I can only speak about Akita's since that's the breed I have experience with.That being said I prefer the males.My females were always the ones trying to dig out and run were as my males were quite happy being at home.My males were always a bit more lovable and believe it or not a little less aggressive.They also seemed to adjust to new people and new surroundings a little easier.I have a male now but I'm planning within the year to adopt a female from a local Akita rescue sometime in the spring.Even though I prefer a male I do equally love the females.