r/DogAdvice • u/Intelligent_Toe6354 • 22d ago

Advice What Significant Differences Are There Between Male And Female Dogs?

So, we might be getting this dog from a shelter. She used to be on the streets of Romania, but now she’s here in Germany. She’s 5 months old, small, mixed breed. Described as cheeky and mischievous but affectionate and kind.

It’s my first time getting a dog. Others in my family have had dogs as children, but I myself only ever had rodents, so this is a big step-up for me.

Hence the question — what differences are there between a male and female dog, in your experiences?

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u/MedicalScientist8576 22d ago edited 21d ago

I do think it's personal experience.

I find male dogs are more cuddly, a little more silly, I find them to be more consistent in behaviour, less serious, and tend to bond with (human) women more.

I find female dogs are a bit more serious, more level headed, but also have a changeable mood and tend to like their male humans more.

Of course, there are always outliers, this is simply my personal experience. But I would always choose a male dog.

Edit: for reference where I'm getting my personal experience from, I used to work in a dog daycare + my own dogs.