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Originally Posted by DazzlinYT I disagree on starting with a female (though that's what mardelin did, and it worked for her, lol!) I think starting with a male is the way to go...
1. A breeder is more willing to part with a really nice male over an equally nice female.
2. You get more "time" to work with and finish a male, you don't have to worry about the hormones, going light, blowing coat, emotions of heats..etc.
3. I find males have more show attitude and are more showy in general and easier for a newby to learn the ropes with.
4. Once you've finished your boy, it will be much easier to find the RIGHT female to go with him, and start on the next CH as more people will take you seriously and realize you are going to do what you say.. thus more will be willing to trust you with a bitch.
Just my 2 cents worth!  |
Becki,
I started with a female, because I didn't know any better. Had never had a boy in the house before. As you recall, I got Charmer 1st, but his coat was so, so slow growing he had to wait. Then came Go-Go.
I do agree with you though, if you are new, a boy is much better to start with. They are more consistent and even tempered. They do love to please. You don't have to rush with finishing them as you do girls. You don't have to contend with the "SEASONS" as you do with girls, mood changes, going brainless, etc. My preferance is boys though.
The one thing that I do recommend is what was recommended to me. If you have a really nice dog, work with a handler. How do I explain this......it was told to me that a newbie, unless they know what they're doing can ruin a show dog. I did this in the beginning of Go-Go's career, but did travel with the handler to learn as much as I could about handling. I did finish Go-Go, but it took me longer, because I was new and didn't understand how moody she could be and how to get around those moods.