I thought this website was for help not bashing :(

[Rachael x]

Originally Posted by chattiesmom

What I can't understand is why we let comments from complete strangers bother us. Just because somebody says (or types) something doesn't make it true, and it doesn't change who I am or what I stand for. I really feel sorry for people who enjoy being blunt, rude, and just downright mean.

Don't get me wrong, would love to live in Neverland.... where life is happy all the time (no wait, that's the Yellow Submarine), but we don't. So I stand behind my comment that life on YT would be much more pleasant if everyone would temper their passion with compassion.

I too would like to live in Neverland or on the Yellow Submarine please...
Wonder if I could get Puff the magic dragon to fly me there

But on a more serious not yes I totally agree with you
People need to lighten up and stop being so touchy.

[lil fu fu girl]

Originally Posted by bribunny

Wait.. I'm confused. I know nothing with breeding. My comment was on a vaccination problem, my yorkie came from a reputable breeder.

I am sorry to confuse you, as apparently I am as well! I connected you to the wrong thread....thought it was about breeding between two pups, not about vaccinations.

Sorry about that, but I guess my message is still relevant though. People here see so many bad things, the economy has turned peoples lives inside out, and this heat.....omg. I think everyone hits their boiling point at one time or another and ends up spouting out things that they do not necessarily mean.

As with my earlier posts I do feel that rudeness is not the standard as much as the exception to the rule here; which unfortunately, we all have broken at least once. Do not take it personally, or let it hurt your feelings, as everyone here including yourself, has something to offer in the way of education and knowledge. We all learn from each other, thats what makes this place special. Both old and young have unique experiences that can be brought into the arena of knowledge so that we all may learn.

I hope this kind of clears up where my thoughts were headed, sorry for the confusion Bribunny.

[littlewhip]

Originally Posted by chattiesmom

What I can't understand is why we let comments from complete strangers bother us. Just because somebody says (or types) something doesn't make it true, and it doesn't change who I am or what I stand for. I really feel sorry for people who enjoy being blunt, rude, and just downright mean.

Don't get me wrong, would love to live in Neverland.... where life is happy all the time (no wait, that's the Yellow Submarine), but we don't. So I stand behind my comment that life on YT would be much more pleasant if everyone would temper their passion with compassion.

Great post !

Take it day by day, not because its the best way but because its the only way

[flafox67]

I'm sorry you had an unpleasant experience. I admit I lurked for a while before I started posting. I learned what some people are very passionate about and stay away from those subjects. I don't know that they always really mean it as badly as it sounds in writing. The bad thing about writing is that you miss out on tone. I hope you stay with us for the wealth of good information you can gain here. I've learned a lot and have connected with some really great people here.

[Teegy]

don't let it get to you, maybe they were having a bad day (their Yorkie pee'd in their cornflakes)
Sometimes a response may come across as a criticism but don't take it to heart. The people on here care as much about their fur babies as you do for your's and just want to make sure you avoid making awful mistakes
also remember writing communications may not be their strong suit and English may be a second language, so what appears harsh may just be bad grammar.

[cally930]

Originally Posted by chattiesmom

What I can't understand is why we let comments from complete strangers bother us. Just because somebody says (or types) something doesn't make it true, and it doesn't change who I am or what I stand for. I really feel sorry for people who enjoy being blunt, rude, and just downright mean.

Don't get me wrong, would love to live in Neverland.... where life is happy all the time (no wait, that's the Yellow Submarine), but we don't. So I stand behind my comment that life on YT would be much more pleasant if everyone would temper their passion with compassion.

You are very wise. I applaud you. We definitely need more people like you on this site.

[LifeLovePassion]

The biggest thing for me is that it is disheartening when you ask a question and feel attacked before you have even decided what you are going to do on an issue. Manners go a long way. Or, since I know tone is hard to communicate, ASK for clarification before assuming someone meant something they didn't. Just a friendly reminder from a newbie.

[furbutt]

Aw i am sorry you feel so upset about a remark on your post. I have had the same thing happen on a few of my posts by the same person but yet he never has anything nice to say on anyones posts only horrible nasty comments which everyone has remarked on and its a shame, but i guess you always have one right!

I find everyone else VERY helpful and kind. I think things can come across harsh sometimes but overall they mean well and just want to help and support you. Take what you can from things and leave the bad.

I learn my lesson when i started off on this forum, reading a thread and getting very upset about some of the replys back to this lady and tried to stick up for her.... only to find out her posts where deleted by admin and i looked very stupid and was very sorry. Some memebers have not really forgotten me for that and have never bothered replying to any of my threads and have ignored me etc but i can only say i am sorry so many times and move on, if they cant forgive and forget then again its a shame

I love yorkie talk, there so many WONDERFUL people on here and coming here everyday cheers me right up! 99.9% of people are soooo lovely here and offer the best advice!! Poppy has so many internet mummys I have learnt the hard way that people on this site just want the best for yorkies aswell as you do so dont take anything to heart and take it as advice and support... thats what i try to do anyway as i am a very new yorkie mummy and love to have people helping me that are so experianced in the breed.

Yorkietalk is a fantasic place with great advice xxxx

[chachi]

Most of the time it is us just needing to not take a post so seriously. There are a few on here that need to take a course in human kindness but they show all their hatrid on here and dont go unnoticed

[bribunny]

Thanks. Like I stated I might have overreacted and took things the wrong way. You live and learn. It's over and done with, and there is nothing more we can do.

That being said, thanks for the kind comments. I hope to make the right decision.

[Debbier2010]

I'm also new and although I personally haven't been bashed I have seen others that have... So now I only welcome newbies or reply to happy threads I doubt I will ask a question anytime soon... Which sucks because that's what I joined for.. Besides the only thing everyone says is to "take them to the vet" duh!! That a given but how about some help in the mean time so that at least we know what we are talking about when we get to the vet..

[gemy]

Originally Posted by Debbier2010

I'm also new and although I personally haven't been bashed I have seen others that have... So now I only welcome newbies or reply to happy threads I doubt I will ask a question anytime soon... Which sucks because that's what I joined for.. Besides the only thing everyone says is to "take them to the vet" duh!! That a given but how about some help in the mean time so that at least we know what we are talking about when we get to the vet..

Well unless you say you are going to take your dog to the vet I wouldn't assume that.

So start off the post saying : my pup has xyor z symptoms, I'm not sure what they are so I have a vet appt 2 days from now.

Has anyone seen anything like this. I'm trying to research possible conditions that evidence themselves with xy or z symptoms.

[Hazelzmibaybee]

i know EXACTLY who you are talking about! he commented on one of my posts today and quite frankly, i'm over him . . . he NEVER has ANYTHING nice to say. EVER. he's just MEAN.

[Reese1]

I've been on YT for about 4 years now and it has grown and it has changed, but I love this site!
I've learned so much and I've really enjoyed the stories, pictures and all the opinions. I don't agree with everything I read, but how could I expect to? That's never going to happen on a forum like this where the topic is something we are all passionate about!

I'm sorry that someone hurt your feelings!

[furbutt]

Originally Posted by Hazelzmibaybee

i know EXACTLY who you are talking about! he commented on one of my posts today and quite frankly, i'm over him . . . he NEVER has ANYTHING nice to say. EVER. he's just MEAN.

Think everyone knows who i mean LOL