Hi i just want peoples experiences and opions. Ive only ever owned male dogs before and only had 1 at a time. My dog is nearly 8months and is neutured, any other dog i would get would also be neutured at 6months. My dog gets on great with other dogs but i have been told he is a dominant dog. So does it matter what sex of dog i get. As i prefear male dogs, or to be on the safe side and opt for a female?
Thanks for any input!
2007-01-29 05:11:45 · 15 answers · asked by kimlovesbarney 3 in Pets ➔ Dogs
I would strongly advise you to get a female, since your current dog is male -getting dogs of the opposite sex is always a good idea to prevent conflict, and it's even more important if your dog is dominant.
An Alpha male and an Alpha female can live together in harmony. But if you have two dogs of the same sex, one must be dominant over the other so it's much more likely that you'll have conflict. And they may fight over status on a regular basis.
Depending on the dogs involved, the fights may be anything from minor noisy scuffles to life-or-death battles resulting in serious injury to one or both dogs. Even if they never have serious fights, the lower-status dog may exhibit stress-related behavior problems such as destructive behavior and housesoiling.
The fact that he's neutered won't stop him from fighting for dominance with another male. My spayed female is great with male dogs, but gets very status conscious around other females. Our neutered male was the same way; great with females, but much less tolerant of other males.
This article has a lot of helpful info:
Adding a Second Dog to Your Family
http://www.veterinarypartner.com/Content.plx?P=A&A=2465&S=1&SourceID=47
2007-01-29 05:33:39 · answer #1 · answered by Bess2002 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I have a small doggie-sitting business, and I find that most dogs of both sexes get along as long a they are neutured and spayed. Actually tho, two females together could be fine, except one will always want to be 'boss' over the other. A male and female is a really good combo providing both are good natured. But then, who would want to pick a bad natured dog anyway!
2007-01-29 05:23:17 · answer #2 · answered by Murphyboy 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
A good thing is that your dog is still young, which increases the odds of him adapting to whatever you bring home. However, it is generally easiest to introduce a dog of the opposite sex (having her spayed will eliminate most differences between male and female anyways). If you choose a male dog, they may get along and first and then begin fighting at around 1.5 to 2 years old, which I have seen happen quite frequently. They may fight to establish dominance and be fine after that, or they may continually fight if dominance is not clear. The breed of dog may have some impact on your decision, as in some breeds the males do best with males of different breed rather than the same breed. www.dogbreedinfo.com can help you determine if your dog is one of these breeds.
2007-01-29 05:22:36 · answer #3 · answered by Luv big dogs 4 · 1⤊ 0⤋
you can go with either as this dog will probably end up being the dominant one since he is older and has been in the home 1st. Male puppies get along fine when they are both neutered, but a neutered male and a fixed female will get along fine as well. You decide. You could bring your dog with you to help pick out his new friend.
2007-01-29 05:40:50 · answer #4 · answered by Tigerluvr 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
From the past I have noticed that male and females get along alot better than 2 males, but since he is still young I wouldn't see a problem with getting a male. Just don't let the dominance get in the way of him being the best he can!
2007-01-29 05:27:34 · answer #5 · answered by csmutz2001 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
He must get neutered no prior than 6 months they are to younger to be put below and matters can go flawed so wait. I had a woman purchase a dog from me and that i advised her the equal factor when she instructed me her vet wanted to spay ger at 14 weeks I informed her no don't do it, she did it anyway and now the vagina did not devlope the way it should it is to small and the urine stays in the crevise and then she gets vaginitis, with the males their testicles do not drop fully except they are 6 months and if 1 is left thye can still produce puppies
2016-08-10 14:11:50 · answer #6 · answered by milak 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
i own 3 male dogs and they are between the ages of 9 months and 2 years. they get along great. i love dogs and have had many including females with males. i find that females are a little more agressive and overpowering the males. it seems males together have much more fun playing together than with females but i love both.
2007-01-29 05:31:56 · answer #7 · answered by Jaanie baaby (: 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
he ought to get neutered no until eventually now than 6 months they're to youthful to be positioned decrease than and issues can circulate incorrect so wait. I had a female purchase a puppy from me and that i advised her a similar subject while she advised me her vet needed to spay ger at 14 weeks I advised her no do no longer do it, she did it besides and now the vagina did no longer devlope the way it is going to that's to small and the urine remains in the crevise and then she gets vaginitis, with the adult males their testicles do no longer drop completely until eventually they're 6 months and if a million is left thye can nonetheless produce domestic canines
2016-09-28 03:49:13 · answer #8 · answered by ? 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Is your dog dominant because he is the only dog around now? Once you get another puppy, they will decide which is the dominant one amongst themselves.... If your dog however is dominant you can try looking for a pup that would be more submissive.
Good Luck!
2007-01-29 05:19:31 · answer #9 · answered by LadyRamz 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
You should lean towards a female. Male dogs are dominant dogs naturally. Neutering them helps tremendously but you still run the risk.
And it's kinda funny because females tend to be more Alpha and smaller dogs too.
Good Luck
2007-01-29 05:18:09 · answer #10 · answered by sillybuttmunky 5 · 0⤊ 2⤋