Kay's Hilltop Boxers
                                                                        MALE  or  FEMALE      

                                                                               The  "DOG PACK" world

    FEMALES usually rule the roost. They determine the pecking order and who compete to maintain and/or alter that order.  
    The females are more independent, stubborn and territorial than their male counterparts.  The females are much more intent
    upon exercising their dominance.  Most fights will usually break out between two females. Females tend to be more reserved or
    dignified as they age. And while the female will usually come to you for attention, when she's had enough, she will move away.
    Females are usually 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    and withdrawn.  The female also has periods of being 'in heat' unless she is spayed.  Seasonal heats can be a month long
    nightmare....not just for the female, but you and every male dog in the neighborhood.  If you are not breeding, you should
    consider having her spayed since during this time she can leave a discharge on carpets, couches, etc.  She will be particularly
    moody and emotional during this time. A walk outside during this period can become hazardous if male or female dogs are in the
    vicinity, and she will leave a 'scent' for wandering males to follow right to your yard, where they will hang out and 'wait' for days.

    MALES on the other hand, are usually more affectionate, exuberant, attentive and more demanding of attention.  The males are
    always waiting for your attention and near at hand. They are very attached to their people.  They also tend to be more
    steadfast, reliable, and less moody.  They are more outgoing, more accepting of other pets, and take quicker to children.  Most
    males are easily motivated by food and praise, and so eager to please that training is much easier.  However, males can be
    more easily distracted during training, as males often like to play.  And no matter what age, males are more likely to act silly and
    more puppy-like, always wanting to play games.  Males are fun loving until the day they die.  Neutered males rarely exhibit
    secondary sexual behavior such as humping, marking and lifting of legs.  Once the testosterone levels recede after neutering,
    most of these behaviors (if they ever existed) will disappear.  Males who were neutered early (by 5 months of age) usually don't
    ever raise their leg to urinate.

    Before deciding on Male or Female,  give consideration to any other dogs that may be in or around your home.  Be a
    responsible pet owner and do your homework on dominance and the pecking order....but most importantly, educate yourself on
    exerting leadership over your pet(s), especially one with alpha tendencies. Walking your pet daily is the first step to claiming
    your position as pack leader. Remind your pet that you are King & Queen of the crib !!!

    At Kay's Hilltop Boxers, we recommend educating yourself on alpha puppies and what the future holds if your puppy has
    alpha tendencies. It is up to “YOU”  the owner, to claim your position as pack leader and never allow your puppy/dog to be the
    BOSS !!!  Remember, calm/assertive with emphasis on the Calm. Be strong and confident and become the pack leader using
    positive energy and consistency.  This will create a well balanced, life long, companion.

                                  "Animals follow dominant leaders; they don't follow lovable leaders."