When I went to pick out my cats I was set on getting girls. After all, cats are girls and dogs are boys, right? Then I met my two little boys and I love them sooo much. They're so sweet and funny and affectionate. I've only ever known girl cats before them, but now I'd say I'm definitely open to either.
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What gender do you prefer? (For cats ;) )
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Sadie is my first female. While I absolutely adore her to bits, I've found a difference between her and my other males. Sadie is just about 1.5 years old and she is only now starting to become cuddly, whereas the boys were always "love sponges" right from the start. So, the next baby I get will probably be a male.
It doesn't really matter to me. Before I ended up with my guys I never wanted to get a male because I didn't want to deal with spraying.
Now I have mostly boys and none of them spray.
If I would get another it would be nice to have one more female but I would be happy either way. I have noticed that my boys are more mellow and layed back and the females are the ones in charge...the little queens. Jasmine is the smallest and the boss around here...she doesn't take crap from any of them.
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I take what strays come my way, so I have no choice, and it really doesn't matter, though I think males are more affectionate in my experience. I also think they're often goofier, and more fun!
MargeCat, Mom to 6 boys and 3 girls
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Sounds just like my Jasmine!Originally Posted by Kaylacat
It doesn't really matter to me. Before I ended up with my guys I never wanted to get a male because I didn't want to deal with spraying.Now I have mostly boys and none of them spray.If I would get another it would be nice to have one more female but I would be happy either way. I have noticed that my boys are more mellow and layed back and the females are the ones in charge...the little queens. Jasmine is the smallest and the boss around here...she doesn't take crap from any of them.
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I don't have a preference but I have all males here..... including the dog, the kids and Dh..... I'm outnumbered
Well, when we got Trout..I wanted a male cat...
Turns out..the kitty decided for me. I certainly wasn't walking away from Trout just because a spay costs more than a neuter
Turns out..the kitty decided for me. I certainly wasn't walking away from Trout just because a spay costs more than a neuter
I have always had the "male" pets. lol My mom found lexi and she ended up a girl. I would go with the personality of the cat and let them pick me. It wouldn't matter to me. We had two boys at one time, but the fighting was so bad we had to find a good home for one of them.
I had seven female cats in a row before I got Persi. I had been under the illusion that male cats were nothing but problems and I stuck with females because of my misconception, or at least what I now feel was a misconception. Persi is the best cat I have had and he is male.
I don't have a preference but all the sweetest and most memorable moments I've had with cats have all been with females. Actually I might not even have cats in my life right now if it wasn't for an adorable female cat I met 6 years ago. She completely changed my life.
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same here.Originally Posted by StarryEyedTiGeR
I have no preferenceI adopt based on the individual animal and my heart
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I thought I only liked boy cats and I thought Zissou was a boy for the first few hours she was around.
But she's a girl, and one of the best cats ever (ok, ok, maybe I'm biased). Honestly, I feel that if they're spayed/neutered before they reach sexual maturity there isn't any sex-based characteristics. Now, of the cats I've known who've been strays and then adopted I like boys better, but I don't have a lot to go on.
Plus girl kitties stay smaller, the less to bruise me jumping off of things!
But she's a girl, and one of the best cats ever (ok, ok, maybe I'm biased). Honestly, I feel that if they're spayed/neutered before they reach sexual maturity there isn't any sex-based characteristics. Now, of the cats I've known who've been strays and then adopted I like boys better, but I don't have a lot to go on.
Plus girl kitties stay smaller, the less to bruise me jumping off of things!
I've only actually had 3 male cats in my life, the rest were female. But I truely think that they are more affectionate (though females are quite affectionate too) and mor ewilling to just sit on your lap, and snuggle with you for long periods of t ime. So i like them just about the sam ei guess, but sorta leaning towards males because i like cats like that.
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I wanted to clear up, in case there were any misconceptions, that I also do adopt on personality. When I was first looking for a cat I did look at several cats, both male and female, but it was a week after Christmas and not onlly were there not many cats, there were not many females. Then I saw a picture of Loki online and I knew I had to meet him. When I found Possum's picture online I wasn't seriously looking for another cat (just considering it), and then I saw him, and again I knew I had to meet him. He was the only one I looked at. I am biased for male cats, but if I found a female one who I knew was perfect for me I'd get her.
Still, I would only consider female dogs, though. I know there are wonderful male dogs out there, because I've met, dogsat, and loved them, but there's something about female dogs that I just love more.
Tricia
Still, I would only consider female dogs, though. I know there are wonderful male dogs out there, because I've met, dogsat, and loved them, but there's something about female dogs that I just love more.
Tricia
Ive had a very special relationship with a female cat, but with Niles and Manytoes (and my parents' unaffectionate but lovabe Bighead), I definately prefer boys. I like their sulky attitudes and rambunctious antics. Also, in my personal experience, boys have been way more affectionate and interactive. Still, I could definately use a nice princess for a change...
Females, but I am more on personality, I wouldn't rule out a male either. Our female is very affectionate and such a sweetheart.
Dogs, I own both and what I prefer is more based on personality and energy matches than size, breed, looks, etc.
Dogs, I own both and what I prefer is more based on personality and energy matches than size, breed, looks, etc.
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