I have 1 of each....male and female. My male Lhasa is definitely "the boss". He is sweet to the "selected" people he likes but.......watch out if he doesn't like you......then he has the personality of a pitbull. My female Eskie is just a pup yet and seems to get along with everyone, after she finishes barking at them for at least an hour that is! But, I gotta love em! I have no preference......I love them all.