How Do I Choose My Next Duck Hunting Dog? Part 2 “The Sex”

Posted on April 19, 2016, 11:36 pm
3 mins

“Let’s talk about sex baby. Let’s talk about you and me.” Oooops, wrong sex! It’s ok if you don’t remember that song. I get a little corny when I type a title and it reminds me of a song. I hope you will get used to it. Yesterday, we talked about choosing the breed of dog. Today, we are going to talk about the sex of the dog. The sex may not seem like a hard decision, but it may be one that haunts you for the next ten years. What are the differences in the male and female characteristics? Let’s dig a little and find out!

Males:

  • Males are usually bigger and more athletic.
  • Once you win their loyalty, you will have it forever.
  • They are more likely to turn out because their drive is higher.
  • If you are planning to run field trials or hunt test, you won’t have to miss one because of a heat cycle.
  • Males are a little more stubborn.
  • Most males can take more discipline.
  • They wizz on everything.

Females:

  • Females tend to be smaller adult dogs.
  • It is harder to find a good female than a good male.
  • Females want to please, but they will have their moments that earn them the name “Bitch”.
  • Females are a lot easier to handle.
  • Do you want puppies later on?
  • Females are more compliant.
  • They tend to be a bit calculating and more self-serving. You will have to set limits earlier with females.
  • Some tend to “give out” faster than a male.

The final characteristic I want to talk about is not one from the dogs, but from you. What is your patience level? Do you lose your temper easily? If you do, I would recommend the male. Males can take more from their master. If your patience level is high and you can give lots of positive reinforcement, I would go with a female. I know some will not agree with me because it seems I am favoring males over females. I have hunted with both and have had a great male and female. All dogs are different. How a dog turns out depends on you and the time you spend with them.

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