Abso-freakin-lutely! But yeah, have nothing to do with it, and if they 'female dog' at you like whiney children, simply ignore them; if that turns into some sort of bullying, go higher up and make a formal complaint. You're adults, for crying out loud - they should know better. You guys are so cool, though... really glad I'm not the only one who's stubborn in this particular way; gives me some kinda hope.