T here has always been great discussion as to which gender makes a better pet - males or females. For every person that believes males are the best choice, there are just as many who feel the same about females. The truth is, there is no specific guideline that either gender follows all the time. Although it is possible to make sweeping generalizations, there are going to be MANY dogs who do not fit into these stereotypes. The same goes for people. We can all say that men are a certain way, and all women are another, but we all know people who do not posses what we consider to be 'typical' male or female characteristics.
T hat being said, there are generally a few things you can count on......
I f you do NOT spay or neuter your pet there are some pretty common issues pet owners will probably deal with. An Un SPAYED female will experience menstrual cycles, normally every 4 - 6 months. This involves blood spotting for 1 - 2 weeks on each occasion. She will also be more irritable, and more prone to fighting, aggressive behaviour and wandering. An Un NEUTERED male will be on high alert at all times for females in heat. He will normally use whatever means necessary to get to the female, including wandering, sneaking out, and climbing! He will more likely be more aggressive than an altered male, and feel compelled to assert his dominance. He will probably find it necessary to 'mark' his territory by urinating on things. (Although SOME females do this as well!) As well as being a sexual act, 'Humping' is also a dominance issue and is practised by both males and females. If a male puppy begins to practise this behaviour, it is advised that he be neutered as soon as possible to curb the habit.
