Posted by Dinah on July 23, 2005, at 16:12:39
In reply to Re: gender differences » Dr. Bob, posted by Dinah on July 23, 2005, at 15:14:43
I'm trying to remember my dogs. There was definitely alpha b*tch behavior. But that is a particular b*tch's behavior toward everyone. She would dominate males and females.
While the behavior was much more gender linked in the males. Even the gentlest males (unless neutered young) behaved differently towards males than females. Some were excessively submissive toward other males. Usually there was posturing and dominance challenges, no matter how short lived.
Anyone familiar with the behavior patterns in primates?
Does the fact that a female was responsible for raising children of both sexes change the dynamic?
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