I also had female dogs growing up so they were my first preference which is why I chose Hokule'a. But since we discovered she has a bad heart murmur the breeder gave me the choice of a replacement pup from a different litter and I fell in love with the male, Kalani. So for now I have the best of both worlds
Kalani is definitely my 'cuddle-bug', Hoku is more independent and bossy - LOL!