Should I Choose A Male or Female Puppy?
Male vs Female
Many people believe that female dogs make better pets. Most inquiries
for pet dogs are from people wanting a 'sweet girl'. They think females
don't display alpha behaviors like 'marking' and/or 'riding' other dogs.
They believe that females are more docile and attentive and do not
participate in fighting over dominance.
Well folks, that is NOT true.
What is true is that spaying and neutering your new pup will minimize any vast differences in behavior or gender characteristics.
In an unaltered, intact male or female there will always be slight differences. Here is a breakdown of possible characteristics that are more prevalent in a male or a female:
In the dog pack makeup, females usually rule the roost, determine the
pecking order, and who competes 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 'riding' other dogs. Most fights will usually break
out between 2 females. These characteristics, however, are vastly minimized by spaying.
Males, on the other hand, are usually more affectionate, exuberant,
attentive, and more demanding of your attention. They are very
attached to their people. They also tend to be more steadfast, reliable,
and less moody. Most boys are easily motivated by food and praise, and so eager to
please that training is easy. However, males can be 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. Think of the human equivalent of the twinkling eyed
Grandpa still playing catch with the grandchildren, at age 70 while
Grandma quietly observes from the porch.
Neutered males rarely exhibit secondary sexual behavior such as
'riding' or 'marking' and lifting of the legs. Once the testosterone levels
recede after neutering, most of these behaviors (if they ever existed)
will disappear. Boys who are neutered early (by 5 months of age)
usually don't ever raise their leg to urinate.
In the end, much of a dog's character and personality is shaped by YOU - how you socialize your new pup and how much attention and training you give. Overall, mini Aussies all tend to be pleasers, affectionate and playful. Mini Aussies are one of those rare breeds of dogs who truly seem that they can read your mind. All they want to do is be around you and enjoy life side by side. Male or female, you will not be disappointed with this breed.
Many people believe that female dogs make better pets. Most inquiries
for pet dogs are from people wanting a 'sweet girl'. They think females
don't display alpha behaviors like 'marking' and/or 'riding' other dogs.
They believe that females are more docile and attentive and do not
participate in fighting over dominance.
Well folks, that is NOT true.
What is true is that spaying and neutering your new pup will minimize any vast differences in behavior or gender characteristics.
In an unaltered, intact male or female there will always be slight differences. Here is a breakdown of possible characteristics that are more prevalent in a male or a female:
In the dog pack makeup, females usually rule the roost, determine the
pecking order, and who competes 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 'riding' other dogs. Most fights will usually break
out between 2 females. These characteristics, however, are vastly minimized by spaying.
Males, on the other hand, are usually more affectionate, exuberant,
attentive, and more demanding of your attention. They are very
attached to their people. They also tend to be more steadfast, reliable,
and less moody. Most boys are easily motivated by food and praise, and so eager to
please that training is easy. However, males can be 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. Think of the human equivalent of the twinkling eyed
Grandpa still playing catch with the grandchildren, at age 70 while
Grandma quietly observes from the porch.
Neutered males rarely exhibit secondary sexual behavior such as
'riding' or 'marking' and lifting of the legs. Once the testosterone levels
recede after neutering, most of these behaviors (if they ever existed)
will disappear. Boys who are neutered early (by 5 months of age)
usually don't ever raise their leg to urinate.
In the end, much of a dog's character and personality is shaped by YOU - how you socialize your new pup and how much attention and training you give. Overall, mini Aussies all tend to be pleasers, affectionate and playful. Mini Aussies are one of those rare breeds of dogs who truly seem that they can read your mind. All they want to do is be around you and enjoy life side by side. Male or female, you will not be disappointed with this breed.
