Hi,
Rottie has really hit the nail on the head - it depends on how dominant each dog is. It also depends on how much time you are going to spend teaching and enforcing the rule that shows of dominance are not allowed. To do this you have to be able to pick up on very subtle behaviours. In very broad terms it is most likely for two entire males to fight, then two bitches and lastly one of each sex. This does not mean that all same gender pairs will have problems by any means, but if they are to be left for long periods on their own it is worth keeping in mind. I have had many, many dogs that when mixed with the right companion have kenneled and housed well with the same sex.


Actually that's not very helpful at all, is it? Sorry!

[This message has been edited by carrie (edited October 31, 2000).]