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Male vs Female Pomeranian: Which is Best?

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Last Updated on 25/04/2024 by Dochlaggie. Post first published on July 6, 2021.

Answers to what owners need to know about male vs. female Pomeranian dogs. Which is the best choice for my family? Should I purchase a Pomeranian girl vs. boy Pomeranian Puppy? Are male or female Pomeranians better?

Prospective Pomeranian owners often ask about the advantages and disadvantages of owning a maleor female Pomeranian.

I wanted to find the answer to the question, Are male or female Pomeranians better? So I recently polled over 14,000 Pomeranian owners.

The result did not surprise me. Pom owners were divided 50/50 on owning a male or female Pomeranian.

People who already have a Pom generally query if it is best to purchase a boy puppy for my male or if the better choice is to introduce a Pom of the opposite sex to ensure harmony within the home.

I can only conclude, whether you prefer a male or a female Pomeranian depends very much on your own situation and personality.
Denise Leo, Dochlaggie Pomeranians.

Male vs. Female Pomeranians Personality Traits

If youre looking for a calm, independent pet that is easy to care for, getting a female Pomeranian would suit your needs best.

On the other hand, if you are interested in a small size dog who will act like a puppy, likes playing fetch all day long, and can also easily entertain themselves by playing with toys, then go for the male Pomeranian.

Here are some simple behavioral differences between male and female Pomeranians to help make your buying decision easier because, lets face it, by now, you already know you want a Pomeranian.

Temperament Male Pomeranians

He loves pleasing his owner and is always looking for attention.
He enjoys being coddled and is usually clingy.
Is curious, energetic, playful, and achieves physical maturity quicker.
Will most likely bond with the entire family.
Often, they wont get along with other male canines or animals.
Hell be friendly with female dogs.
Hes more aggressive and territorial.
Hell protect his family but isnt usually suspicious of strange people.
Hell be slow to achieve mental maturity.
Hell often be clumsy when hes around children.
Food easily motivates him, but he can be rather messy.
He becomes distracted easily, making it harder to train properly.
Teaching him to remain close to you when walking without a leash is difficult.
Hes higher maintenance.
Hes very friendly towards people.

Temperament Female Pomeranians

She doesnt have the same urge to please her owner or to seek attention.
Shes full of energy, courageous and curious.
Apart from when shes pregnant, food doesnt motivate her.
Females are cleaner than males.
She usually chooses a single person to bond with and will protect that person.
She will get along with other canines (especially males) and animals.
Girl Pomeranians are often wary of strangers and make excellent watchdogs.
Shes quite independent and respects your personal time.
Females arent as playful or as aggressive as males.
She will achieve mental maturity faster than physical maturity.
Shes low maintenance.
Because she has better focus, she can be trained more easily.
She will stay by your side when you take her leash off.
Its harder for her to socialize, and shes wary of children.

Female Pomeranian Temperament

Puppy purchasers believe a female Pomeranian puppy will be the best choice. Most inquiries for pet Pomeranian Puppies are for a sweet, small-size girl puppy.

This is probably true of inquiries for most toy breed dogs, in stark contrast to the larger dog breeds, where inquiries are usually for male puppies, with the largest and most macho boy puppies in the litter sold first.

Puppy buyers seem to think that little girl Pomeranians are sweet, docile, attentive, obedient, and easier to house-train than male Pomeranian Puppies. In reality, this is a myth.

Pomeranian Females usually rule the roost, determine the pecking order, and can be very dominant.

Girl Pomeranians can be independent, aloof, stubborn, and territorial. Female Pomeranians like to exercise their dominance over family members. Most fights in a kennel situation will break out between two girls fighting for dominance, especially during their heat cycle. There is a reason people utilize the technical term bitch in a negative way.

Female Pomeranians usually come for attention; they will move away when she has had enough. While Boy Pomeranians are always waiting for attention from their human family.

Female Pomeranian puppies are usually less distracted during training, as the Girl Pomeranian will want to get this training thing over and done with so she can get back up onto the comfy sofa. A Female Pom dog can be quite resourceful in getting her own way.

Owing a girl Pom dog who has not been desexed can be a hassle when she is in heat.

Male Pomeranian Temperament

Boy Poms can be fun-loving, act silly-like, and want to play games well into old age.

On the other hand, male Pomeranians are usually more affectionate, exuberant, steadfast, less moody, attentive, and more demanding of attention from their human family. Male Pomeranians become very attached to their human family.

Boy Pomeranians are more accepting of other pets. Boy Poms are often easily motivated by praise and food, thus making training easier. Male Pomeranians can be easily distracted from training as they retain puppy-like behavior throughout life.

Neutered Boy Pomeranians rarely exhibit secondary sexual behavior such as humping.or marking. Once the testosterone levels settle after desexing, most of these behaviors ( if they ever existed) will disappear. Boy Pomeranians should be neutered early, at around 4 to 6 months of age.

The cost of desexing a male Pomeranian is usually around half the cost of desexing a Female Pomeranian.

You should not plan litters unless you intend to breed and exhibit Pomeranians.

Male vs. Female Pomeranian Dogs-Which is Best?

Boy Pomeranian vs. Puppy Girl Training

House training a Boy or Girl Pom is exactly the same. An untrained or badly trained girl, Pomeranian, will just as quickly back up to an item in your home and pee on it.

Male and Female Pomeranians: Gender Grooming Issues

There is absolutely no significant grooming difference between desexed boy and girl Pomeranians. Unspayed girl Poms generally have a heavy coat shed a couple of months following a season. Be prepared for plenty of brushing to remove the coat as it sheds during this period.

Male and Female Pomeranians: Health Problems

Female: Entire girl Poms are typically in danger of developing mammary gland and uterine cancer.

Male: A greater likelihood of prostate and testicular cancer in un-desexed boy Poms is present.

The possibility of these cancers is greatly decreased after desexing.

How Do Male Pomeranians Get Along with Children?

Male Pomeranians are energetic and full of life. However, this can be negative and positive if you have children in the home.

A lot depends on the age of the children and how they behave towards your dog. When Pomeranians and children are raised together, its sometimes fine. However, your children should not trigger your male Pom if hes not playful.

Male Poms love playing around with kids and may go all day. However, the children need to be careful when they play because they can make the Pom hyperactive, so he will play so much that it can become dangerous.

Male Poms develop quickly and may become best friends with the children. You must explain to them that because Poms are so small, theyre not as physically strong as bigger breeds and must be cared for at all times.

How Do Female Pomeranians Get Along with Children?

If your child is begging for a female Pom pup, you must teach her about the realities of owning a female Pom. Shes not a sweet, innocent dog. She might be hard to please and also be incredibly aloof.

Shes usually introverted quiet, and dislikes being picked up and held. Make sure the kids know this because she likes her own space.

Females are fussy eaters, so make sure your children only give her treats if she craves them. She only likes being played with if shes in the mood.

She may turn aggressive if you disturb, hold, or play with her. Leave her in peace if she has played for a while, then stop because she has had enough.

Males With Other Dogs

In an ideal harmonious household, you would own a few dogs of different genders. For example, if you only have a single male dog, it would be wise to get a female. If you have a single female Pom, get a male to keep the peace.

Its important to have a two-year gap in ages between your first and second dog and so on. Your senior dog will set the benchmark by being a minimum of two years older than the next dog you get.

Males dont react badly when seeing other dogs. Theyre amicable towards other creatures, meaning theyre great for socializing. If a dog enters their territory, they would be happy because it usually means its playtime.

Unlike female Poms, males have no problems with dominance. Theyll usually welcome other dogs in the area, making you slightly confused.

Females With Other Dogs

Females are both independent and territorial. If you focus on other dogs, theyll become feisty to attract your attention. They tend to get jealous of other creatures that come anywhere near you.

The best way to prevent this behavior is to spend more time socializing during their younger years. Despite being jealous of dogs, they wont always desire to make friends with them.

Female Poms usually control the power balance. They will view you as the pack leader, but it wont prevent them from sometimes wanting to be superior. They dislike other dogs, showing alpha tendencies towards them.

You never need to make them calm down and behave if they get aggressive. Despite all this, a first-time owner would be a good fit for a female Pomeranian.

Same-Sex Pomeranian Puppy vs. Opposite-Sex Puppy in a Multiple Pom Family

The query regarding girl vs. boy Pomeranian probably pops up with people who alreadyhave one. People often ask me if should I get a second Pomeranian, and then I usually explain the reasons for and against a second or third Pomeranian.

Many owners want to purchase another puppy because of a real love for the breed. For working Pomeranian parents, having two to keep each other company is considered a solution to relieve loneliness and prevent separation anxiety.

What If The Dogs Dont Bond?

Would it be advisable to maintain the gender the same? Would the opposite sexes be more compatible?

As a Pomeranian owner for many decades, I would endorse opposite-sex Pomeranians for complete home harmony. Two-boy Poms would certainly be my second preference.

Male Pomeranians typically grow to become best buddies in a short time frame. In an ideal household, there shouldnt be any dominance issues; the leader of this pack is always their human parent.

Older Poms usually require additional time to get accustomed to living with a lively young Pomeranian puppy. The senior Pom may occasionally need his personal space away from the youngster.

Which Sex Puppy is Considered the Easiest to Acquire and Why?

Girl Pom Puppies tend to be often scarce and in high demand. The correct size, Pomeranians. i.e., Pomeranians bred to the Pomeranian breed standard only have very small litters. One to three puppies are the norm. Most often, there are more boy puppies in each litter.

Registered Pomeranian Breeders breed mainly to produce show Pomeranians, and if there is a girl in the litter, that puppy will often be retained by the Breeder of the Pomeranian litter. So quality girl Pomeranian Puppies are rarely available as pets.

Elsewhere on this site, I have a section on how and where to purchase a Pomeranian Puppy; this section lists important questions to ask the Pomeranian Breeder.

Which Gender Best Suits a Family?

Theres no point in comparing both genders for families. Pomeranians are toy dogs so that they can live in any household, including condominiums, apartments, units, dormitories, etc.

If you have a lawn, its great for them to run around and play on. But your accommodation size isnt an issue when owning a Pomeranian.

Advantages of Male Pomeranians in a Family Environment:

Males love playing with children all day long.
Theyll bond with everyone in the family.
Theyre ideal for families who are adventurous extroverts.
They will regard you as the pack leader.
Theyre wonderful snugglers.
They find it simple to adjust to new places.
Theyre perfect for stress relief.

Advantages of Female Pomeranians in a Family Environment:

Females are fiercely protective of their families.
Loyal to their family.
They dont trust strangers easily.
They hate mess and dirt.
They get along with male Poms.
Theyre not always affectionate.
Not always in the mood to play.
Its difficult to train and discipline them.

Final Thoughts on Whether a Pomeranian Male or Female Is Best

In wrapping up the discussion on male versus female Pomeranians, its essential to recognize that both genders have unique charms and quirks. While there might be general differences in temperament and behavior between male and female Pomeranians, each dog has its personality and characteristics.

As with any purebred dog, choosing a pet that aligns with your lifestyle, household dynamics, and personal preferences is crucial. Whether you decide on a male or female Pomeranian, youre in for a delightful journey filled with love, playfulness, and unmistakable charisma.

Remember, the bond you build with your pet is far more influential than their gender, ensuring a lasting and loving companionship.

Youre best getting a male Pomeranian if you have a large family. They relate well to other people and animals and crave lots of attention.

If you live alone or with a partner in a smaller dwelling, such as an apartment or unit, you would be better off with a female Pomeranian. She would enjoy the tranquil setting and have some space for herself.

Pomeranians are acknowledged as being incredibly loving towards other dogs. Adding a Pom sibling to your family frequently assists with anxiety concerns, although this should not be the sole purpose of acquiring another dog.

Before you decide on a Girl or Boy Pomeranian Puppy, consider the issues mentioned in this article.

References and Further Reading:[1] Denise Leo The Pomeranian Handbook.[2] Denise Leo Training Your Pomeranian .