Does anyone agree that some of these forums are getting out of control?? Reading through some of them is just totally uncalled far. I Know people have opionions about certain things. But, gosh can't some of you keep your opionions to yourself? Someone, somewhere is going to get offended. Honestly, no matter what is said. MDS is a place to share our joy of having our pets that we love so much. So please people. Chill out and be friends!!!!

I don't hate anyone.  We have met tons of cool people here and share in their joys and heartaches with them.  I am glad to be here but feel defensive when someone who doesn't even know me publicly smashes my character. I defended myself and then I was done.  I am not a monster nor do I want to waste my MDS time negativly.  Glad it is over.

 I like everyone on here. 7 dogs, you are a positive member, I appreciate your compassion and your friendship.

 I know you are not a hater or troublemaker...

-Nadia

Well said, Nadia. I agree.

All the personal critisism is getting in the way of what this sight is suppose to be about. The sharing of information of DOG LOVERS! There is no "one" easy answer to the pet population. The millions of unwanted, unloved, abused dogs can not be fixed by a simple solution. Instead of spending all your time arguing your point, go rescue a dog. This issue will only be resolved by saving one pup at a time. NOT by spending that precious time bashing some one else's methods. Luv you all!

Ok...gotta get my two cents worth in here.  I have made friends with many people on here.  Some of them are accused of being "racists" and some are the accusers.  I thought MDS was about sharing our mutual love for dogs...period.  Learning, Sharing, Caring about our beloved pets.  That's what I've chosen to take from MDS.  I have a purebred Cocker Spaniel...oops no papers and not registered.  Spayed?  Yes  I have a  Peke-a-Poo she has papers but who cares?  Does that make her a designer breed or a mutt? Spayed? Yes

Do I really care (and do they) what anyone thinks about them?  NO!!!!  I love them, I care for them, I make sure they are fed, happy and healthy and anyone else's opinion of me or my dogs simply does not matter.  I didn't buy them (oh and yes I bought them .. they aren't rescues) for anyone but myself and my husband. And because they are purchased doesn't mean I think they are any better or any worse than any...ANY...other dog.   They are happy and they are loved and they give so much love in return.

Here's something I think everyone needs to remember (oh and I know I'll get comments on this one).  Pull out your Bibles dust them off and read Genesis.  GOD created all living creatures...it doesn't matter how you breed or what you breed because no one will ever ....EVER ...be able to achieve perfection whether it be man or beast.  ONLY GOD CAN DO THAT!

I have yet to read in the Bible ( and trust me I've looked) where Great Danes, Yorkies, Cockers, Pitbulls, Shar-peis, Poodles, Chows...(you get the point) created by God.  He created the animals and unless someone has a list no one knows what kind of dog was created.  The dogs he created are the only purebreds and all the rest are just Mutts!  Think about it...they all had to come from somewhere...and then some man decided what was acceptable and what was not. 

Now I know some of you are thinking this woman has lost her mind...well if you think everything I am saying is off the wall and crazy...go back and read some of the things that have been posted.  I don't care what anyone thinks of me or my dogs because you don't know me as a person.  There are more important things in life than attacking each other.  And ask yourself this...is any of this going to matter next week, next year or in 100 years.  If you believe it will then maybe..just maybe...you are more shallow than you think you are.  If you don't like someone and don't want to talk to them...then for pete's sake...DON'T.  No one is forcing you to!

If you wish to attack me for believing in God (everybody else seems to be getting attacked for their beliefs) then go ahead.  I promise I won't lose any sleep over it.  I am thankful to ALL of the people I have met on here that have helped me and are continuing to do so.

Get a grip and Get over it...and if you can't...UP YOUR MEDS!!!

Off my soapbox now!

Melinda

we love EVERYONE on mds and we respect ALL opinions! lets keep the love on here alive, as loving our dogs is what its all about. lots of love, shelly and laila!

Anything anybody says about me, does not bother me. You can't chase me off of MDS, like you have done to several others.

I could not have said it any better!!  Melinda THANK YOU!! 

I have to say that I have done my part in the arguing process but only to be understood as a person and not a BYB or a person hurting the breed.  I love my girl and I am sure everyone on here loves there baby as well and I am happt to have made some friends on MDS.  MDS is full of very educational topics if they can stay that way.  Thanks to all for listening

Tammy and Harlee Ann

sableandchi-

I COMPLETELY agree!