Entire Males

Walking Entire (Unneutered) Male Dogs in a Group

Entire male dogs can be friendly, well-behaved, and social, but they often require careful management when walking in a group setting. Their hormones can influence their behaviour, making them more selective over their walking companions and potentially more challenging in certain situations.

1. Selective Socialisation

Many entire males get along well with other dogs, but they can be choosy about who they are comfortable walking with. They may prefer the company of certain dogs while showing dominance, posturing, or even reactivity towards others, especially other unneutered males.

2. Potential for Dominance Behaviours

Entire males can sometimes display dominant behaviours, such as:🐾 Mounting other dogs (both male and female)🐾 Posturing or standing over other dogs🐾 Marking excessively in group settings🐾 Testing boundaries with other males

While not all entire males show dominance, some may try to assert themselves over certain dogs, which can lead to tension within a group.

3. Increased Interest in Females

Entire males can become fixated on female dogs, especially if a female is in or near her season. This can result in:

• Chasing or excessively following female dogs

• Ignoring recall if focused on a female

• Trying to mount females, which can cause distress or conflict

• Heightened arousal or frustration, making them harder to manage

For this reason, entire males may need to be walked in carefully selected groups or with other dogs they are already comfortable with.

4. Potential for Reactivity with Other Entire Males

Two entire males walking together can be perfectly fine if they have good social skills. However, in some cases, they may:

• Compete for status, leading to tension

• Become reactive towards each other, especially if a female is present

• Engage in marking battles, increasing excitable or dominant behaviour

5. Territorial & Scent-Driven Behaviour

Entire males are often more scent-driven, meaning they may be distracted by marking territory, tracking scents, or investigating other dogs' scents rather than engaging in the walk.

Managing Entire Males on Group Walks

🐶 Carefully selecting their walking group – Avoiding other entire males or females in season.🐶 Ensuring strong obedience skills – Reliable recall and impulse control are essential.🐶 Walking them with calm, well-balanced dogs to prevent tension.🐶 Using leads or long lines where necessary to maintain control.🐶 Monitoring behaviours closely – Early signs of tension should be addressed before they escalate.

While many entire males can successfully join group walks, they must be managed appropriately to ensure a safe, enjoyable experience for all dogs involved. Some may benefit from solo walks or small, structured groups to suit their needs. 🐾