Do you perfer male or female dogs???

[4 Dog Mother]

I didn't vote because I don't have a preference. Until May we had 3 females and 3 males. I really don't think you can say that one sex is more independent than another. I think it more has to do with the breed. I have two male airedale mixes - they are more independent and can cuddle but are more likely to be off at the end of the couch or floor. I have a male Dalmation mix who thinks he is a part of me. 55 lbs. is a BIG lap dog! Oreo was a poodle/beagle female mix and she was the most independent dog you would ever want to meet. I think she had more cat in her than anything else. Dazzi and Pippi are both cuddlers so again I am not sure it has anything to do with sex. I would say that I would rather take a female to someone else's home. I think males tend to mark even in homes quicker than females do. At least that is my experience from the terrier twosome.

I don't tend to pick my pets by whether they are female or male but by who I am attracted to or needs me the most. (And right now there is a little male terrier calling my name but my husband says he thinks I am hearing things again.)

[JenBKR]

I had female dogs growing up and a male now, and I adore them all. I think it depends on the individual dog - my RB Lady was the sweetest, kindest hearted, most loveable girl ever, and not a day goes by that I don't miss her even though she died over 10 years ago. But Roscoe is such an awesome dog, he is so cuddly and affectionate and protective and cute and...I could go on and on. I am completely undecided