which is best?

[dogsbestfriend]

I've been thinking of getting a second dog in the next few months, but not sure what would be best for my spayed female poodle mix: male or female? Will they fight if they are both female? Is it better to get a male? I also have a male cat. I will be getting a dog from a shelter, so it will be spayed/neutered. It will also be one that gets along with other dogs and cats. I'm just not sure which gender would be best. If any of you have more than one dog, your opinions will be welcomed. Thanks!

 

[bubbatd]

When you're ready to rescue ...you can try the dogs together .

 

[adoptashelterpettoday]

I would just pick the dog who bonds best with you & your dog. I agree you should take your dog along and see which she gets along best with.

Kudos to you for adopting, and please post pictures when you get him/her!!

 

[girlbuffalo1]

I would recommend trying the dogs together and getting them to spend as much time together as possible before making the commitment as bubbatd recommended. Overall though I have always heard that male/female are generally the best bet (although female/female and male/male can work too)..

 

[Brokendreams490]

I have also heard that male and female do better together. It really depends on the dog, like if you have 2 submissive dogs, then they will probably get along, if you have one dominant and one submissive dog then they will probably get a long, but 2 dominant dogs really dont do well together. Thats just what i heard from the people at my animal shelter