us towards getting another boy was the idea of going into heat (especially in a dog-friendly apartment community). My boyfriend ( we live together) works from home so he stays with the dog all day and I only see him after work yet this dog … /r/dogs is a discussion-based subreddit, meant for asking questions, sharing information, and learning about our beloved canine companions and related dog-centric topics. [–]ucsouth 4 points5 points6 points 4 years ago (4 children), [–]amarettosweet 1 point2 points3 points 4 years ago (3 children), I've never had a female dog. I prefer male dogs too. I agree that upbringing and innate personality can override potential sex-based traits (and there are always exceptions to stereotypes), but there are many people with vast amounts of experience with dogs that claim these differences do exist between the sexes. [–]UnalphabetizedThingsFlidais, Mastiff-Pit 4 points5 points6 points 4 years ago (4 children). When in doubt, go to the vet. Another is training style. Neither dog ever really had humping issues. And they don't always empty on the first potty, they have to mark all over. Love me! "What breed is my dog? I've noticed the opposite. I also tend to like their personalities more, in general - of course there are always exceptions! There is no significant difference in behavior that can consistently attributed to the sex of the dog. I'm curious of why that is. I generally find them to be a lot neater and don't have nearly as much inclination to mark in the house, hump things, etc. But in your case, I've heard that there are little to no difference between the genders of retrievers since they're generally a friendly breed. [–]_Ok_-_[S] 1 point2 points3 points 4 years ago (2 children). [–]ellasimo 0 points1 point2 points 4 years ago (0 children). Problem is, she is now STEALING items (pens, slippers, shoes) and holding them in front of us. [News] – Articles or new research; include a description of the contents and potential discussion points. I really didn't have any peeves. In their mind, they're not being dirty, they're doing their job and making sure that intruders stay away. Female dogs are usually less aggressive... [–]therobbo91German Shepherd 4 points5 points6 points 4 years ago (2 children). Socker was neutered at 6 months. Not sure, but I just prefer male dogs. Things to consider: families with children may prefer a female as a playmate, whereas male dogs may be more appropriate for owners with security concerns. Males get bitchy like that as well but its not as funny how they express it in my opinion. I noticed that a lot of the times, breeders and sellers usually have their male dogs sold quickly and more often than female dogs. Intact male dogs will do everything in their power to escape your yard or get off leash if they smell a female in heat somewhere over the horizon. But I have no desire to ever own a male dog. New comments cannot be posted and votes cannot be cast. Biddable = eager to work for you, smart = figures things out. 1. If they don't want to do … I thought the exact same thing but you articulated it better than I would have. A man’s larger body makes it easier to tolerate a larger dog’s strength and size. [–]_Ok_-_[S] 0 points1 point2 points 4 years ago (1 child), [–]Pablois4Alfie the Awesome Smoothie 6 points7 points8 points 4 years ago (0 children). Dog lovers argue that dogs, who co-evolved with us over many millennia, are the only species that truly understands and appreciates humans. Since you've had 2 boy dogs, I'd love to hear you opinion on your pet peeves on male dogs (like marking, humping, and any other shenanigans). A single woman is more likely to have a dog than a single man; in a couple, the woman is more likely to handle the dog’s … ", The male is all about "look what I did for you! Though in my limited experience with hogs, having a male for the catch is very desirable. To prevent over-guarding and aggressive behavior, German shepherd dogs should have socialization and obedience training at a young age which will … In terms of establishing solid emotional connections with their owners, some female dogs might have better chances with male humans, however. Male dogs do not have seasons, and unless neutered, they can be sexually active all year long. Two females and a male later (plus training many others) I can say I prefer the males. I did a lot of research on the different sexes before choosing which we would go with for this dog. As someone who has had 6 dogs, split down the middle by gender, I cant really say. [Breed] Any guess to what breed mix this Romanian rescue dog is? [–]Sosumi11 3 points4 points5 points 4 years ago (0 children). I agree 100% with what /u/timberwolfeh said: [–]_Ok_-_[S] 0 points1 point2 points 4 years ago (3 children). Use of this site constitutes acceptance of our User Agreement and Privacy Policy. On the practical/behavioral end of it, I don't like the leg hiking or territory marking that male dogs tend to do. A brief description of the available tags is below. I for some reason find that males of any species that I haven't raised myself seem to either be afraid of me or not understand me. I have a very strong connection with female dogs and mares. I would love to hear from trainers or anyone who has spent years working with a large number of dogs. Initially, we wanted a girl, just for a change of pace. I think it depends much more on what you want from the dog than experience level. Typically it's the boy pups that are the last to leave a litter. I've always had dogs in my family (mostly males) and have asked vets and breeders about males vs. females. [–]RyanTheBruce 0 points1 point2 points 4 years ago (3 children). Some of these characteristics are claims that many owners are making (such as males tend to roam more and are more aggressive), but I couldn’t find data to back these claims up. I just looked to see if anyone had done it and didn't find anything (but it could be out there). ", [–]verthib 1 point2 points3 points 4 years ago (3 children). [–]verthib 0 points1 point2 points 4 years ago (0 children). I don't see a sharp clear distinction - for me it's not like comparing apples to oranges but more like comparing different kinds of apples, say a a Pink Lady vs a Ruby Crisp. Press J to jump to the feed. "What breeds are right for me? This may be because human females often have a slightly higher pitched voice than a mans, so a mans sounds like he is growling at the dog. Would you say that female dogs care less about your presence than male dogs? In personality, I prefer females. I've found that to be true for my own dogs! You raised some great points on the pet peeves of each gender. Erections, tummy rubs avoiding a penis, marking, etc. I'm able to take him grocery shopping with me with no problems whatsoever. 2. Full descriptions may be found here. Grumpy Alsatian & Stuck like glue mini Aussie, Sander the black croc & Misha the bat lizard coyote, 1 smooth collie, 1 Basset hound, 1 small brown mix. Be constructive. Yesterday, I was having a conversation with my neighbors (one with a 7.5 month old female hound and another with a 5.5 month old female German Shepherd) and they were discussing how they are spaying earlier than they wanted to just because there are so many intact males in our neighborhood and it makes them nervous, which made me relieved that we had decided to bring home a boy instead of a girl (as we are contractually obligated to wait until our dog is at least 12-18 months before being fixed). [–]_Ok_-_[S] 0 points1 point2 points 4 years ago (2 children), That's what I was scared to hear, pee and poop everywhere when I wake up:(, [–]surlylemurJaxson:4 yo Chocolate Lab 1 point2 points3 points 4 years ago (0 children). I've found that to be true for my own dogs! I kinda feel the same way. Spaying is removing the uterus and ovaries, thus no periods. [–]HoovesandHeartbeatsFinn and Atlas 5 points6 points7 points 4 years ago (3 children). I haven't read it in years, but along with other things, people tended to interpret their dog's behavior differently based on their own gender and the sex of their dog. Below is a chart showing the supposed differences between male and female livestock guardian dogs. Even if the dog's behavior went against what would be expected stereotypically, the owners would reinterpret it in a gender-confirming way. I used to love females partly due to their lack of marking and humping but my current one has showed me that even spayed females can partake in those activities. You’re in the parking lot of your favourite dog park, unloading your happy canine, when you notice a couple of other “regulars” arriving. edit: humans and dogs are not the same, and we as humans tend to impose our own beliefs about gender onto other animals. If a female is the figure of authority, then the dog will view the woman in a similar light. When possible, give information such as height at the shoulder, weight, age, region of origin, and behavioral traits. You haven't been around many working dogs have you? At least, from my experience, that is what I have observed. He's pretty great. Never had an issue with our males, even the intact ones. So, I'm partial to girls. I know some people don't want to neuter their dogs, but, as an American, I feel that it resolves any issues anyone has with a dog, if they buy them as a puppy. They work exceptionally hard for me and while I agree with others that they are more prone to moods and having their own opinions, I value that. Pictures are only allowed in approved, themed picture threads (such as Photo Friday). I know that if a nice bitch pup had fallen into my lap instead of him, I'd be likely just as happy. [Survey], [Meta], and [Update] are usable when appropriate. He is afraid of me and refuses to obey commands. LOL. For example, the girls will be tracking and leap over a fallen tree in their way; the boys will run head first into the tree and daze themselves. Male. From my research, I've found that the 2 sexes are more similar than different. [–]ski3Summit- Golden Retriever 0 points1 point2 points 4 years ago* (2 children). Female for me, all the way. But I still, I have a few questions that I want your opinion on. ...but I prefer females. These types of dogs perceive greater strength as more attractive. I prefer mares to geldings every day. Misc[Discussion] Do you prefer male or female dogs and why? But if your goal is more a dog who works because they like working for you and you and your praise are a big reward for them, etc, a male might be better for you. Still, I can't say that didn't make me gravitate towards female dogs. I use to prefer female dogs over male dogs because I always assumed they would be less aggressive and less territorial. (Of course considering your experience and opinions), [–]timberwolfehDilemma the cattledog mix 2 points3 points4 points 4 years ago (0 children).

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