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| Topic Started: May 1 2009, 08:30 PM (305 Views) | |
| zero | May 7 2009, 03:47 PM Post #16 |
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An interesting question that came up when we were doing our research. :unsure: All our previous dogs have been female, but we are now thinking perhaps a male may be good. :) We've always had girls because we thought (rightly or wrongly) that they are quieter, easier to train, more loving & we wanted to avoid those embarrassing moments that male dogs have involving Great Aunt Maude's best tapestry cushion. :lol: :o :blush: So Border terriers male or female? Anything we ought to know? :yikes: Oh and we aren't going to breed or stud, just a family pet. Zero B) |
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| Tafia | May 7 2009, 04:21 PM Post #17 |
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So things certainly seem to moving along! Don't no whether there's a distinct gender difference in BT's necessarily but perhaps one of the BT boffins might be able to give you further info on that. I know in my breed that pet owners often have a definite bias but when you talk to someone with years & years of breed experience they'll say it's all down to the individual! Having a male doesn't necessarily mean embarasing incidents with cushions, legs or scenting. It does mean that there's a possibility that they could start fancying themselves as being a bit of a lad at a certain age but this isn't the end of the world. A well breed, sensible pup will invariably grow into a sensible dog - bought up with good guidelines and enough, varied exercise then embarasing situations don't really happen. |
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| Sky | May 8 2009, 07:03 AM Post #18 |
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Ohhh missed this one earlier - :welcome: from me and mine and good luck with your search - we wait in anticipation of another four legged member to the forum. As you can see the advice is coming thick and fast :ok: |
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| zandd | May 8 2009, 05:32 PM Post #19 |
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Well I've only had one of each and by far the more :devil: is Daisy,she's the hunter,the one with selective deafness etc but that may just be Daisy and nothing to do with her sex :lol: BorderDawn is our BT expert,I'll pm her and see if she has more advice.Neither of the 2 males I've had have ever humped,one is neutered,the other wasn't.I agree with Tafia,keeping them under control will avoid problems. |
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| Linda & Fred | May 9 2009, 07:59 AM Post #20 |
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I have seen many females humping! Randy little devils. Or in the case of the Gt Dane who grabs her 'brother' by the teeth and humps him, randy BIG devil! |
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| BorderDawn | May 17 2009, 10:31 PM Post #21 |
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Sorry I missed this. I have had/got both male and female Borders and I dont think it makes much difference really. The female I have is probably a little quieter in the house, by that I mean happy to lie around more than the males, but she is as much a nutter as the boys when she starts!! Ive not had a male that humps stuff either, most pups will do it as part of growing up, they soon stop it. Do your homework with regard to reputable breeders, and dont forget these dogs retain ALL their Terrier instinct and working characteristics, so training from a very young age is imperitive. Any questions, just ask. |
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| zero | Sep 8 2009, 02:00 PM Post #22 |
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Hi It has been a while since I last posted, but a new family member has occupied a lot of our time. Can I introduce Finbar our Border terrier pup. (yes we do just call him Fin for ease :yes: ) Here he is at 4 weeks when I went to have a look at him Posted Image Here he is at 8 weeks when he arrived home Posted Image Chatting to Gerty the chicken. Posted Image Hoping to grow into that face Posted Image Finbar's first camping trip at 14 weeks Posted Image I know I'm speaking too soon as we have a long way to go yet, but this young man has been a joy to have or am I just being biased. :yippee: A big thank you all for the advice. :yay: Zero |
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| Tafia | Sep 8 2009, 04:14 PM Post #23 |
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Wonderful news that the young lad is settling in! He's a handsome fella and certainly looks as though he's enjoying his new life. |
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| roo roo | Sep 8 2009, 07:38 PM Post #24 |
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omg hes gorgeous!more piccies please hes a future star on here :wub: :wub: :wub: |
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| Knox | Sep 9 2009, 08:36 PM Post #25 |
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Congratulations! What a handsome boy you have there! My BT Knox is just now 14 weeks old also. What a fun age! Knox has also discovered bugs and lizards are big fun to chase, but don't taste so good. |
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| zandd | Sep 9 2009, 09:53 PM Post #26 |
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Oh he is just wonderful,what a smashing little fellow.Enjoy this period of puppyhood,so rewarding and frustraing at times too :lol: |
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