We often receive inquiries from families who believe females are better than males for various reasons. But what is the truth? Let’s explore the differences— the answer may surprise you.
Female Nature
In the wild, females run the pack, establishing a pecking order where many females constantly seek dominance. Females are often more competitive, independent, nurturing, and demanding. They tend to be more competitive, and when we see squabbles, it’s usually among females. While females are affectionate, in our experience, it’s often on their terms or conditional on getting what they want from you.
Male Nature
In the wild, males follow the lead of females, knowing their role in the pack and staying in line. They are chill enough to take on the demands of their females and generally try to oblige. Males are often submissive, dependent, relaxed, and stubborn. They love their people unconditionally and want to please, thriving in a submissive role to their humans.
Many myths exist about males and marking, but the reality is females can mark just as much. Usually, de-sexing males by a year old deters them from marking, so it shouldn’t prevent families from selecting a male if they believe a male will suit them best.
What Does This Mean for Puppy Owners?
We aren’t saying one gender is better than the other, but some families are better suited for males and others for females. It’s important for each family to determine the best fit for themselves.
Driven Families: If you seek adventure and prefer a confident, independent dog that likes your attention but can hold their own, a female might be a good choice for you.
Relaxed Families: If you prefer a loving companion with a submissive, chill personality that looks to you for their every need, a male might be a good choice for you.
We recognize these generalizations may not fit all dogs, with some fitting somewhere in between. Therefore, it’s important to consider personality and remain open to either gender, allowing you to choose a dog with the personality you desire. Gender is something to consider when selecting a puppy, but it should not be the only deciding factor.
We believe it’s valuable to consider your breeder’s insight on each pup’s personality in determining the right fit for you.
Lets continue the conversation, How about you? Do prefer female or male? and do your dogs fit the Nature of their gender?
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