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Safire · 11-17-2006, 06:56 PM

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Originally Posted by alaskayorkie

You have to turn them over.

I was going to say something to that effect...you beat me to it!

I've only ever had boys so I can't compare, but I just seem to prefer them. Here's a quote from my breeder's website: "By far, females are more in demand - which is really interesting, cause I just love the boys!! Most breeders agree that the boys are their favorite - they seem gentler and can be babied more. That's not to say that the girls are not gentle...but, the girls run the show around here - not the boys - they just do what the girls say ( like the real world !! )"

I just don't get it why females are so much more expensive than males. In my search I found that on average there was a $500 markup on females!

Jazzy Girl · 11-17-2006, 07:42 PM

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Originally Posted by Safire

I just don't get it why females are so much more expensive than males. In my search I found that on average there was a $500 markup on females!

Because females can be bred and produce litters of puppies. Males do their part, but the bottom line is---it's the female that continues the breed.
Just like in the human world. A male and his sperm are essential in reproduction, but the female is the one that actually produces the offspring.

Safire · 11-18-2006, 08:39 AM

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Originally Posted by Jazzy Girl

Because females can be bred and produce litters of puppies. Males do their part, but the bottom line is---it's the female that continues the breed.
Just like in the human world. A male and his sperm are essential in reproduction, but the female is the one that actually produces the offspring.

I can understand that when someone's buying from a pet store...but what's the rationale for that kind of markup when puppies are being sold on a non-breeding contract? I guess it's all in the demand...since females are more in demand, they feel they can charge more for them?

stedmansmommy · 11-18-2006, 11:27 AM

I have had female dogs all my life. This is basically the first male that I have ever owned (except for some male puppies that my dad's dog had years ago...but he always sold them because he was a breeder) and I have to tell ya, out of ALL the female dogs I have had (and there has been ALOT!) the male that I have now is MUCH more loveable and playful than ANY female I have ever owned in my entire life. He is also a MAJOR momma's boy and has to be with me 24/7!

He is a TOTAL lover!

dean29 · 11-18-2006, 11:43 AM

It seems like there's a trend where

MALES are a bit harder to potty train, but a lot more affectionate and want to be around you all the time

FEMALES are easier to potty train, but they're in their own little world. They are affectionate, just not as much.

I'm a guy and prefer females because I like taking care of them. If it's a boy, I may feel like the dog is more of a friend than a son. But I'd prefer a dog that stays close to me at all times because I get scared as F@#$ when I can't find 'em. I'm going to get another Yorkie this summer, so this thread is very useful to me!

...Does anyone notice a difference between their discipline? Ex: do girls run away from you in the park more than boys?

Piccolo's mom · 11-18-2006, 12:03 PM

Foe some unknown reason even to me, I always had boys. Now I am thinking of getting another puppy and after reading this thread got totally confused.
Piccolo is a boy and I don't know if I should buy a girl or a boy.
What do you think ?

JESSY_RN2B · 11-18-2006, 03:03 PM

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Originally Posted by Piccolo's mom

Foe some unknown reason even to me, I always had boys. Now I am thinking of getting another puppy and after reading this thread got totally confused.
Piccolo is a boy and I don't know if I should buy a girl or a boy.
What do you think ?

I've always owned female dogs. Bobbi is my first boy. I was actually looking for a female..........until I saw him and fell in love.

I think that it depends. You should go and pick him/her out from the litter based on other characteristics and not sex

(that way you know you got the BEST one)

luvdorkyyorkies · 11-18-2006, 03:19 PM

Alaskayorkies...........YOU ARE HILARIOUS!

Neuter a boy very early they dont get the "I will hike on anything that moves or doesnt move"
I think they make equal pets. Neutered boys less temperamental then spay girls, but just my experience.

Nothing to do with the thread but HI JESSY>>>>>>>HUGS!!!!!!!!

ArielsMom · 11-19-2006, 11:37 AM

I think it just depends on the baby! But in my extended family, we have always thought from our experiences that boy CATS and girl DOGS are the most affectionate and sweetest! My little Ariel always wants to be in my lap! She is so spunky and sweet and cuddly at the same time! Love her to pieces!!!

11-18-2006, 11:27 AM	#34
stedmansmommy I Love My Lil' Punkin's Donating Member Join Date: Jun 2006 Location: Stedman and Tatum's World :) Posts: 15,331 Blog Entries: 5	I have had female dogs all my life. This is basically the first male that I have ever owned (except for some male puppies that my dad's dog had years ago...but he always sold them because he was a breeder) and I have to tell ya, out of ALL the female dogs I have had (and there has been ALOT!) the male that I have now is MUCH more loveable and playful than ANY female I have ever owned in my entire life. He is also a MAJOR momma's boy and has to be with me 24/7! He is a TOTAL lover! __________________ Mommy Loves Stedman and Tatum! They have us wrapped around their little paws!

11-18-2006, 12:03 PM	#36
Piccolo's mom Donating Yorkie Yakker Join Date: Jun 2006 Location: Mississauga, Ontario, Canada Posts: 778	Foe some unknown reason even to me, I always had boys. Now I am thinking of getting another puppy and after reading this thread got totally confused. Piccolo is a boy and I don't know if I should buy a girl or a boy. What do you think ? __________________ Barb & Piccolo If your dog barks and doesn't fit in a bread roll, don't eat it.

11-19-2006, 11:37 AM	#39
ArielsMom Yorkie Yakker Join Date: Oct 2006 Location: Utah Posts: 73	I think it just depends on the baby! But in my extended family, we have always thought from our experiences that boy CATS and girl DOGS are the most affectionate and sweetest! My little Ariel always wants to be in my lap! She is so spunky and sweet and cuddly at the same time! Love her to pieces!!! __________________ Ariel's mom

11-18-2006, 11:43 AM	#35
dean29 Yorkie Yakker Join Date: Feb 2006 Location: California Posts: 69	It seems like there's a trend where MALES are a bit harder to potty train, but a lot more affectionate and want to be around you all the time FEMALES are easier to potty train, but they're in their own little world. They are affectionate, just not as much. I'm a guy and prefer females because I like taking care of them. If it's a boy, I may feel like the dog is more of a friend than a son. But I'd prefer a dog that stays close to me at all times because I get scared as F@#$ when I can't find 'em. I'm going to get another Yorkie this summer, so this thread is very useful to me! ...Does anyone notice a difference between their discipline? Ex: do girls run away from you in the park more than boys?

11-18-2006, 03:19 PM	#38
luvdorkyyorkies BANNED! Join Date: Feb 2005 Location: Illinois Posts: 1,681	Alaskayorkies...........YOU ARE HILARIOUS! Neuter a boy very early they dont get the "I will hike on anything that moves or doesnt move" I think they make equal pets. Neutered boys less temperamental then spay girls, but just my experience. Nothing to do with the thread but HI JESSY>>>>>>>HUGS!!!!!!!!