Sex Differences in breeds

[HoundedByHounds]

Does anyone here have a breed with really marked differences within the sexes? I always think that is interesting. There really aren't any in Beagles...perhaps more of a "stallion" attitude in the boys but some girls can really pull that off, too. Maybe a bit more genteelness in then girls and playful nonsense from the boys.

But in Leo's the visual differences are quite marked thanks to the "mane", and marked size differences. Not enough experience to know temperamental differences.

In my prior breed, Akitas...the males are typically quite a bit larger...heavier in the head with more robust cheek. Bitchy dogs, and doggy bitches are supposedly faults...but more and more the bitches get doggier and no one seems to mind LOL. Temperament wise the males seem steadier...IMO you know what will set them off, whereas the bitches can be rather moody...lol.

 

[vomdominus]

GSD's normally have fairly marked sexual dimorphism. Heck, it's even required by the breed standard.

Normally when you look at a dog, you can get an impression of masculinity or femininity, but in GSD's, it's not an illusion, it's definitely there.

 

[Dekka]

Female JRTs are definitely more bitchy (in behaviour). Males usually look more masculine.

 

[IcyHound]

I think its quite noticeable in Doberman.

 

[Punkygirl0101]

I can definitely see it in dachshunds. Females tend to have a more feminine appearance and are smaller.

 

[JennSLK]

I think its quite noticeable in Doberman.

VERRY. Both in looks. And temperment. I find the boys stay big dumb boys for most of thier lives. And more same sex agression.

Girls can be bitchy, arent as big or built as much.

 

[RedyreRottweilers]

Sexual characteristics and differences should be OBVIOUS in Rottweilers.

A large dog can be as much as SIXTY POUNDS larger than a small bitch.

Typically and OFTEN you see size differentials in the 30 lb range, with average bitches near 90 lbs and average males near 120.

Bitches are to be distinctly feminine, while still giving a powerful impression without appearing weak or without substance.

Dogs are markedly larger, heavier boned, with larger more masculine heads.

There is also generally a 2 to 3 inch height difference between males and females.

Reversal of sexual characteristics (doggy bitches, bitchy dogs) is listed as a serious or disqualifying fault in the breed standards.

 

[Zoom]

Aussies have marked differences between the sexes. Dogs look very masculine and have broader heads/muzzles, more coat and larger bone, as well as being just bigger overall. Females can come across as almost dainty, though still built to take on a cow if needed.

 

[Rough_Collies2008]

In Rough Collies you can definitely see a difference.

Female heads definitely look more feminine, and their coats are not as full as males(they still have beautiful coats though). They are shorter, and can weigh a good 20 pounds lighter then a male. In general, females look more petite.

Males tend to have a more robust coat, broader muzzle, thicker build, taller etc.

Pictures from the collie club

Female:

Male:

 

[Falconara]

In White Shepherds there is usually a great deal of difference as well - especially in the Long Stock Coated Dogs (though those are seen more in Europe).

Males tend to have heavier, bigger heads, more bone, more ruff around the neck in stock coats, and a ton of winter coat in LSCoats.

Females tend to have a slightly lighter head, more feminine expression, sleeker, in Stock coats have less neck ruff and in LSCoats tend to have a lighter, shorter coat.

Male Stock Coat :

Female Stock Coat :

Male LSCoat :

Female LSCoat :

(the two LSCoats are from the same lines -- the female is my Ruby and the male is her maternal Grandsire....the takes after that particular line more than the others...and it shows the difference between males and females even in just the lines).

~Cate

 

[shadowfacedanes]

Danes are quite noticable as well. The standard even calls for it.

Size/bone/substance:

The male should appear more massive throughout than the bitch, with larger frame and heavier bone. In the ratio between length and height, the Great Dane should be square. In bitches, a somewhat longer body is per- missible, providing she is well proportioned to her height.

The male shall not be less than 30 inches at the shoulders, but it is preferable that he be 32 inches or more, providing he is well proportioned to his height. The female shall not be less than 28 inches at the shoulders, but it is preferable that she be 30 inches or more, providing she is well proportioned to her height.

Head:

The masculinity of the male is very pronounced in structural appearance of the head. The bitch's head is more delicately formed.

 

[YodelDogs]

In White Shepherds there is usually a great deal of difference as well - especially in the Long Stock Coated Dogs (though those are seen more in Europe).

~Cate

What is a stock coat?

And I really like these White Shepherds. Their body type is more moderate than AKC show GSDs and German GSDs and they closer resemble the dogs used to create the GSD breed. Very nice.

 

[Mach1girl]

APBT females tend to be quite smaller then the males. From my experience, they are much more nurturing, and smart I don't maen then males are stupid, I just mean that the females tend to act very serious and intelligent, even when not trying to impress, where as the males, when not working, are more towards the "dopey" side-happy go lucky yeah whatever attitude.

The females tend to also in alot of cases have a bit of a longer body.

If one were to aquire a APBT for work, and is looking for stregnth and such, a male would be the way to go. If one wanted an APBT for work, and sports such as obdeience, or even show, I would recommend a female just because of their over all stature....

I also recommend a female as a family dog-very well with children, they seem to have the ability to reason-where the males may as well, they just choose to use that reasoning a bit less then the females!!!

Males can show and learn sports as well, females just have always proved to be better learners and carry themselves better-

 

[RedyreRottweilers]

Our standard is quite specific about it as well, stating:

Dogs are characteristically more massive throughout with larger frame and heavier bone than bitches. Bitches are distinctly feminine, but without weakness of substance or structure.

Size, Proportion, Substance
Dogs--24 inches to 27 inches. Bitches--22 inches to 25 inches, with preferred size being mid-range of each sex. Correct proportion is of primary importance, as long as size is within the standard's range.

 

[Gypsydals]

There is a difference in dals as well. Typically females are smaller and lighter than the males. They also are typically finer boned. But there isn't anything in the standard about the differences in sizes.

 

[SmexyPibble]

In my two breeds, there are differences.

In Labs, there are differences as far as size in both show and field Labradors. Males are stockier, more filled out. Females are thinner, not so filled in or muscular.

As far as tempermant, females are more laid back, gentle, not so intense. Males are filled with intensity, ready to go, and more demanding [in my own experience].

Show

Male

Female

Field

Male

Female

Boxers coming next..

 

[SmexyPibble]

Male Boxer.

Female Boxer.

As far as tempermant goes with these guys, females are more aggresive towards other females. It is never a good idea to pair two female Boxers together. Males are more cuddley in this breed.

And females, as always, are bitcher. =D

 

[Falconara]

What is a stock coat?

And I really like these White Shepherds. Their body type is more moderate than AKC show GSDs and German GSDs and they closer resemble the dogs used to create the GSD breed. Very nice.

The Stock Coat is the normal short coat with undercoat, the LSCoat is the Long Stock Coat, which is a coat with longer guard hairs, but still has the undercoat. Under the GSD standards the LSCoat is either a fault or a Disqualification, but under the White Shepherd standards it is acceptable...and more frequently seen than the Stock Coat in Europe.

~Cate

 

[SmexyPibble]

Awesome, Cate.

 

[Miakoda]

APBT females tend to be quite smaller then the males.

Not necessarily. APBTs (I'm not talking in terms of ASTs, SBTs, BTs, American Bullies, or any other mixed "pit bulls") are a medium size breed; therefore their should not be a huge difference in size. One might expect a few pounds, but there is no room for a 20 lb difference. But again, I'm use to true APBTs.

From my experience, they are much more nurturing, and smart I don't maen then males are stupid, I just mean that the females tend to act very serious and intelligent, even when not trying to impress, where as the males, when not working, are more towards the "dopey" side-happy go lucky yeah whatever attitude.

Each dog is an individual. Out of all the 51 APBTs I've owned (& still own), I cannot say that there is a definite difference in temperament between males and females. I've had males that are much more serious and driven than the females.

The females tend to also in alot of cases have a bit of a longer body.

That's the first I've ever heard of that.

If one were to aquire a APBT for work, and is looking for stregnth and such, a male would be the way to go.

Why is that? The male and female APBT were bred for the same reasons. Champion Honeybunch wasn't bred because she was a slacker and was lazy.

If one wanted an APBT for work, and sports such as obdeience, or even show, I would recommend a female just because of their over all stature....

I still don't see the reasoning behind this. Just sounds like an assumption. Not to mention that you just said in the statement above that if someone wanted an APBT for work, then get a male....so now you're saying the same about the females. Which is it? And you do realize that males are included in dog shows as well, huh?

I also recommend a female as a family dog-very well with children, they seem to have the ability to reason-where the males may as well, they just choose to use that reasoning a bit less then the females!!!

Female dogs aren't any more "human" than their male counterparts. They don't reason or rationalize, in the human sense, any more than any other sex of dog or breed of dog would. I've had more males than females overall and I've had them around my sons just as much and they did great.

Males can show and learn sports as well, females just have always proved to be better learners and carry themselves better-

I'd love to see the statistics on this. opcorn:

I believe that there is a difference in male and female dogs regardless of breed. But that difference is going to vary based on the size and type of dog as well.

I guess I can't say, personality wise, that one sex is more so-and-so than the other as dogs are individuals. The thing about females being bitchy, is, well, they are bitches. But I cannot say that males are more laid back and fun-loving that females, because I could sit down and make a list of all the dogs I've ever had an known and could list enough dogs to make it not a true statement (in my experience).

As for my dogs, I've had more comments on what a nice stud this dog was....to bad he was a she.