I think I found my dog....

[Tonya]

Originally posted by Kfamr
I know you and maybe others will just say i'm being negative or trying to start something (when honestly I am not.) but, if you can't handle a Pom, you certainly can't handle a Pittie.

That's enough right there. I never asked for your opinion. A pom and a pittie are two entirely different realms.

*edit* I said something that was uncalled for, figured I should "grow up" and remove it.

[Tonya]

Yes, I said it earlier....I'm introducing everyone to Uma tomorrow at 4. BTW, I just talked to Mike about it. He's willing to meet her. We're both really scared because of the heartbreak we just experienced, so we want to be 110% sure.

[Kfamr]

Originally posted by Tonya
That's enough right there. I never asked for your opinion. A pom and a pittie are two entirely different realms.

Everything seems so simple to you because you are just a naive kid.

Everything certainly does not seem simple to me. I never asked for your opinion either, but who cares? this is an online message board where people post and genrally people give their opinions on the subject/about the subject.

Poms and Pitties ARE two entirely different things. That's why I said that.

[Tonya]

Personally, I'd be happy if we avoided eachother all together. I'd already made the decision to quit visiting your threads and I was hoping you'd do the same. I'd rather live my life as if you didn't exist. Thanks.

[Kfamr]

Originally posted by Tonya
Yes, I said it earlier....I'm introducing everyone to Uma tomorrow at 4. BTW, I just talked to Mike about it. He's willing to meet her. We're both really scared because of the heartbreak we just experienced, so we want to be 110% sure.

That's great. I'd be a little scared though since it's possible she could have something since she's probably never been to the Vet.

I hope Uma, and all of the other dogs get someting they deserve.

[Kfamr]

Originally posted by Tonya
Personally, I'd be happy if we avoided eachother all together. I'd already made the decision to quit visiting your threads and I was hoping you'd do the same. I'd rather live my life as if you didn't exist. Thanks.

That's a VERY positive thing, right?

Sorry, But this is Pet Talk, and I come to talk about Pets, animals and the such. If the threads about Dogs, especially Pitties, I'm bound to be in it.

[Tonya]

Ok, bye!

[Kfamr]

To the subject again -- would you like the contact information for the SPCA?

[Kfamr]

Originally posted by Tonya
Ok, bye!

Bye.

[Tonya]

Oh, that's right. You get confused easy. I have to explain things. I do not want anything to do with you. Go away. You opinions and advice mean nothing to me, so don't bother. Thanks. No thank you, I have the SPCA's number. I've dealt with them before.

[Kfamr]

Originally posted by Tonya
Oh, that's right. You get confused easy. I have to explain things. I do not want anything to do with you. Go away. You opinions and advice mean nothing to me, so don't bother. Thanks. No thank you, I have the SPCA's number. I've dealt with them before.

I'm not going to 'Go Away', as I have just as much right to be in this thread as you do. Please, I can tell you want to argue but I don't. You're welcome. Although my opinions and advice mean nothing to you, it's never going to stop me from giving it.

Yes, someone all of the sudden saying "Bye" is rather confusing, especially when someone was trying to help them out.

[clara4457]

Volunteering in an animal control facility has taught me a few hard truths. While I don't mean to imply that all animal control facilities are the same from state to state or city to city, I can shed some light on the inner workings of animal control facilities.

First of all animal control facilities are funded by city funds - all of which are used for funding the AC officers, basic (and I mean basic) care needs of the animals (food, water, minimal vet care, cleaning cages, etc.), and administrative costs. When city budgets get tight, it is one of the first areas that feel the crunch. Any thing such as leashes, toys, collars, walking the dogs, websites and animal training are done with donations and through volunteer participation. The workers at animal control try to do everything they can to help the dogs and cats in their care, but many times their hands are tied with governmental policy and red tape. These facilities are much different from the SPCA or the Humane Society.

Secondly - any dog that is part of a legal proceeding has to be held until the outcome is determined. Volunteers are not allowed access to these dogs - so a dog could remain in a kennel for months with no social interaction. At one time we had dogs that were part of a drug bust and were kept in isolation for over six months.

Once any legal procedures are over, it is up to the director whether or not the dog is deemed adoptable. We are fortunate to have an animal behaviorist that donates her time and skill to evaluate the temperment of the dogs. Animal control does not always call rescue organizations, and when they do it can only be certain ones that they have a working relationship with.

It is a sad but true fact that pit bulls and pit bull mixes are extremely hard to adopt out. You have to have a higher adoption screening process, because the risk of having them end up in inappropriate homes is great. Most homeowners insurance either does not allow pit bulls or pit mixes or charges a much larger premium, so homeowners given a choice between a pit mix or a collie mix will almost always choose the later. Because they are so difficult to place, only ones that have the best temperment are put up for adoption.

I know this will probably anger a great many people - but calling animal control does not guarantee that a dog will be available to adopt from them, especially when they are pit and pit mixes.

Tonya - I am not sure if I agree with your decision to purchase the dog from this obviously shady character, but only you can make that decision based on you and your family's needs. A totally unsocialized dog no matter what the breed has the potential of being a time bomb.

[micki76]

GOD!! Stop it!

KayAnn, Tonya has asked you nicely to leave her alone. At least be mature enough to do as she requested.

She's a grown woman and I feel pretty confident that she can handle the situation.

I swear, you are such an enormous killjoy. I think you would argue with a brick wall!

Good luck Tonya. I hope it all works out for your family and Uma.

[Kfamr]

I knew someone was going to pop in here and blame it all on me, like always.


I'm sorry I care for dogs, I'm sorry that I was trying to help.

Maybe she could grow a bit more and try to start over like I have.

[micki76]

Originally posted by Kfamr
I knew someone was going to pop in here and blame it all on me, like always.


I'm sorry I care for dogs, I'm sorry that I was trying to help.

Maybe she could grow a bit more and try to start over like I have.

Someone always blames you, huh? Hmmmm... wonder why?

I don't think she wants to 'start over'. Just a guess, but I think judging from her earlier post that she just wants you to leave her alone.