Since you first joined Pet Talk has it changed?
Are you happy with the changes?
If you could change anything about Pet Talk, what would it be?
(The word "improve" needs to be added here as well!)
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Since you first joined Pet Talk has it changed?
Are you happy with the changes?
If you could change anything about Pet Talk, what would it be?
(The word "improve" needs to be added here as well!)
Since I've joined there have been positive and negative changes. With all the new members, its very hard to keep things as peaceful and positive as they used to be. I don't think there is any solution to this. Whenever you have a large, diverse group, conflict is bound to pop up.
I really like the layout change Paul and Karen did a year or so ago. Sheesh, I can't even remember when that was now, but I like it!
I miss a lot of the people who used to be Pet Talkers and don't stop by any more. :(
Oh dear, should I really answer that..um..um...um...I think not.
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It has changed....I agree with Aly.
I do miss some of our previous members as well, Pam.
I love the new format! Especially all the fun colors and smilies! ;)
It has changed alot. i like it better when i first joined.
I guess this is subjective.
I too miss some of the members who were here a year or so ago, but they made a decision to not come back or come back less often. I don't know that any one person here is powerful enough to make any one person leave...well, Karen and Paul can make them leave, but you know what I mean....
Maybe we should start a thread for suggestions on how to improve pet talk and maybe get back some of the old members? I think I get bored with all internet chatting every now and then....but in general, enjoy hearing about and from everyone here. It keeps life real for me in many ways, and makes me wonder sometimes, if people have lives outside of this web site! I think I probably fall into the category some weeks!
So what about starting a thread...."If you could improve Pet Talk, how would you do it?"...
SAS and her Miley girl
I would not allow people to send mean PMs. How? I don't know...
Soledad, I find it interesting that you say that. I'm not saying I agree or disagree, but am wondering the reason why. :)Quote:
Originally posted by Soledad
I would not allow people to send mean PMs. How? I don't know...
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Originally posted by sasvermont
So what about starting a thread...."If you could improve Pet Talk, how would you do it?"...
SAS and her Miley girl
I completely agree - so let's include the words
"improve" as well as "change."
It has definitely changed!
Positive: I love the new layout/format/etc!! And there have been many new & wonderful members contribute to the forum!!
In-betweener: Some of the older members/pillars aren't around. :( But I am glad when they remember us, drop in, and say 'hi!'
Negative:
I'm going to step outside of my comfort zone to say this (and will probably receive some nasty PM's but...) I also disapprove of the 'newer' kids of pettalk. If they have something to say and can contribute it a positive manner, I'm all for 'em being on the board. But there are those who continually 'get my goat' by posing under different names/ages/etc. or joining in just to fight/argue/ridicule. (I think it's only fair to add that --while I don't have solid proof-- my instinct tells me not all the 'posers' on here are children.) These are the members I would like to see relocated to other areas of cyber-space.
As Aly said, a growing community cannot exist without a few tempers flaring. And there's not an easy solution to making it all just "go away."
But all-in-all, I think Karen and Paul do a marvelous job moderating esp. considering they have 'other' jobs, families, concerns, and one heckuva cute bunny to take care of! Kudos to you guys!
Well said Tonya :) Iwas trying to decide how to word many of those exact thoughts and I think you did it very well!Quote:
Originally posted by zippy-kat
It has definitely changed!
Positive: I love the new layout/format/etc!! And there have been many new & wonderful members contribute to the forum!!
In-betweener: Some of the older members/pillars aren't around. :( But I am glad when they remember us, drop in, and say 'hi!'
Negative:
I'm going to step outside of my comfort zone to say this (and will probably receive some nasty PM's but...) I also disapprove of the 'newer' kids of pettalk. If they have something to say and can contribute it a positive manner, I'm all for 'em being on the board. But there are those who continually 'get my goat' by posing under different names/ages/etc. or joining in just to fight/argue/ridicule. (I think it's only fair to add that --while I don't have solid proof-- my instinct tells me not all the 'posers' on here are children.) These are the members I would like to see relocated to other areas of cyber-space.
As Aly said, a growing community cannot exist without a few tempers flaring. And there's not an easy solution to making it all just "go away."
But all-in-all, I think Karen and Paul do a marvelous job moderating esp. considering they have 'other' jobs, families, concerns, and one heckuva cute bunny to take care of! Kudos to you guys!
AGREED.Quote:
Originally posted by zippy-kat
I also disapprove of the 'newer' kids of pettalk. If they have something to say and can contribute it a positive manner, I'm all for 'em being on the board. But there are those who continually 'get my goat' by posing under different names/ages/etc. or joining in just to fight/argue/ridicule. (I think it's only fair to add that --while I don't have solid proof-- my instinct tells me not all the 'posers' on here are children.) These are the members I would like to see relocated to other areas of cyber-space.
I honestly don't really remember much when I first joined...I know when I came back, the layout was different, but I don't remember how the layout was before.
We have some excellent members here, and some excellent members who are no longer here. :( Everything seems a bit negative lately, I think we need something positive to cheer us all up. Overall, I love Pet Talk, it's an excellent forum. :)
In the recent months....I've had to 'watch' what I say. I've never had to do that here before. I'll go on the record as saying this site has become a lot less tolerant, in a bad way.
But....like I said before, I love the site...I'm addicted. ;)
Although I'm relatively new, but not a kid, i have seen in my short time a fair representation of what was meant here by zippy-kat, and it shocks me at how they can act...even towards the members who pop onto a post not saying anything against or to them...Quote:
Originally posted by zippy-kat
It has definitely changed!
Negative:
I'm going to step outside of my comfort zone to say this (and will probably receive some nasty PM's but...) I also disapprove of the 'newer' kids of pettalk. If they have something to say and can contribute it a positive manner, I'm all for 'em being on the board. But there are those who continually 'get my goat' by posing under different names/ages/etc. or joining in just to fight/argue/ridicule. (I think it's only fair to add that --while I don't have solid proof-- my instinct tells me not all the 'posers' on here are children.) These are the members I would like to see relocated to other areas of cyber-space.
I will say however, that the majority of people I have come into contact have been awesome, and that keeps me coming back despite those "punks" as i'll put it, who like to argue, and what not just because they think its fun, or whatever it is they think!
:D
Bless you Zip for saying what I was thinking in a manner that wouldn't get me kicked off the board all together ;) In addition to what you have said, it seems like many of these "newbies" aren't always here for pets either, but use these boards as their own social gathering place (PM's people.. use the PM's!!!! :D)Quote:
Originally posted by zippy-kat
It has definitely changed!
Negative:
I'm going to step outside of my comfort zone to say this (and will probably receive some nasty PM's but...) I also disapprove of the 'newer' kids of pettalk. If they have something to say and can contribute it a positive manner, I'm all for 'em being on the board. But there are those who continually 'get my goat' by posing under different names/ages/etc. or joining in just to fight/argue/ridicule. (I think it's only fair to add that --while I don't have solid proof-- my instinct tells me not all the 'posers' on here are children.) These are the members I would like to see relocated to other areas of cyber-space.
As Aly said, a growing community cannot exist without a few tempers flaring. And there's not an easy solution to making it all just "go away."
I would have to say I liked it better even as soon ago as before Christmas. The whole feel is different now, but I can't really describe what that is.
However, with all the people that join here every day Karen and Paul do a great job. Maybe it's a good time to "hire" some more admin! ;) And, if nothing else, the wealth of information I have learned from this site about pets far exceeds the annoyances that sometimes crop up. :)
I love Pet Talk, and the way everything is set out. I have been addicted to the Dog of the Day forever, and only recently (1 year ago) started commenting in the Pet Talk forum.
I have to agree - seems that people are getting nastier / or less tolerant.
In general though, everyone seems to be really friendly and helpful. Lets hope it stays that way.
i don't know what other layout there was. the forum hasn't changed from when i joined. i hope i'm not one of those "young ones" who seem to piss everyone off :o
i love pet talk. i guess people who post under different names and ages get me mad too, but there are a lot of good things about this place :) i think zippy-cat said it the best :D
MOST DEFINITELY NOT! You are a terrific member and I personally enjoy reading your posts and getting to know Mickey! ;) (Love your signature!)Quote:
Originally posted by primabella
hope i'm not one of those "young ones" who seem to piss everyone off :o
Cookiebaker - I meant exactly what I said! :) Just that I've received mean PMs and I would rather not have to look at them.
Also, I wish some people had better grammar, spelling and punctuation. Not out of snobbery, but there are some posts on here that are barely comprehensible.
Primabella, you are definitely one of my favorites. I don't think you've ever pissed someone off!
I never intend to piss people off, that's why I've decided not to have anything to do with controversial threads anymore. The thing that I believe has changed the most is that people have become less tolerant of the beliefs of others. Karen and Paul definitely do a great job moderating, and I know they do the best they can. I was wondering if we can add a new board (like marketplace) for things in the news, etc. so that people that don't want to get involved, don't go to that board.............but then again, it might be a bad idea because curiosity can get even those avoiding such threads in the board. :eek: All I know is that this is a great board full of pet loving people, and that's what makes PT the wonderful board it is. Anyone that is compassionate enough to love an animal is a very softhearted and loving person. :) I hope things get better on PT from now on. I'm sure our love for pets can get us through all the hurt feelings of the past, and we can get back to talking about our pets and being friends. :)
I agree! :DQuote:
Originally posted by Pam
MOST DEFINITELY NOT! You are a terrific member and I personally enjoy reading your posts and getting to know Mickey! ;) (Love your signature!)
Same here!:o How old are you, primabella? I'm 12.:) ;)Quote:
Originally posted by primabella
i don't know what other layout there was. the forum hasn't changed from when i joined. i hope i'm not one of those "young ones" who seem to piss everyone off :o
i love pet talk. i guess people who post under different names and ages get me mad too, but there are a lot of good things about this place :) i think zippy-cat said it the best :D
Sarah - you are very mature and not annoying in the least bit. I love all of your posts and love seeing your beautiful Sadie girl :)
Thank you Aly! I didn't think I was annoying, but if I was, I would want to fix that. :) ;)
Sara, Primabella... you two are most definitely treasured members of this community!
Yeah, this thread has me thinking about it.....it seems since the new year everyone's been even more angry....well, at least it seems that way to me.Quote:
Originally posted by Nomilynn
I would have to say I liked it better even as soon ago as before Christmas. The whole feel is different now, but I can't really describe what that is.
I'll admit, I'm one of them that's been on the crabby side lately. I'm sorry. It's just that some people drive me crazy....and I'm sure I drive others crazy too! Anyway, I think we *all* need to start being more tolerant of eachother.
Let's make Pet Talk the *happy* place it normally is! :D
I know alot of people dislike me on the board, but I hope you're not talking about me. As my mom always says "i'm not here to win a popularity contest." Geez, my mom is so smart.:)
AGREE! :DQuote:
Originally posted by wolf_Q
Let's make Pet Talk the *happy* place it normally is! :D
Yes it has. I joined in August 2001.Quote:
Originally posted by gini
Since you first joined Pet Talk has it changed?
Are you happy with the changes?
If you could change anything about Pet Talk, what would it be?
(The word "improve" needs to be added here as well!)
Some changes are for good, but some not. I for example don't like how some people register with several names, why isn't one name enough? I also don't like that the people who have been kicked out, have signed in with new names and many of them. I won't put any examples, but few of you know what I mean.
If I could change PT... well, I'd probably add few more moderators. I'm not saying Karen and Paul are doing a bad job at all, acutally, you guys do an excellent job, as your forum is quite big! But few moderators more would be great, it's easier to keep control when there's more eyes on watch. And I would also get involved to this "hot" threads really fast and either lock them or remove them before flaming gets going on.
I agree with Noah's Mommy, you really have to be careful here now with what yousay, and I hate that. What happened to the fun people used to be here, when almsot anything was allowed? In good taste, that is
I wasn't going to reply to this - and even PM'd Gini and told her why.
But Zippy has encapsulated it so well - I'll just throw in my twopen'orth (two cents!!). I think the tolerance level has fallen dramatically - often when reading a thread from the beginning you suddenly come upon a reply from someone who has taken umbridge at someone else and WOW - sparks fly so quickly. I can't quite understand if they feel so hurt why can't they just PM the other person and do it politly and calmly. It's all a case of I feel this and I say that, so I'm right - everyone's on their high horse and unable to discuss calmly.
Why? Maybe age does have a lot to do with this. Sometimes I just lose patience and log-off.
Let's all try and keep cool and talk to each other - properly.
I do miss some of the 'older' - not age wise!! - members who don't come round all that often.
Having said all that I must just add that I feel Karen and Paul do a great job in moderating and always seem able to pour oil on troubled waters. It must be a thankless task. SO - Thank You both :)
Lynne
All I can say is that I love PetTalk...I love this family & have met a lot of new friends. Paul & Karen do a wonderful job at moderating!Yes...Thank You for opening & providing this forum. We appreciate it! :)Quote:
It must be a thankless task. SO - Thank You both
I love Pet Talk, I've met so many new friends. I know a few people who are still angry with me for how I behaved a few months ago. I think I've matured a lot since then though!:)
If I could change one thing about PT, I would make another forum for testing pictures, signatures, and maybe Phred's picture instructions could stay as an announcement at the top for the newbies who are learning. :)
AgreedQuote:
Also, I wish some people had better grammar, spelling and punctuation. Not out of snobbery, but there are some posts on here that are barely comprehensible.
And thank you Karen and Paul for doing a great job!:)
I guess I qualify as an "old" one who doesn't post as often but it's for several reasons...some personal and some because some of the weird threads that had nothing to do with our furkids. I still lurk though. We did have two alternative moderators for awhile, Phred and SpencerTheLion. It worked great, especially when Paul & Karen had to be absent for whatever reason (they DO have a life you know). But when some of these threads started to get out of hand I can't blame anybody for not wanting to play sheriff. I now try to only participate in the positive, fun, informative threads and leave the controversy to others:rolleyes: One of the best times I've had in many, many years was the first PetTalkMeet in Texas with Karen,Paul,Sammi,Mike,Aly (and ReeceMan & Lolly of course) Chuck (and Ms Vicky & the almighty Spencer)Augie (from TX) and her son et al and all the good vibes we had there. Here's to many more:D
Laurie
Hard to say really... I think it's changed both for the better and the worse.
Better in the way that "controversial" threads are more allowed nowadays, and worse in the way that more people retort with personal flaming in said threads (like for example how some people called me a "sick freak" for posting about the kid who killed himself).
Purely technically I would like to see HTML allowed; I really miss that.
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Originally posted by FloppsyLadySally89
If I could change one thing about PT, I would make another forum for testing pictures, signatures,
You can always test them in a normal area and then delete the test post after you see if it worked.
I totally agree Tonya!! WELL SAID!!!Quote:
Originally posted by zippy-kat
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Negative:
I'm going to step outside of my comfort zone to say this (and will probably receive some nasty PM's but...) I also disapprove of the 'newer' kids of pettalk. If they have something to say and can contribute it a positive manner, I'm all for 'em being on the board. But there are those who continually 'get my goat' by posing under different names/ages/etc. or joining in just to fight/argue/ridicule. (I think it's only fair to add that --while I don't have solid proof-- my instinct tells me not all the 'posers' on here are children.) These are the members I would like to see relocated to other areas of cyber-space.
As Aly said, a growing community cannot exist without a few tempers flaring. And there's not an easy solution to making it all just "go away."
But all-in-all, I think Karen and Paul do a marvelous job moderating esp. considering they have 'other' jobs, families, concerns, and one heckuva cute bunny to take care of! Kudos to you guys!
And with that I first and foremost want to say that I LOVE PETTALK!!! If I didn't I wouldn't come here several times a day!!
Yes, the forum has gotten HUGE which I good in a way, and Yes we have lost some of the familyness.
B/c of the more stressful threads and some of the younger members that DO come on DO stress me out quite a bit.
BUT with that I have met some of my closest, dearest friends here. And with that I wouldn't change for the world!
And thru here I have met other people. Like Thru Amy (Cincy'sMom) I met her mom, and now Keegan and I have Dog Park Buddies. :D
Karen and Paul you have definately made a very very special place here on the web that we can all get together and meet. THANK YOU!
There are some changes that should be made but I would have NO CLUE how to even begin to make them:(
I joined PT the day after the new layout, so I don't know what the old one looked like. I like everything about this layout, it's very pleasant to look at. :)
THANK YOU KAREN AND PAUL FOR THIS WONDERFUL BOARD! :) :)
Concerning changes, I'd like that signatures was limited to a certain size, many of them I find way too big, they take up so much space in some posts. Some of them are very nice, but still ...
It would also be nice if newcomers knew that posts can be edited - instead of posting 3-4 posts right after the other.
I also believe it would be a good idea to delete members who has joined in 2000 or 2001 and never posted.
Also, it would be nice to have a search feature where you could search for where the members come from - it could be country or state, but I realise that it would have to be typed into the members profiles.
Lastly, I'd like to say that I too agree with Zippy on her views! :)
Oh, and I also miss some of the oldies - like C. C.'s mom!
That's my 2 danish kroner. :D
I joined around Christmas time, and havnt seen much change yet. I hope im not anoying anyone:o But i love PT! I guess Im really addicted, I finnaly found a place where I can go on and on about my pets and hear about other peoples pets!:) Glad i found this place. Thanks again karen and paul for making such a wonderful board! And thanks to all the great PT members for making it feel like home!:D lol ;)
Gee - call me clueless, but I wasn't aware of people registering under multiple names. The only time I've seen someone with a new name was when something went haywire with their old name.
I like some of the "new kids" - I wouldn't ever want Pet Talk to get too cliqueish with just the same group all the time. New people introduce us to new points of view, new locations and experiences and even religions and I'm ok with that. It's really fun to know that I'm chatting with people from all over the world
I also like hearing from our younger members. I enjoy their youthful exhuberance. Also, some of them occasionally have some serious problems and I feel like we're able to comfort them and help them.
My solution to Pettalkers that annoy me? I ignore them. I don't respond to their posts and don't even bother to open new threads started by them. This works for me. But hey, we're a community, there are always going to be personality conflicts - that's a part of life. Just as long as we keep our main focus - our love of our pets, then we all have common ground.