newcountrygirl Posted November 12, 2015 Share Posted November 12, 2015 I have been wanting to get a friend for Ziggy my Border terrier for a long time and have finally persuaded my hubby that we need a friend for her. A friends Border has recently had some pups. My dilemma is do i go for a girl or a boy? Ziggy is a girl (Ziggy Stardust was androgynous)!! She is 7 just before Xmas. I initially thought a boy as some people told me not to have two same sex dogs together as it could cause problems. However, I am used to girls. Lots of friends have two girls together with no problems so I am erring on the side of a little girl. Any ideas welcome please. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chucky Mama Posted November 12, 2015 Share Posted November 12, 2015 I would choose a girl every time but that is personal preference. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
newcountrygirl Posted November 14, 2015 Author Share Posted November 14, 2015 thanks Chuckymama Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Grandmashazzie Posted November 14, 2015 Share Posted November 14, 2015 I have always had a boy and girl as I was told ages ago that same sex would fight. My friend has two "Ooops, word censored!"s with no problems . I actually think males are more cuddly and loving. My girls have always been right little madams. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
newcountrygirl Posted November 14, 2015 Author Share Posted November 14, 2015 My Ziggy has always been a little madam - but she loves cuddles too. I am going to get another girl I think. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dancing cloud Posted November 15, 2015 Share Posted November 15, 2015 If you have no strong preference, perhaps just see which puppy throws itself at you? Last time, my parents were determined to have a male till one of the females attached herself to them like a limpet. And then there were two ... If they are neutered, you won't need to worry about separating them at any point. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
newcountrygirl Posted November 16, 2015 Author Share Posted November 16, 2015 True - I am still thinking about a girl. We shall see........... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Dogmother Posted November 17, 2015 Share Posted November 17, 2015 I find that it depends on the personality of the dog as much as the mix of sexes; I have one of each at the moment, the female is highly strung, and the male is very laid back. I have also had same sex packs before; as with chickens, it all depends on your introduction. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
