DOGS TUBE
Friday
Is there a distinction between male and female dogs?
The short answer is, of course, yes.
The first and most obvious difference is in the physiology of the animal.
Male dogs are typically larger and stronger than females.
The head is wider, and the features are more prominent.
A male dog usually appears more impressive than a female dog.
A male dog may be slightly stronger than a female dog when it comes to members of the same breed.
When it comes to behavioral differences, we must recognize that the animal's hormones control a large portion of his behavior.
Gender hormones influence the brain long before birth, laying the groundwork for the development of specific behavioral traits.
One of these inborn male dog behaviors is the desire to mark their territory. Adult male dogs sniff around and try to make their mark as high as possible so that other dogs are aware of them.
This is done to deter other males as well as attract females.
Male dogs must demonstrate their personalities and physical abilities in order to impress females and other males.
They are eager to advance in rank and will engage in combat on occasion. Those fights are not intended to injure the opponent seriously. Their main goal is to determine which of the two is the stronger.
The male dog is almost always interested in mating a bitch in order to have offspring, whereas the female dog is only interested during her season. This means that male dogs have a proclivity to seek out females to mate with. They frequently bother females by sniffing around and attempting to hump them.
Because of these facts, owning a dog is "more work" because meeting other canines allows for more conflicts.
Oestrogen activates the maternal instincts of the female dog. She will come into season twice a year, shedding blood for about 21 days. Prior to this, she will emit a distinct odor in order to attract males.
When it comes to family life, male dogs are more boisterous than females and require a firmer hand in training.
According to the proverb, "Dogs give love, and bitches take it."
This supports the observation that male dogs are often more affectionate than females, but they may also be more possessive.
Some people believe that owning and training a male dog is too much for them and would prefer a female, who is more submissive in some ways. They willingly accept that females have their seasons twice a year and require special attention during that time.
Others prefer the more commanding appearance of males and believe they need a strong companion.
Over the years, I've owned both males and females. I currently share my life with two males and long for the day when I will be joined by a female.
In many ways, I found it easier to own a female because she would not get into fights with other dogs just to see who was stronger. She was also attacked less frequently by other dogs, so going for walks with her was less stressful.
Keep in mind that a dog is for life. Take your time and make wise decisions to ensure a happy life for you and your dog.
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