Wow. I find it pretty amusing (in a sarcastic sense of the word) that people get bent out of shape over these sorts of things - and I'm talking the people harrassing you, Kay - not you. Me thinks it's time for those who get upset over such silly things to find a new hobby! There is more to life than the internet and yes, there is more to life than Pet Talk!!

Don't feel bad for not responding to people, Kay. If they don't understand that your real world life and responsibilities take precedence over silly little PMs on a pet forum, you don't need them in your life - real or cyber.