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Male
Or Female Dog - Which Is Better?
Which dog makes a better pet, a male dog or
a female? The answer to this question depends on what you're
looking for. On one level, if you care about the personality
and character of the dog more than anything else, the gender
shouldn't matter. Your decision will be based mainly on how
the puppy behaves and acts towards you and other people when
you are looking at the litter.
On another level, if you want to find out whether a male dog
or a female dog would generally make an overall better pet,
then you'll have to take in other factors, such as the size,
temperament, and level of care.
Choosing A Female Dog
Generally speaking, female dogs are relatively smaller in
size and warmer in temperaments. There are, however, some male
dogs that are just as affectionate as female dogs. Many dog
trainers and breeders recommend a female dog to homes with
small children. Some believe that there is some type of maternal
instinct that exists in female dogs, a quality that makes them
amiable and ideal for a household with children.
Do not let feminine problems such as heat cycles and bleeding
steer you away from getting a female dog. If you are worried
that she will bleed all over your house when that time comes,
consider getting her spayed, which is the ideal thing to do
anyway. Once spayed, rest assured that she will not bleed a
single drop. And with regards to behavior, female dogs can
be just as challenging as male dogs, sometimes even more so.
Choosing A Male Dog
Male dogs are a bit more difficult to care for at times than
females. For instance, they are quite good at performing a
disappearing act when a nearby female dog is in heat. This
can be dangerous to the dog as well as create problems for
you. Many male dogs have been injured or even killed when escaping
their homes to search for a female in heat. Between moving
vehicles and fights with other male dogs, it makes sense to
also have male dogs fixed.
Male dogs are also very territorial over their property, including
any of his “stuff” inside the house, his bathroom area, or
even a female dog. He tends to get very aggressive when he
thinks that his property is being taken over by another dog
and is willing to fight to defend it.
Male dogs also display territorial urination by lifting its
leg up as high as possible while urinating. This leg-lifting
behavior is not a problem unless it occurs inside the house.
On the other hand, male dogs have tons of energy and a lot
of fun to play with. They are more active and have better endurance
than female dogs. This is probably why male dogs are usually
chosen for jobs in law enforcement.
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