Originally Posted by megansmomma (Post 32728)

BTW~I am one of those people that have been a shoulder to turn to when one is needed. I've offered tons of private advice both in PM and by phone. I'm a strong supporter of rescue and I'm there when others need someone for help. It is when all the positive members offer advice and their experience that make YT a great learning place. It's too bad that it is not better appreciated. :(

Originally Posted by Sharly4 (Post 3272818)

So you did mean me?

Originally Posted by Rhetts_mama (Post 3272554)

I can't speak for anyone else. But for me the answer is "most likely, yes". The question becomes, would you take it the same way? So much is lost with just text. Tone, inflection, body language...

No matter what side of any issue or discussion you come down on, someone with opposing views is going to consider what you say either: harsh, mean or just plain stupid. Same thing in real life. It really comes down to their filters and what they are getting from what you say. I can't control that, you can't control it.

Also sometimes, people come on and say something that makes people want to just smack their (own) heads against the desk. I've seen some of the more experienced people on here show what I consider to be remarkable restraint. They keep in mind that other people will come afterwards and hopefully gain something from their insight. They also know that some of those same people who fight and whine when they don't like the answers given are often some of the same people who come running back as soon as they run in to a problem that could have been avoided. Growing up, my mother and grandmother used to say that part of their job was seeing around corners for me that I wasn't even aware were coming up. It drove me nuts at the time, but now that I have kids, I understand.

And then there are just some things that absolutely require outrage. Whether you agree with their take or depth of feeling on it or not, it's not being true to themselves or beliefs to let some things slide (puppy mills, breeders who haven't bothered to do things right and then come on here in a last minute panic, etc.) In those cases, sitting back and watching people pat themselves on the back is just not an option.

Some people need things sugar coated before they will listen. Others need a strong dose of reality. No thread is going to be all sunshine and lollipops. Take what you want from them, ignore what you don't.

Originally Posted by BamaFan121s (Post 3272842)

LOL...no, she DIDN'T mean you. "The general you" means it she was making a general statement. Same as if someone says, "in general" or "generally speaking.":) Kind of like saying y'all.

Originally Posted by PANAMA69 (Post 3272844)

I'm sorry you feel this way, I try not to be rude with people because I don't find the need to be, if they will not listen when you try to get your point cross on a well manner, I think they will listen less if you are rude to them, they get all defensive and put their guard up, and his twice hard to have them listen to you. I also understand is about the dog, but the bottom line who own these dogs? people, they make the ultimate decision on their pets life, unless someone call animal control on them. On the other hand, some people are certain way and they are not going or want to change, that is how probably they been treated and/or brought up, or circumstance in their life make them that way, they honestly don't know how; so you have to learn to tolerate them, I guess:(
I have respect here for some good old members, because they will do what ever it take to help somebody and/ or a furbaby, they are just good heart it people, and that is why I decided to stay, through the years I have make good quality friends in here, few but awesome people, and also looking forward to make new friends, because any newbie here have potential to become a" good old member", jmho
See my signature, who ever you feed the most, that will dominate, the foul side or the blessed side is a choice. Hugs and puppy kisses:animal-pa Greta

Originally Posted by Sharly4 (Post 3272818)

So you did mean me?

Originally Posted by megansmomma (Post 3272582)

Amen sisters! :p If some of these people put even a 10th of the whining into making a positive change for the breed that we love even that would be positive.

and another thing...........

I'm so tired of threads like these. :rolleyes:

Originally Posted by Rhetts_mama (Post 3272879)

LOL! See what I mean about meaning/content being lost in just text?

No, I didn't mean you in particular. I meant "you" in the general sense of anyone who posts.

Originally Posted by Sharly4 (Post 3272870)

Oh my gosh! I'm telling you! Hahaha:lol tears I think there's something in my coffee! When my dad said don't take polish jokes to heart he wasn't kidding! I feel like I AM one right now! Hahahahaha

Originally Posted by QuickSilver (Post 3272638)

Yep.

I have to say, after having seen this debate take place approximately 8,344,398,348 times here... it's not going to change. There's a wide range of sensitivities here, and unfortunately, a few people choose to be very ill-mannered. I've seen several people basically say that they are absolutely not open to change since they are already without flaw, so there you go.

It's a big forum, and there are lots of great people and a lot of great information. Negative experiences tend to get more of our attention, that's just how we're built. Our dogs are the same way! So sometimes we may need to make an effort to focus on the many, many positive things, even when there is just that one maddening comment you can't get out of your head.

Originally Posted by Rhetts_mama (Post 3272884)

LOL. I'm Polish, too. And a blonde on top of that.

Originally Posted by cally930 (Post 3272888)

Very well said!!! I don't get offended easily - I'll tell you that - and if I do - I'll let you know that how you said it was uncalled for. Just....... from being on YT for a short time now - I think I have read every single thread there is - every other thread contains a comment or a remark that really should not have been - not that the messenger delivered it harshly - but never should have said it in the first place. I just think people should just take the time to read what they wrote before they click on "Submit Reply"