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					Originally Posted by matese  this thread was for  	 Heat panties... Where to buy? And how heavy does heat usually get? not for spaying, if you had to throw spaying in, you all did, she gave her response. It's her choice, you all did what was best for pups, now the choice is hers. GIVE IT UP. There are other THREADS that can use your help, advise & suggestions, why don't you all move on to those gezzz.You're beating a DEAD HORSE here. | 
 
  You've been here long enough to know that it's rare for a thread  to stay completely on topic.  I for one am glad that they don't.  No single thread is for the sole use of the OP.  I've learned more from threads that have "gone off the rails" so to speak thanks to the vast knowledge and passion of the many posters here than I have from any thread that only stuck to the initial post. 
So, unless and until Ann or one of the other moderators tells all the posters to answer stop letting conversations, discussions, and yes, even arguments flow, I think it's best to not tell other posters how or what to reply.   
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					Originally Posted by megansmomma  1.  Correct me if I am wrong but I believe that I see the words  
matese  YT 1000 Club Member 
 and not anything that indicated you are a MODERATOR.    
2.  Since MODERATOR is not under my name either but Wylie's Mom, Ann, Moderator did post and offered her opinion as well on the subject I might assertion that we are all within the rules for our replies.  She offered an opinion just like everyone else did.     
3.  There are plenty of other thread that you could post on as well. Might I suggest that you take your own advice.  If you can dish it out you should also be able to follow it as well.    
As for my original reply to the OPer.  I hope that you take all of the comments into your future decisions and I wish you well.     I have no idea where to purchase doggie panties since my girl was spayed at about this again. I hope that you are able to find something that will work. | 
 
  Dang, I hate it when I miss a memo about a change of moderators.  Maybe it's time for new glasses.   
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					Originally Posted by Wylie's Mom  SO very true. Given we kill 3M+ animals each year, it truly is a good reason on its own, unless you can be so perfectly diligent in guarding an unaltered animal...I personally am not sure I want that risk. | 
 
  Unfortunately, it seems you see people who have insisted that they are that special kind of pet owner who can prevent things from happening, only to find out a year or so down the line that hormones and instinct trump intentions far too often.  I saw a great blog post by a vet the other day talking about why she chose to spay/neuter her pets.     
Spay Day, that Golden study everyone’s talking about, and why I still happily remove testicles. | Pawcurious: With Pet Lifestyle Expert and Veterinarian Dr. V.