Although many people like the little females simply because that is all they have ever owned, males most often make better family pets.  They are not as independent as a female, nor do they have the moods that the females seem to go through.  It's a good idea to have male puppies neutered when they are about 4 to 5 months of age.

       When a male is neutered at about 4 to 5 months of age, they rarely have the tendency to mark their territory as so many people are afraid of them doing in their homes.  We have many happy owners of male puppies that have never had any problems with them in any way.  They make wonderful family pets and companions.  Neutering your puppy will protect his health, help him to live longer and be a better pet, along with improving his house manners.

        Many people  believe that females do not display alpha behaviors like "marking" and/or "humping", that they are more docile and attentive than the males, and that females do not participate in fighting over dominance.  This is so UNTRUE!

        It is the females who determine the pecking order, and who compete to maintain and/or alter that order.  The females are, as a result more independent, stubborn, and territorial than their male counterparts.

        On the other hand, males are usually more affectionate, exuberant, attentive, and more demanding of attention, never getting enough.  They are very attached to their people.  They also tend to be more steadfast and reliable, and less moody.  They are more outgoing, more accepting of other pets, and take quicker to children.  Most boys are easily motivated by praise and food, and so eager to please that training is easy.  However, males can be more easily distracted during training, as males like to play so often.  And no matter what age, he is more likely to act silly and more puppy -like, always wanting to play games.  Boys are fun loving until the day they die.  Females tend to become more reserved or dignified as they age.  Witness the human equivalent of the twinkling eyed Grandpa still playing catch at age 70, while Grandma quietly observes from the porch.

        And while the female will usually come to you for attention, when she has had enough, she will move away.  While the boys are always waiting for your attention and are near at hand.  Females usually are less distracted during training, as she is more eager to get it over with, and get back to her comfy spot on the couch.  The female is less likely to wage a dominance battle with YOU, but she can be cunning and resourceful in getting her own way.  She is much more prone to mood swings.  One day she may be sweet and affectionate, the next day reserved and withdrawn or even grumpy.

        So, consider a male!!