{"id":692,"date":"2019-10-30T11:11:05","date_gmt":"2019-10-30T15:11:05","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/poodlereport.com\/?p=692"},"modified":"2022-10-10T13:53:56","modified_gmt":"2022-10-10T17:53:56","slug":"male-vs-female-poodles-what-are-the-differences","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/poodlereport.com\/male-vs-female-poodles-what-are-the-differences\/","title":{"rendered":"Male vs. Female Poodles: What are the Differences?"},"content":{"rendered":"\n
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You have decided that the poodle is the right dog breed for you. You have done your research and found the right breeder. One question you are likely to be asked is are you looking for a male puppy or female? This could lead you to ask what is the difference between the two?<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Male poodles are more affectionate, playful, and easier to train due to their intense desire to please their owners. Female poodles tend to be more independent, stubborn, and willful than their male poodle counterparts. It’s essential to spend time with any poodle to ensure its temperament fits your family’s needs.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Many\npeople see female poodles as cute and cuddly while being leery that\nmale poodles will have all sorts of \u201cboy\u201d problems. However,\nwith poodles, it can often be the males that are more affectionate\nand loving and the females that are more dominant and challenging of\nauthority. However, it is essential to spend time with any puppy to\nensure its personality is right for you. \n<\/p>\n\n\n\n

A Poodle\u2019s Temperament<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

The four main words that describe poodles are intelligent, loving, loyal, and mischievous. Despite the regal appearance you often see in highly groomed poodles<\/a>, they often have a very goofy streak. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

They love to play games of any kind. They are also fond of people and like to please those they have bonded to. These character traits combine to make a dog that is easily trained. It can also make them excitable.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

A well-trained and exercised poodle will have a calm disposition, as long as the exercise is enough to burn off the naturally high levels of energy that poodles have. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

It is a debate whether the smaller toy and miniature poodles are more high-strung or the larger standard size. Their high energy levels lead them to be naturally athletic. Combined with their intelligence, poodles often do well in agility competitions.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Poodles are protective of home and family. They will often bark when strangers approach your house. They can be standoffish with strangers, taking a while to warm up. However, they are warm and loving with their family members. They learn fast, both good and bad habits, so it is essential to be careful about what you are training them to do.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

If you’re considering the purchase or adoption of a poodle, check out this article<\/a> to learn more about exactly what to expect and if a poodle is right for you and your family.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Male Poodle Behaviors<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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Male dogs in general often get a bad rap because of their \u201cboy\u201d behaviors they engage in, such as marking and humping, if not adequately trained. Many of these behaviors have to do with exerting dominance and marking territory. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Male poodles are not different. Male poodles NEED to be neutered by age 5 months to ensure they do not engage in these typical male territorial behaviors.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Male poodles are more dependent on their owners. They will often bond with one person and not the entire family. They will love the family, but they will choose one family member they prefer. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

They can be more sensitive to stress and are more empathetic. Because of this empathetic bond, some poodles have been trained as service dogs.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Male poodles are often more affectionate, playful, and easier to train, including housebreaking. This is often due to their increased desire to please their owners. They are very attentive and can be quite demanding of attention if you do not give them enough.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Many\nbreeders prefer owning male poodles as pets and will often miss the\nboys from the litters after they are sold.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Female Poodle Behaviors<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Female poodles tend to be more independent. They are cute, smart, and affectionate, but not nearly as much as a male typically. Female poodles can be more distant, typically seek less attention. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

They often want to be near people, but not necessarily touching them, unlike male dogs. Female dogs can also be more territorial and protective. It is vital to make sure strangers are introduced carefully.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Female\ndogs often share their loyalty with the whole family. They are less\nprone to stress about significant life events, such as a new baby in\nthe family or moving. However, they are also often more stubborn and\nwillful. They can care less about people-pleasing if they have\ndecided they want something.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Female poodles can display alpha behaviors if they are not spayed. Even then, they can be more dominant will often try and \u201cboss\u201d other dogs in the house around. Some female poodles will also try and dominant their owners. They can stubbornly resist obedience training. They are often more like a friend you spend time with but are not affectionate with.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Poodles as Working Dogs<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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When\nyou look at the smaller sizes, it may be hard to believe, but poodles\nwere originally bred as hunters. Their innate athletic abilities\ncome from this breeding still today. Because they are energetic,\nlovable, intelligent, and highly trainable, poodles have been used in\na wide array of jobs, from circus performers to hunting retriever\ndogs. \n<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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