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BOY or GIRL?
One reason people sometimes consider
getting a girl is that they feel a girl will be “sweeter” or more loving.
However, females are usually
more independent and stubborn than the males. Females are much more intent upon showing their dominance
by participating in behaviors such as fighting to establish who is in charge. Most fights will usually break out between
two females. We have had to break up fights between two males or between a male and female, but the majority of the time,
it's fights between two girls. (Yes, dogs have "cat fights", too! :-)
Males, on the other hand, are usually more affectionate
and outgoing, attentive, and seek your attention more often.. They are very attached to their people.. They can also be more
accepting of other pets. Most boys are easily motivated by praise, and are very eager to please which makes training
easier.
Neutered males rarely exhibit secondary sexual behavior such as "marking" or lifting their leg. Boys
who are neutered early (by 5 months of age) usually don't ever raise their leg to urinate since they no longer have the higher
testosterone level of a unneutered dog. The house training of a neutered male is no different than the house training
of a female.
One reason a female is sometimes chosen is so that it can wear bows and can be dressed up. There
is now a variety of choices of clothing and accessories for both boys and girls. In the show ring, both boys and
girls wear the topknot and a bow in their hair, if the breed calls for it. Most pet boutiques carry clothing for boys
as well as girls, including bows, hats, neck scarves, leashes and harnesses, harness vests, shirts and coats for
the boys as well as for girls.
Boy or Girl? No matter which you choose, since it is YOUR adorable baby - you
will love it!!!!! A puppy of either sex will be a wonderful friend for many years, bringing you joy
and unconditional love.
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