What would be a better companion for a neutered german shepard, another male or female german shepard?r?

Answer 1

I don't think it really madders because he is already neutered so even if you get a female nothing will happen. You should just pick what every gender you like better.

Answer 2

There are a number of advantages to both males and females. The females tend to (normally, not always) be a little more even tempered than the males. They are usually a little more predictable than are the males. The problem, unless you have them spayed, is their heat cycles which bother some owners. The males generally seem to be a little more aggressive and like to roam more than the females. Some people are of the opinion the males are a little harder to house break than are the females. When purchasing a purebred animal the females traditionally sell for a little higher price than do the males. Spaying of the females is more costly than neutering of the males. I have had a great many different breeds of dogs over the years and must admit that I have found that the females I have had were better house dogs than the males. The males are usually a more territorial animal than the females. When I have walked my females on leashes I have not had any real problems like when I have walked my males. However, don't forget a great deal of how the dog will behave and pay attention to your directives will depend on how much work you put into training it. Good luck with you choice.

Answer 3

German Shepherds are my specialty! Let me tell you this: In general, mixed sexes get along better than anything. If you have a male, altered or not, I would suggest a female although it may not be a huge issue to get another male if you consider the following:

If you have your heart set on another male: WHEN the dogs were neutered makes a huge, huge difference on how territorial they can be. If a dog is neutered after 2 years of age, the neutering will make little or no difference in aggression or dominance. At that age, the hormones have done their job and nothing will change that too much.

If the dog is neutered between 6-9 months it will make a huge difference....with variations between the two ranges.

Also, keep in mind that dogs are individuals and act accordingly. They may like one dog over another...with little rhyme or reason to it.

The most important thing, no matter what gender dog you get, is make yourself a STRONG pack leader. This will keep the other pack members more obedient and less likely to fight amongst themselves.

Answer 4

Personally I don't think it matters. We had a male, neutered yellow lab. He was about one when we got him a female black lab companion. She has since been fixed as well. They are the very best of friends. We wouldn't have it any other way, but we are already partial to her. I know a couple of other families that have male/female companions too, and are all happy. However, I also know lots of families who have male/male or female/female companions, and they think it is the way to go. I guess what I am really suggesting is that you find another dog that really clicks with you, and then whether it is male or female go with it! Your dog will probably be happy to have a play mate either way!
That was just the way to make a short story long- sorry! Good luck!

Answer 5

Neuterd? I'd say a female... But then again... The males will be less bossy... Just get him a cat... Yeah... A cat...

Actually... another neutered male... That would probably be the best route

Answer 6

All other things being equal, neutered males tend to get along better than anything else. But all other things are not equal - individuals vary and any given dog may or may not get along with yours.

Answer 7

Even though he's neutered he'll be territorial, I'd go with a female.

Answer 8

i would say a female only because after being nuetered males become aggressive to other males and plus she would like a male friend

Answer 9

female, male dogs will have control issues

Answer 10

female