If you want to read some RUDE comments, take a look at my post last week, a nice post with pictures of my trio. I got a rude comment from ONE member who said to me that I STARVE MY DOG SO IT STAYS SMALL! lol now that is something to cry about.

BTW, I totally agree with MegansMomma.

My last post to this "beating a dead horse" topic! Guess i will take the dogs for a walk, and hope the big dog can keep up with the Yorkie.

I have been reading this thread (and the other) and just want to say that to me, if you post with a bunch of multiple !!!! after each and every sentence, that can be seen as being rude in an of itself.

I also want to say that I don't think the "older" members are rude. Try warning people over and over again of the same things and having them think they know better (then why did they ask?). If you (not you, the OP, I mean "you" in general) ask a question/help, but people don't hold your hand while giving it to you, why is that rude? Sometimes time is of the essence, and there's no room for sugarcoating.

I agree with these posts 100%.

I dont know about "getting blacklisted" but coming to a new place and telling everyone how they need to change certainly isnt the way to make friends or get people to welcome you... it succeeds in getting you attention though.

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:D:D:D and that's a big dog too - thanks for the visual

I agree. Some people on here are ignorant and rude. Do they really not have anything else to do in their lives other than bag on other people?

I agree. And about the OP's comment about reading all the rude people's post in old threads, that's not what I was trying to say. My point was to read around and you'd get a feel of what YT is really like. For example, the homepage can give you a quick glimpse of what we like discussing. There's a poll going on on Name suggestions for a kitty (fun stuff); an article on chips possibly causing cancer (education that turned into a slight debate); articles on pet overpopulation, a dog that died for not being taken care of properly; and recent threads, all of which the titles give you an example of what we talk about. You don't have to go into everyone's profiles to learn what this site is about. It's all there! We like the fun, the technical, and we like to help each other. That's what YT is about.
I did post a very long and winded post but I wanted the OP to understand where I was coming from, and maybe offer a background to why things like red flags are such button pushers.

Thanks for taking the time to write all of these comments! I am definitely not trying to make enemies here and DO want to learn from knowledgeable people who know this breed, are the professionals and have its very best interests at heart! And as far as the !!!! goes that's just how I write! Not trying to yell at anybody or be rude! I always use exclamation points and that's just me, will try and change that although if I do that again just know its a habit that's hard to break! LOL. I do plan on sticking around and hope once some of you get to know me you will learn that I am passionate too about my dogs although still learning and hope to always still be learning! I am not trying to change people's opinions, the standards, the honest commentary, I just hope that people will go more easy on the newbies and people who honestly aren't trying to do anything wrong! Go nuts on those that are or have devious intentions! I will pick up a torch right behind you! I do plan on exploring the site a little more every single day but that can't have been expected on my first day and WAS! As someone said earlier, maybe think back to how you were when you were new at yorkies and think back to the people that made you love the breed more and be who you are today! Someone had a hand in that! We always walk stronger because there was someone who paved the way and made it easier for us to stand on their shoulders and do it better! We have the ability to be helpful and make people love this breed more and WANT the info/education or the opposite. None of us is perfect and we can all do a little better today than we did yesterday and that's all I'm saying! I need the knowledge of the pros but I don't want to be abused by it either! Not trying to beat a dead horse either for the person that made that comment! I just think this is pretty important (obviously there are a few people who agree with me) and if you can't stand the discussion there are a zillion other threads to look at! Hope you enjoy walking your dogs...I might get off and do the same (if I can get Paris to leave her baby for 15 minutes!) I look forward to getting to know you guys better, look forward to learning from you with each passing day and appreciate your feedback along with you letting me talk and express my heart! See you around YT!

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I am sorry you were treated in a manner that made you feel unwelcome. Some Yorkie lovers just are so passionate that they post words that have no voice tone, body language, or facial expressions to truly convey what they feel and mean. As a result, their words can hurt. I have found that those that are the most passionate offer great advice. But, when you rely on the written word only, it is hard to tell about the delivery style. Realize that many of us love our Yorkies and will offer simple advice or words of encouragement. Don't let this first negative experience turn you away. You have too much to offer and too much to gain. We value our new YT members. I'm new myself and this forum has helped me alot as I am a first time dog owner. Welcome and start learning and posting. It's great fun! Don't take posts too seriously and realize we have a common bond . . . we love our furbabies.:)

Not trying to get attention or tell everyone they need to change! It applies to whoever believes its for them and everyone else can go about biz as usual!

Stifling laughter!
 

Did someone just seriously say " most of us like it the way it is! Stick around and learn or get off and start your own forum?" Obviously there are quite a few people who disagree with you on liking the way it is...which is fine! There is room for everyone's opinion! If you don't like what we are talking about then feel free to not comment again! I've been extremely non confrontational and friendly today! And I'm not going anywhere! Can anyone seriously have a problem with this discussion we've all had today?:rolleyes: It's been about making things better for new people, making it a more positive place to be since we all seem to have the same goals which in turn enhances the site which in turn enhances the breed!:aimeeyork It's positive!!!:thumbup: What is your problem with that specifically?:confused: Having a twilight zone moment again! LOL. Going to walk the dogs! It's a beautiful day, I have 2 beautiful healthy children:), 3 beautiful, healthy dogs:animal-pa:animal-pa:animal-pa, an amazing husband I get to do life with, and have just made a bunch of new friends today! Life is good! Gonna focus on the positive!

That's good! Have a fun walk!

I feel bad that what some people are sayihg things that hurt others. Fortunately, in this country, we are allowed free speech. We are not always going to agree with what is being said or written, but at least we are all still able to voice our opinions. I have learned a wealth of information on YT and try to ignore comments that upset me.

Since this thread seems to be going on and on I want to add one more thing. I understand how Mary felt attacked or maybe belittled in her first thread and I do think some things were said that were a touch harsh, but with that said I joined this forum because when I looked it over I liked most of what I saw and came here in hopes of making some friends, exchanging information and learning from people with more/different information.
I didn't come here to try to "change" something that was set up by someone else and apparently has been working. Whoever originally started this forum and runs the forum has the authority to "change" it but not me nor should I as a newbie be able to come in and demand it.

If I don't like this forum enough I can make up my own forum and get others to join it. That way things can be done to my standard, but I think this thread is beating a dead horse. We don't have to come here and we don't need to read what others write.

Just ignore the people you don't like and enjoy the ones you do. Life is only as happy as you make it and I am for sure SICK of the "change" that has happened over the last year and don't need to continue it here.

I know what Mary is talking about. I dared ask the question "do you let your Yorkies off leash". Yikes, the responses I received were extremely rude - of course not all - and yes, I did receive a couple of apologies. We new people to Yorkshire Terriers write questions to get helpful responses from knowledgeable people - not to be treated like we're idiots. I really enjoy reading the many posts from all sorts of people - but I am careful about which questions I will post. And for those people who get offended by the word teacup - be softer with your answer - I shouldn't have to cringe when reading some poor persons new posts, knowing they'll get slammed. :eek:

And to those people that feel free to post against newer people on YT, most of us are not new to animals and some of us, like me, have had several, very well adjusted pets that have lived long, happy lives. I am very glad to be a member of YT and look forward to receiving more great advice about our little pups!:)

I read this thread and the other one just to try to figure out what the deal was before I posted. My initial thought was "this is a joke." After reading both threads in their entirety, I realized that it's not a joke...it's just ridiculous.

To the OP. You came on, and despite the fact that you did get some rather blunt responses right from the start, seems to me like you have done just as much to fuel the fire you are now so desperately trying to extinguish. You have insulted members here, called people rude and snobs and more and are now trying to 'rally' people to "change" the forum to your liking? Is it honestly any surprise that you are not feeling very "welcomed" at this point? :rolleyes: Some of the comments and generalizations you have made are by far some of the most judgmental I've ever seen here...and that's really saying a lot! I guess I just didn't realize that YT was in need of a crusade to rid it of all it's evils.:p

There are so many members here that share so much and that are active on this forum every single day and who have been here for years. So it seems to me like maybe YT isn't as bad as you are trying to make it out to be...at least not to the majority of the members here who seem pretty darn happy.

I understand why you were a bit caught off guard with some of the initial comments made to you, but good grief...condemning the site and it's members so quickly before you ever really gave it a fair chance to see what is was REALLY all about? :confused: If you don't want to take the time to get to know the members here and see what a positive forum this is 99% of the time, then that is of course your choice, but it is really unfortunate and ultimately your loss.

What am I missing? There were 81 posts before this one, and at least half are in disagreement with your opinion. That means.....maybe 40 members out of a forum of almost 60,000 agree with you. Where are you coming up with "quite a few"?

My problem with it is that you haven't even been here a week and you have decided that the forum doesn't work the way you want, so you want to change it. A lot of us, most of us, love YT just as it is. The friendships, the concern, the passion for yorkies ties us all together. Don't be so judgmental of those who have been here for YEARS when you have only been here for DAYS. And don't talk about experienced, knowlgeable members judging you when this whole thread is in judgement of them!!!!!!! And if you want to claim you're not being judgmental, go back and re-read your posts, and your talk of big egos and rudeness, when you dish the rudeness out in super size servings. These members have earned their place on this board while you've done nothing except try to stir everyone up and cause trouble.

Oh, and please, "feel free" to NOT tell me what I can and cannot comment on.

:thumbup::thumbup::thumbup: Well said.....

This whole thread was for attention. To try and get members to feel sorry for her.

When I first came to YT things were said to me very bluntly. I am so grateful for that today.

Feeling of agreement. Does she know people can be banned on here?

I am not for sure but she sure is on a mission to change Yorkie Talk.

Not to mention if anything was said so awful to her they would be suspended or banned.

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What amuses me the most about this thread and the attitude of the OP is the fact that she has neglected to educate herself about YorkieTalk, it's posting rules, and the general flow of things. I don't see how that can be accomplished in a day, a week, a month or even years.

YorkieTalk is a privately owned forum and we, the posting membership are guests. With that said, I do consider it my online Yorkie home and I have a tremendous amount of respect and appreciation for it's Owners, Administrators, Moderators and for the vast majority of it's members. In return for the priviledge of being a member here, I have donated both my time and money to help make YorkieTalk a better place and I try to be a good YT citizen.

:D :D :D I have had my toes toasted more than once in the time that I have been here and expect that I will get them roasted before it's overwith, but I acknowledge that the majority of time that the I do get toasted it's my own fault -- due to an error in posting and/or my reactions to other posts.

Cindy, I always love reading your posts. They are always perfect - well thought out, respectful and so accurate! :thumbup:

I agree:D:D

Very nicely put! I have been squished a few times too, but learned to get over it and realize that all that is GOOD about Yorkie Talk far outweighs the parts that could use some improvement. I am honored to be a part of this community and will continue to support it with time and money as well.