males or female dogs-

[borzoimom]

Just wondered what peoples opinion was on which are sweeter and which are smarter? My mother use to say the females are smarter and the males are sweeter. I have found that to be true. My females can get into mischeif- things the other two males would not think of or want to do... My males like routine more- and the females like to " kick it up a notch.." ..
I know each breed is different, but I am curious what you all think. My males tend to be more stoic, laid back, and expect things. My females like to say "okay- that was fun, but this would be a better way to do it.."

[TFTpwnsYou]

Well, I just perfer males. Easier to train to "go" on command, and with the longer coated breeds I think the coats are more glamorus. As for sweets and smarts. I think it's the same for both. I've had sweet and smart females, and sweet and smart males. The only thing I found a little different is the females seemed to be a little more protective.

[cloverfdx]

We have 3 of each here at the moment, all are different and special in their own ways. The girls are fun loving, slightly hyperactive.. but very loyal. The boys are a bit more laid back, more willing to work and learn new commands.

[Twisterdog]

I think, for the most part, the differences in dogs' personalities have little to do with gender. In the thousands of dogs I have dealt with over the years there have been probably an equal number of loyal, hyper, sweet smart, etc. dogs that are male, and that are female. I think such traits are much, much more related to the inate personality of the dog and to history, training and upbringing than to gender. Just like with human beings. (Although, with humans, females are definately smarter. )

[critter crazy]

I have had both Males and Females. I was always under the opinion that the females, were more active and the males more laid back. Till I got my latest dog Duke! He should have been a female!

[Chilli]

We only have males in the house at the moment(three of them. ), and I'd have to say that I'd go with males.. though I've never, in my life, owned a female dog.
I've been around female dogs plenty... but as many do, I find the males to be more laid back. I love dogs that aren't too hyperactive, but a little hyperactiveness never hurt.
Both genders have their good points and all, but I definately would own a male dog over a female dog.

[buttercup132]

We have 3 of each here at the moment, all are different and special in their own ways. The girls are fun loving, slightly hyperactive.. but very loyal. The boys are a bit more laid back, more willing to work and learn new commands.

I agree, I dont have 3 of each right now though. Just one of each.

[borzoimom]

I always find it funny the difference. Even when I had shepherds, the males were more likely to take a nap verses the females that would only nap if the house was "Koser". With these 4, the females are more likely to start a chase- the males might finish it due to larger size, but the females always seem to get the last laugh in.
I havent really found either sex to be easier to train, but a male is likely to finish something and a female might get creative. One time for one of shepherds last leg on her CDX, a dog in the next ring was similar in name, but not that much. Well they sent the dumbell over the jump, the lady sent her dog and mine took off, jumped the show ring, ran at the shocked dog, and took the dumbell from her, promptly returned to me over the ring, and sat like " here is it mom- I got it for you.. " to a sideline of laughing spectators.. lolll..

[Lori Jordan]

I have 3 females and 1 male,And personally Storm my little man is better behaved then the 3 females,as was my RB Bandit he was such a good boy,The females are brats lol.In the future i see myself only owning Males,Jamie is the opposite he would rather have Females.

[KYS]

I have always had females so having only one male
it is hard for me to compare.

My male is more headstrong, high prey drive,
not as much as a pleas-er and thus not as
easy to train, he likes to have his way.
But he is sweeter, pushier and more lovable than my females.
(he loves attention and thinks he is a lap dog)

My females were pleasers, more independent, cleaner, but not as
affectionate.

I think it might depend on the individual dog?

[Pembroke_Corgi]

I haven't noticed any major differences in my dogs. I have two females and one male. The difference between my dogs is mainly from their breed.

The male (Vallis) and one female (Marta) are corgis, and it is scary how much they think alike sometimes.

The other female (Adele) is a greyhound mix, and she has a different disposition entirely.

They are all great dogs though!

[Ginger's Mom]

I have never had a male, so maybe I should just keep my fingers shut, but I do have something I want to add any way. First, let me say that I think females are smarter in that they do not need to be "taught" as much as boys do. They seem to figure things out for themselves faster. My sister has always had male dogs (5 at various times), and now has her first female... ...she is going crazy trying to keep up with all of the things she is getting into/exploring/figuring out. Second, female dogs are more up front, or are more willing ask for what they want. Here is an experiment for some of you people with both male and female dogs. Put a dog treat in your pocket when the dogs aren't around. Then just walk around like normal, see how your dogs react to that cookie in your pocket. My guess is that the female will either nudge your pocket or give you her paw (or whatever she knows will work), while the male will either just look at you longingly or just sniff the air. The girls will be more demonstrative for obtaining what they want. That is based on nothing but personal observation (bought cookies at a dog show to bring home to Peaches without even thinking about the effect it would have on the dogs walking around there).

[pitc9]

I always find it funny the difference. Even when I had shepherds, the males were more likely to take a nap verses the females that would only nap if the house was "Koser".

Yikes!!
My Shepherds are VERY opposite!!
My male is my bodyguard! Buddy will frequently check the house out during the night. He'll make rounds once I fall asleep, then again a few times a night he'll walk to the front and back door just to check things out.
Then there's Sierra... She sleeps about 20 hours a day. I think she's part cat! She's scares herself more often then she scares people away! (She's still trying to figure out just how her shadow sneaks up on her so often!)

Buddy is my first male, and he is a mamma's boy 100%!!
And Sierra is the reason females are called bitches!

[MajesticCollies]

Well, I must say each individual collie has thier own personality. I love the variety of both sexes.

[borzoimom]

I do too and think its funny there is a difference even brother and sister. Each adds their own " spice of life.."