I have a female, Vivi, and she is the kissiest,,and most cuddly, devoted dog I have ever known. I knew this the second I met her when she was 12 weeks old. She looked at me and kissed me and when I held her like a baby she and I both fell madly in love.I agree that it is a matter of making a connection with the puppy when you first meet him/her. Male or female depends on that connection.Try and keep an open mind and go with your instincts.Vivi is definately a mommy's girl.