Hi
Since this is my 1st post, a brief introduction: João, 46 y.o., father of 3 teenagers, divorced, born and currently living in Lisbon, Portugal. All my life had animals living with me (dogs, fish, reptiles, birds...). A pet-person, obviously
After mourning a female boxer that was my companion for the part 10 years I am getting a BM in the nexts few of months.
I already selected the kennel and have been chatting with the breeder. I have also been spending time with the 3 BM ( 1M;2 F) of a good friend of mine. Walking and feeding them, etc.
So, the male vs female debate...
The size diff is obvious and would favour the decision on getting a male, but the temperament will dictate my choice.
I haven´t found much to read on the diff of temperament, but what I found could be summarize as follows:
- males: more stubborn, more "goofy", much more dominant and same gender agressive;
- females: more independent (perhaps less eager to please), moody.
My living conditions: good sized apartment close to parks; will be alone part of the day (mornings or afternoons).
If I choose a female she wil be spayed (probably between 1st and 2nd cycles).
My friend recommends female. What are you thoughts?
Thanks in advance
Joao
Since this is my 1st post, a brief introduction: João, 46 y.o., father of 3 teenagers, divorced, born and currently living in Lisbon, Portugal. All my life had animals living with me (dogs, fish, reptiles, birds...). A pet-person, obviously
After mourning a female boxer that was my companion for the part 10 years I am getting a BM in the nexts few of months.
I already selected the kennel and have been chatting with the breeder. I have also been spending time with the 3 BM ( 1M;2 F) of a good friend of mine. Walking and feeding them, etc.
So, the male vs female debate...
The size diff is obvious and would favour the decision on getting a male, but the temperament will dictate my choice.
I haven´t found much to read on the diff of temperament, but what I found could be summarize as follows:
- males: more stubborn, more "goofy", much more dominant and same gender agressive;
- females: more independent (perhaps less eager to please), moody.
My living conditions: good sized apartment close to parks; will be alone part of the day (mornings or afternoons).
If I choose a female she wil be spayed (probably between 1st and 2nd cycles).
My friend recommends female. What are you thoughts?
Thanks in advance
Joao