Dog Races

[guster girl]

Originally posted by jcsperson
Hi everybody. This is my first post here...


Long, I know, but thanks for reading.

Welcome to Pet Talk, Martin. I read your posts in Grey Talk, and, posted a few myself, and, I hope that I came across as, at the very least, open minded and tactful. I used the name "guster girl" on all occassions, maybe you'll remember me. I have enjoyed reading your post here and hope that you'll stay around.

[aly]

Originally posted by GreyhoundDaddy
Look, nobody in the industry is saying that there arent imperfections. They freely admit it. And by all accounts, they are trying to rectify it. People are encouraged to report things to the NGA if they appear to run amok of guidelines.







Anyway, I'd like to strongly urge you all to take a look at that link I provided in my previous post.. And you tell YOURSELF that those pups aren't getting love, attention, playtime, socialization. Read the story of the night of their birth and tell yourself that they arent given the best possible care available... I think you'll find your eyes might open up a bit.

I'm confused. I said that I know there are a lot of racers/breeders who are very well cared for ... and that I was concerned about the ones who aren't. Are you just looking for an argument or did you seriously miss that? I am NOT being sarcastic here. I just thought I was making myself as clear as possible saying that I know you guys love and care for your dogs and that there are good racers out there.

[Kfamr]

Originally posted by aly
I'm confused. I said that I know there are a lot of racers/breeders who are very well cared for ... and that I was concerned about the ones who aren't. Are you just looking for an argument or did you seriously miss that? I am NOT being sarcastic here. I just thought I was making myself as clear as possible saying that I know you guys love and care for your dogs and that there are good racers out there.

I think this has been said many times yet they fail to see it each time, or just don't want to see it.

I wish this thread would just be locked so we could get on with our "NORMAL PT."

[jcsperson]

Originally posted by Kfamr
I wish this thread would just be locked so we could get on with our "NORMAL PT." [/B]

For the most part the tone here is quite civil right now and there is an opportunity for a large number of people to learn something about this magnificent breed.

[GreyhoundDaddy]

Originally posted by Kfamr
I think this has been said many times yet they fail to see it each time, or just don't want to see it.

I wish this thread would just be locked so we could get on with our "NORMAL PT."

if it bothers you to get educated, quit opening the thread.. I dont believe anyone's holding a gun to yuor head

[guster girl]

If this thread does get locked, I'd like to ask that the greyhound owners not leave Pet Talk. I don't know if that would be enough to make someone leave, but, I just wanted to say that just in case. If this thread wasn't going to be deleted when it was just people bickering, it most definitely shouldn't be now. It's actually a civil thread, now.

[Kfamr]

I NEVER said that this thread wasn't civil, nor did I say that I didn't want to learn anything.
It just seems like everyone is repeating themselves over and over again which isn't needed.

We all understand that there are good greyhound owners/racers/etc. We have known that from the get-go.
There's nothing more that needs to be said, and I'd honestly like for this thread to be dropped and for all of you newbies to just contribute to the rest of PT instead of just hanging around here.

[GreyhoundDaddy]

Originally posted by aly
I'm confused. I said that I know there are a lot of racers/breeders who are very well cared for ... and that I was concerned about the ones who aren't. Are you just looking for an argument or did you seriously miss that? I am NOT being sarcastic here. I just thought I was making myself as clear as possible saying that I know you guys love and care for your dogs and that there are good racers out there.

One shouldn't presume to think every post is directed at him/herself.

[guster girl]

I know I'm interested in hearing more of the other side, and, I think Aly's questions should keep coming, too. It's an interesting topic, and, as long as it stays civil, I think there's a lot more to be said from both sides.

[aly]

Originally posted by GreyhoundDaddy
One shouldn't presume to think every post is directed at him/herself.

It seemed like you were responding to one of my posts even though you didn't quote it. I think instead of agreeing to disagree, you and I are disagreeing to agree! Sheesh!

[GreyhoundDaddy]

or something like that

[guster girl]

Originally posted by GreyhoundDaddy
One shouldn't presume to think every post is directed at him/herself.

I thought that, too, but, I think she thought it was more towards her because your response was directly after hers, and, it did seem like you were attempting to answer her questions. I hope Aly comes back and keeps talking with you! I know I'm learning from both of you.

[guster girl]

Originally posted by aly
It seemed like you were responding to one of my posts even though you didn't quote it. I think instead of agreeing to disagree, you and I are disagreeing to agree! Sheesh!

Ok, Aly, we're posting at the same time, now.

[sherpayluvsgreys]

Originally posted by guster girl
I know I'm interested in hearing more of the other side, and, I think Aly's questions should keep coming, too. It's an interesting topic, and, as long as it stays civil, I think there's a lot more to be said from both sides.

guster girl, I like your positive uptake. These are the kinds of threads on GT that really help educate. While they do get sticky, inevitably something is learned.

This is why it would be a shame for this thread to fall apart.

BTW....Martin....well said....as usual.

[guster girl]

Originally posted by sherpayluvsgreys
guster girl, I like your positive uptake. These are the kinds of threads on GT that really help educate. While they do get sticky, inevitably something is learned.

This is why it would be a shame for this thread to fall apart.

BTW....Martin....well said....as usual.

Well, hey! Welcome! And, thank you. I'm just happy beyond words that this thread became decent. I don't know if you read the beginning, but, yikes. It wasn't nice. And, nothing was being learned or taught. I like debates, and, this is a fantastic one.