Is there really a difference in dogs based on their gender? It's stated that male dogs are normally more aggressive and destructive, particularly in small spaces as declared by some dog keepers. On the other hand, many say female dogs are more trainable and affectionate. These stereotypes may be true in one breed but may not be true in another.

There are lots of things that you should be aware of when you want to choose a female dog such as the need to spay in order to prevent unwanted litters. Knowing how to simply handle your dog during the times of being in heat is also important. Doggy birth control is a fundamental issue that you have to deal with in female dogs to avoid additional litters whether it's surgical or pure separation from the male species.

If you choose not to spay, then be responsible to find homes for the puppies. Females dogs can have litters for most of their lives as they don't have a menopause. Even when your female dog is inside and in heat, a male dog can pick up her scent. This means you are more likely to spend weeks trying to watch over your dog when you let her outside to use the restroom or even go for a walk. On the other hand, if you have a pure bred dog for the purpose of breeding, then having a female dog can have a monetary plus.

To mark their territory, which can be anywhere from the outside of your yard to around the corners of your room, male dogs will pee. This is instinctive in male dogs. They need to mark their spot. You can attempt to train a dog not to mark his territy, but you're asking him to go against his nature. If you have another male dog in the home, expect a battle for who is the alpha dog of the house. The control over the home is something that even smaller dogs would battle for against the larger male dogs in order to insist who among them got there first.

Dogs of opposite sexes tend to get along better than dogs of the same sex. Although male dogs seem to be more malicious with each other than female dogs, not all female dogs like sharing their place with another dog. Typically, when it comes to house training, female dogs are easier to handle than male dogs and they adhere to the rules more sensibly. Although that can vary by breed and by the skill of the dog trainer. Male dogs seem to be more assertive and active than female ones; however, if it's a "high strung" breed, sex doesn't seem to matter in this way.

Purchasing patterns indicate that most people opt for a female dog. They probably believe that female dogs are less hostile and easier to train. Male dogs are favored by many of the breeders to be the pet that is easier to handle. Bottom line, relying on sex alone can't predict a dog's behavior. Breeds that are known to be quiet and tolerant tend to be that way whether male or female. Other breeds that are high strung, biters and hard to handle are that way for both sexes.

There's no scientific proof that predicts the behaviors of males compared with females. It's an individual choice what sex to buy. We all have memories of family pets or neighbor's or friend's pets who amazed us. So we may look for those qualities in our own pet search. Sometimes you just have to go with your feelings.