I cannot believe you all...

[NoahsMommy]

I'm sorry people here were mean to you. Things tend to get out of hand here as we all are passionate about our furry families.

If your Ozzy is in a happy, better new home, I think that's great. I don't know the situation as I don't go to the "Dog" section, but I think its selfless to know when you are unable to give an animal the home he/she deserves. THAT is a mature dicision....

[DJFyrewolf36]

I really didn't intend to post here but I'm going to....

This isn't the first time I've seen people up and leave because of "rude" comments. Personally I think people were just posting what they felt given the information they had, nothing more. It is easy to emote on a subject that is near and dear to you and everyone who posts in the Dog section obviously cares a great deal about dogs. I'm not going to say what I think on the original topic because that isnt the topic here. I AM going to say that leaving in a huff is IMO a bad idea, and I think you need to realize that it was passion and caring that made these people post what they did, not some personal dislike towards you specifically.
Expressing deep feelings *While not in the most tactful of ways* is niether inmature nor ignorant. I do agree that sometimes tact was forgotten in this whole discussion, however. You made a choice, yes, and came here looking for support which you DID recieve. I do think that fighting tactlessness with tactlessness is a recipie for a very big and very non productive argument.
I'd give PT another chance if I were you. I did. As a newbie I got really blasted *my fault, I admit* because I made a dumb comment. oops, I moved on. People had some not so nice things to say to me but I took it this way: They wouldn't have bothered if they didn't care. I hit a nerve, whoopsie and I heard about it. Giving an animal up is a big nerve hitter around here especially since a lot of PTers work in shelters and such. You hit a nerve, realize that and move on. Keep gaining the positive things you have from this forum *I know you must have had some positive experences here, look at the outpouring of support from people on just THIS thread* and examine and learn from the negative *gosh I must have said that more or less at least a billion times in the last two days*.
Ok, I'm done now

[K9soul]

Cayter, I can't imagine how hurt you must have been, and I am sure you still are. I tried to be honest as to my own thoughts regarding your situation, but my intention was never to deliberately hurt you. Please take care of yourself.

[lynnestankard]

I was going to hold my peace - but hey why not wade in!

Cayter I went through a very similar thing 4 weeks ago - may I congratulate you with the way you dealt with this very difficult problem.
You showed a maturity way above your years - I appreciate the feelings you're going through now - the heartbreak, the sorrow and yes - the 'mourning'. That's what you should do sweetheart - allow yourself time to 'mourn' Ozzy - I know he's not dead - but your heart is so aware you won't see him again.
It's agonising and you remember all the little 'daft' things you did together - and you'll never forget him, rest assured he lives in your heart.
You did the best thing anyone in your situation could and gave him up to a wonderful home - don't worry he'll learn to live without you and be a happy, loopy dog again.
So you're just going to leave Pet Talk and be unhappy? Don't. Stay with us Cayter - don't let anyone drive you from the board - you'll learn to smile and laugh again very soon.
{{{Hugs}}} across the miles

Lynne

[anna_66]

Originally posted by Cincy'sMom

Regardless of whether we agree with her decision to give up the dog, shouldn't reallybe our place to judge. What I think we should do is admire the fact that she knew she could not give Ozzy the home he deserved, returned him to a responsible breeder, and Ozzy now has a wonderufu new home. The dog is happy and safe, and that is what truly matters.

This is my sentiments exactly Amy. Thanks for putting my thoughts into words

I do hope you don't leave Cayter. I for one have missed you being around and would miss you greatly if you left for good.

[Kfamr]

Originally posted by DJFyrewolf36
I really didn't intend to post here but I'm going to....

VERY VERY well said and well done!

[dukedogsmom]

I second that.

[ChrisH]

I am another who has resisted posting here, until Lynne wrote this, which is very similar to my thoughts on the subject .. (thanks Lynne! )

Originally posted by lynnestankard
... You did the best thing anyone in your situation could and gave him up to a wonderful home - don't worry he'll learn to live without you and be a happy, loopy dog again.
So you're just going to leave Pet Talk and be unhappy? Don't. Stay with us Cayter ...

Hugs
Chris

[DJFyrewolf36]

Thank you Kfamr and DukeDogsMom

[leslie flenner]

How does anyone know she's even reading the thread anymore?

[aly]

Originally posted by leslie flenner
How does anyone know she's even reading the thread anymore?

She may or may not be, but it makes us feel better to wish her well anyway