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| Crystal Antlsperger 941-474-2767 (H) 941-468-2004 (C) crysdach@yahoo.com |
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| MALES vs. FEMALES |
| Males Vs. Females In most breeds, it is the females who determine the pecking order, and who competes to maintain and/or alter that order. The females are 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 connotation - and it refers directly to the behaviors exhibited by the females of the dog world. On the other hand, males are territorial when a female is in heat and the 2 males have to compete. Males are usually more affectionate, exuberant, attentive, and more demanding of attention while never getting enough always close by. They are very attached to their people. They also tend to be more steadfast, reliable and less moody. They are more outing, more accepting of other pets and take quicker to children. Most boys are easily motivated by praise and food, 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. Neutered males rarely exhibit secondary sexual behavior such as "humping" or marking and lifting of legs. Once testosterone levels recede after neutering, most of these behaviors (if they ever existed) will disappear. Boys who are neutered early (by 5 months) usually don't ever raise their legs to urinate. And while the female will usually come to you for attention, when she's had enough, she will move away. Females usually are 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 more prone to mood swings. Females tend to become more reserved or dignified as they age. Females also have periods of being "in heat" unless she is spayed. Seasonal heats can be a month long nightmare - not just for the female, but for you and every male dog in the neighborhood. During this time, she can leave a bloody discharge on carpets, couches, or anywhere she goes. She will be particularly moody during this time. A walk outside during this period can be hazardous if male dogs are in the vicinity. She will leave a "scent" for wandering intact males to follow right to your yard, where they will hang out and "wait" for days. If you are not going to breed her, it would be best to have her spayed. Before deciding on a male or female, give consideration to any other dogs that maybe in or around your home… |
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