The responsibility of having pets

[wolfsoul]

I read all that *sigh* took forever lol. Good post!

The only things that I can see that aren't/weren't good for me are

1. Money - Luckily, I have a vet that doesn't make me pay much. I don't have alot of money because I blasted it all paying full price at another vet. My mom doesn't have a good job either but luckily, my brother's dad gives us money, and welfare gives us money, and plus we still have some money left over in our medicals. My mom is trying to get a better job, and I'm going to try and get one in a little while.

2. Previous pets - When I first got Frisco, I didn't take into consideration that I have a cat lol. Sara tried to get Frisco at first, but she soon realized that she is no match for those ratty teeth! So now, she's afraid of him and Icarus lol. I'm glad that it worked out that way though, so really this was no problem, but I still should have thought about it before getting the rat.

[binka_nugget]

Originally posted by primabella
Really Ash? Any idea on what kind?

It's not a definate yes yet lol...but we've been talking about it. I've been trying to talk her into possibly adopting a mini aussie in a border collie rescue...how a mini aussie got into a bc rescue..i have no idea...but it sounds perfect for us...and I know kai would love another "toy" lol....he loved it when we watched our cousin's dog for 2 weeks.

[Kfamr]

Originally posted by binka_nugget
It's not a definate yes yet lol...but we've been talking about it. I've been trying to talk her into possibly adopting a mini aussie in a border collie rescue...how a mini aussie got into a bc rescue..i have no idea...but it sounds perfect for us...and I know kai would love another "toy" lol....he loved it when we watched our cousin's dog for 2 weeks.

Watching other's animals is about the best way to show that you're able to care for another. I think from taking care of half of the neighborhood dogs that live around here and BluStang24's dog almost everyday is why i was able to actually get Nala.

[ILoveMyAbbyGirl]

You guys are making a huge deal out of this.

I care not to read it because I know it is aimed DIRECTLY at TM.

This is getting really stupid if you ask me.

[Kfamr]

Originally posted by ILoveMyAbbyGirl
You guys are making a huge deal out of this.

I care not to read it because I know it is aimed DIRECTLY at TM.

This is getting really stupid if you ask me.

So you're saying being responsible for your animals isn't a big deal?

Do not read it if you do not care to, no one is forcing you to.

Everyone should be responsible for their animals, not just TM. I'm sure PCB had no intentions of putting down anyone in this thread, just educating them.

What's getting stupid, If you don't mind me asking.

[ILoveMyAbbyGirl]

So you're saying being responsible for your animals isn't a big deal?

When did I say that? I don't remember saying that at all.

And what's getting stupid, you ask?

THE WHOLE THING ABOUT TM, TIKEYA, AND JADE.

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[Kfamr]

Originally posted by ILoveMyAbbyGirl
When did I say that? I don't remember saying that at all.

You didn't say it directly, but , you said we're making a big deal about this. This thread is about responsibility for pets. Therefore, it seems like you're saying that resposibility for pets isn't a big deal.

Originally posted by ILoveMyAbbyGirl

THE WHOLE THING ABOUT TM, TIKEYA, AND JADE.

This thread isn't about TM.

[lovemyshiba]

This thread is about responsible pet ownership , not directed to anyone in particular, but to help educate us all.

I found it very very well written and by far one of the most extensive pieces I've read about getting pets. I think everyone should print it, and hand out copies to everyone they know--we should also give copies to our shelters and SPCA's, and pet stores, so people can have points to ponder before getting a pet.

Tikeya's mom even posted on here, showing that she did not take it as a strike towards her.

[primabella]

Emily, did you ever PM me back? Or get my PM? I was just wondering...

[Karen]

Originally posted by ILoveMyAbbyGirl
When did I say that? I don't remember saying that at all.

And what's getting stupid, you ask?

THE WHOLE THING ABOUT TM, TIKEYA, AND JADE.

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Hey, hey, hey, calm down.

No one ever said it was directed at any one person. Just because that's how YOU see it, doesn't mean that is how it was meant. Read some of the posts above ... others have admitted to thinking about -or not - some of these issues. You objected BEFORE you read the whole post. That's not fair. Please READ the initial post before you react emotionally to what you percieve is an attack on another.

[popcornbird]

AbbyGirl, if you read the post in the first place, you would know that it WASN'T directed to TM. I didn't even mention Tikeyas mom or ANYONE for that matter, in the entire post. If it was indeed pointing at Tikeyas mom, she would never have replied and said it was a good post, or she would have replied and protested. If you didn't read it, you shouldn't be talking. Tikeyas mom liked the post herself.

When the Jade incident happened, I PM'd Tikeyas mom, and told her how sorry I was about it etc. and you can even go and ask her about it. This thread was made for educating everyone, and as a reminder on how important it is to be responsible when bringing an animal into the house.

KayAnn, Karen, and everyone, thanks so much!

[ChloeLove]

That was a great post, PCB...It was really informative. I am gonna give this to my friend. She has 8 dogs, and can't even take care of them.

[tikeyas_mom]

Originally posted by zanzanfergie
Does your level of care meet the standard posted by Popcornbird above?

yes, does yours?

[tikeyas_mom]

Originally posted by WolfChan
Think on that TM. You always use your mother as an excuse when your animals are sick. Well, guess what? I spent several years saving up money from mowing lawns and bussing my animals to the vet because my mother didn't think rodents needed to see the vet. When my mouse lost a little bit of fur around his eyes, I spent $42 without hesitation just for the exam, despite the fact that it had taken me over a month to earn it without a job. There is ALWAYS a way to get your animals proper veterinary care, and you owe it to them.

I understand that. But I am still a good pet owner, I took my gerbil in and my dogs are all up to date with shots and cat to. all my larger pets are spayed and neutered. so its all good. The rat is now getting proper vet care and attention. And Sages ear infecting is gone, she dowent even tilt anymore, she love to run and dig like a normal gerbil.

[tikeyas_mom]

Originally posted by ILoveMyAbbyGirl
You guys are making a huge deal out of this.

I care not to read it because I know it is aimed DIRECTLY at TM.

This is getting really stupid if you ask me.

That is exactly what I was thinking. It is kinda obviouse that it is directed at ME and noone eles here. I think thats kinda imbarassing. But I dont care because I dont know anyof you and will not see anyof you in my life, I could care less what you all think about my pet caring skills. . its all good in my book. I will just stick to the ppl who stand up for me, because they know that you can judge someone by what they post on an internet chat thing. it is ignorant, so ya, I will stick to pming the ppl who really matter. My friends. here.