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04-01-2012, 04:00 PM | #1 |
Furbutts = LOVE Donating Member Moderator | Regarding negativity at YT, and what is expected going forward We’ve become increasingly aware of negativity here at YT. In the last several months, this has worsened – as evidenced by reported posts, attacking PMs which are reported to us, arguing on the board, and inappropriate remarks on the board. We have also received numerous PMs from multiple members who are admitting they have become scared to post because people may “come after them” if they are of an opposing opinion. There are people here who have personal issues with other members. As is always the case here at YT, if you have a personal issue with another member – you either need to work it out with them privately and within the PM rules; or, if the issue cannot be resolved, it’s expected that each member choose to work around the other member. Going forward, we expect that everyone will make a better effort to realize that if they are overly emotional about a post – they will control themselves more effectively; and that we will use some common courtesy, even when we vehemently disagree with another. This does not mean, nor has it ever meant, that a member may not express themselves. It simply means – use some common sense when communicating. Some respect and civility and calmness are the least we can offer one another. This is a community about support, compassion, friendship, learning, love of animals. It is not a community about competing opinions; it is not a community about figuring out who is the most right or who is the most wrong. Or who should be blamed for this and that. Or whose opinion is worthy, and whose is not. I’ll be blunt here: people can pretend all day long that they have no idea about any snide remarks or personal jabs that have been happening here at YT – this is always said when this subject comes up; usually by the very people who are engaging in this behavior. But the truth is, we all see it; we all know if you’ve been participating in it. It is not acceptable to use snide, intentionally mean, nasty, underhanded jabs at your fellow members. And yes, we know that those are not objective words, but we all know exactly what we mean by this and none of us can try to claim naiveté any longer. If some don’t know the difference between rude and direct – then we will literally cull the threads here, and copy/paste examples (without names) of what would commonly be seen as appropriate vs. inappropriate. When posting here at YorkieTalk, we ask that you please try to keep in mind the spirit of why this board was created. People are welcome to comment and share their opinions in this thread, but don’t utilize this thread with negative intentions or for personal issues, please.
__________________ ~ A friend told me I was delusional. I nearly fell off my unicorn. ~ °¨¨¨°ºOº°¨¨¨° Ann | Pfeiffer | Marcel Verdel Purcell | Wylie | Artie °¨¨¨°ºOº°¨¨¨° |
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04-01-2012, 04:15 PM | #2 |
YT Addict Join Date: Feb 2010 Location: Ontario
Posts: 273
| I'm glad to read this. I try to only post when I have something valuable to add to the conversation, but I do a lot of reading...and I have to admit, I've become uncomfortable the last little while with the tone in the posts. Here's hoping we can come back together in a spirit of mutual learning and sharing. Marg |
04-01-2012, 04:22 PM | #3 |
Donating YT 4000 Club Member | I understand perfectly, I have to admit that sometimes I have not posted in threads about breeding because I know how some member will inmediately post a negative remark about the subject. I always try to keep my answer positive and civil. I want the best for the Pregnant or whelping Bitch. but I have to admit that breeding and vaccines are very touchy subjects here and they can turn VERY easy in the negative way. Hopefully we can all listen and adhere to your wonderful advise. hugs |
04-01-2012, 04:22 PM | #4 |
I ♥ Joey & Ralphie! Donating Member | Thanks Ann for the reminder. I hope we all can start respecting others a little more, and also encourage others to be more tolerant of different opinions.
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04-01-2012, 04:24 PM | #5 |
Yorkie mom of 4 Donating YT Member Join Date: Feb 2008 Location: LaPlata, Md
Posts: 23,247
| I think everyone needs a reminder every once in awhile and this is great reminder thank you Ann.
__________________ Taylor My babies Joey, Penny ,Ollie & Dixie Callie Mae, you will forever be in my heart! |
04-01-2012, 04:28 PM | #6 | |
Donating YT 1000 Club Member Join Date: Jun 2009 Location: Orlando/IL
Posts: 1,223
| Quote:
Thanks , I stop posting for a while , now I'm back . Sounds like this was coming to a head thank you for putting it out there.
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04-01-2012, 04:33 PM | #7 |
Rosehill Yorkies Donating YT Member Join Date: Dec 2007 Location: Houston Texas
Posts: 9,462
| Thank you Ann, for the guide lines going forward. This is such a wonderful place to get so much information on so many topics, much of it contributed by knowledgable, caring, sincere people. Methods of doing different things, or what we each feel is the "best way" to do it, is only our own "personal" opinions, and should be offered up to the person asking the question or asking for help or support, as such. The OP can then decide what action they wish to take. |
04-01-2012, 04:41 PM | #8 |
Donating YT 500 Club Member Join Date: Mar 2005 Location: Trinity, North Carolina
Posts: 1,149
| Thank you Ann for the wonderful post. I was so glad to see this, as I wondered, what had happened to YT.....thanks again.
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04-01-2012, 04:42 PM | #9 |
Donating YT 500 Club Member Join Date: Sep 2009 Location: Long Island, New York
Posts: 5,891
| What stands out most in my mind about this community is the compassion of its members and the desire to help each other, so I have been saddened by so much negativity and the many attacks. Thank you, Ann, for your post and for always setting such a positive, compassionate tone. No matter if we are behind a computer screen or speaking to each other in person, respect is of utmost importance. One of the things that makes YorkieTalk so great is that the members have heart and passion, and they care about each other and the pups. I don't ever want to see that change.
__________________ Lisa and Katie Ashley 6/10, Gracie 2/04, Kiwi 10/03, and Jolie 7/93 . |
04-01-2012, 04:42 PM | #10 |
Luv my 7 Furkids Donating Member | Ann you always have a way to say things right. Thanks, I know sometimes I dont post at all because I dont want to get involved with bickering, especially when one or more of the folks involved I like. I too think we all should be more compassionate. |
04-01-2012, 04:50 PM | #11 |
I ♥ my girls! Donating Member Join Date: Jul 2010 Location: With My Yorkies
Posts: 18,980
| Thanks Ann. You are right. This is such a great place to share experiences and knowledge. As well as the fun of showing off pictures of our babies. It needs to be all in positive spirit.
__________________ Momma to three sweet Yorkie girls Rosie Marie, Mikki Leigh , and Lily Mae Grace! |
04-01-2012, 04:54 PM | #12 |
Donating YT 1000 Club Member | Thanks for the reminder Ann. I think what's hardest for most people is to keep in mind is that we all may have issues; it's how we deal with them that we'll be remembered.
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04-01-2012, 05:03 PM | #13 |
Love my Boys Donating Member Join Date: Dec 2006 Location: w/ my boys
Posts: 5,056
| Thank you Ann for addressing this issue. It's quite troublesome for the forum when some members are creating an atmosphere that is making other members afraid to even post. The forum as a whole is being viewed as a negative place, especially by new members. I hope this puts them at ease and they start to join in and participate in the threads.
__________________ B.J.mom to : Jake J.J. Jack & Joey, momma misses you..... The joy found in the companionship of a pet is a blessing not given to everyone. The two most powerful words when we’re in struggle: me too.. |
04-01-2012, 05:08 PM | #14 |
Donating YT 500 Club Member Join Date: Feb 2011 Location: Memphis, TN USA
Posts: 1,078
| Thanks for posting. The great thing about being an individual is to have individual opinions. That's what makes the world go round. It's ok to disagree. But is should also be respected to allow someone to have their opinion even when it conflicts with ours. I learned through the ages not to take things personal even though I totally may not agree. It's ok not to see eye to eye. We just need to be civil when disagreeing. |
04-01-2012, 05:20 PM | #15 |
♥Trained by my pups♥ Donating YT 500 Club Member | Great words for all. Thanks for remind us all the real reason we all love yorkie talk. For great information and awesome pictures.
__________________ loving life with my furry friends |
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