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Originally Posted by Wylie's Mom  I would agree that it can take courage to be honest and I agree that forum members should be honest, even if the truth may sting. However, honesty can mean absolutely nothing to the receiver if the message is delivered in such a way that's more about the giver, than the receiver. There are a TON of people in this world who just have to be right - who have to 'educate' others via a completely alienating imperious manner. In those cases, honesty usually means very little to the person who is on the receiving end of that imperiousness.
We have people delivering messages on this forum that cover the spectrum of all styles. But yeah, in an ideal world - we would all deliver our messages honestly and respectfully.
I'm glad you started posting  ! I completely agree with that 2nd paragraph of yours and know exactly what you mean. I've seen threads such as that cause more problems than the actual thread that motivated the start of the 'yapping' thread.
I too believe in treading gently with all of our fellow earthlings .
I totally agree that we all have such different styles and beliefs about training; I have a very tough time with the way some trainers go about their business. I'm not familiar with the OP's training style, but will have to read further.
Considering I think dogs are WAY more respectable creatures than us lowly and often morally-annoying humans, I have to say that I don't think I'm superior to my dogs just bc I'm human. Um, that is a belief created by humans, for humans. It's not a universal like, say, gravity.  |
Treat others how you would want them to treat you, your dogs, or your kids. Honesty is good. I know posters get upset when they aren't ready to hear the truth. But there are many times here when honesty does cross the line to rudeness and badgering. No law against it, but don't expect people to listen...
i know it is easy to get caught up in wanting to help pups and sometimes the wrong thing just comes out. Happens to me all the time. A gauge I sometimes use is, "Would a vet talk to me like that?".