What Is Better to Adopt a Male or a Female Golden Retriever?

by Dogs.net on November 9, 2011

I am looking to adopt a new golden retriever. I have a 2 year old male golden. He is very laid back but needs loves. What is a better companion for him; female or a male golden?

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Dog Expert 101 February 16, 2008 at 11:52 am: it doesnt matter goldens in general are awesome dogs that have uncondition love for their owners! good luck
Renee February 16, 2008 at 11:52 am: i would say male because if there is a female with a male there may be some problems…i have a male golden and he is amazing….we are thinking of getting another male when he gets older to keep him active.
♥ Cody ♥ February 16, 2008 at 11:54 am: I’d say a male just because if you get a female there could be some problems. In general, both genders of Golden Retrievers are great!
♥Golden gal♥ February 16, 2008 at 11:54 am: I have 3 male Golden’s here with me right now! So it really doesn’t matter! Just as long as they get along and you can handle another golden than I’d look for one with the best temperment and health then go from there!
sushi m February 16, 2008 at 11:54 am: well both have their ups and downs! Your male golden will defiantly try to mate with a female unless he is neutered!Female dogs are usually more lovable to humans and listne more while males are usually playful so i suppose i would say female(MAKE SURE SHE IS SPAYED!!!)
or a male
hard choice
lol:D
ellieinthebox February 16, 2008 at 11:55 am: it depends on the personality of the dogs not the sex!
good luck! and thanks for adopting!
Ro R February 16, 2008 at 11:55 am: Goldens are all-around naturally friendly dogs.
Is your male well socialized? Neutered? If so, you can get a female or a male! As long as both are fixed. I, personally, would get a female just *in case* anything happens between two territorial males.
Hotshot I February 16, 2008 at 11:57 am: i would go with a boy because they are more laid-back then females and thats a fact
Michelle F February 16, 2008 at 11:58 am: Well depending on your opinion but i would recommend female because if they give birth they might have a male.
berner mom February 16, 2008 at 11:59 am: Look at the temperament, health more then the sex of the dog
rickerkids February 17, 2008 at 1:37 am: I think a female is a better golden retriever to get becuase they are more calm and not hyper like males. But you might want to get a male if you like to play and run because they are hyper! But i think males are cuter because i have a males and he is cute, loves to play and very cuddly.