So here is the real double standard...
I've been told multiple times to not "boss" or "tell people what to write" in your own threads. That sometimes threads will go off topic and that's just how it is... [not naming members or mods because I don't want drama]
But yet I read an original thread, posted my response, and was told I'm off topic. WELL I got a few PMs from people saying they had no idea why I was told I am off topic and they felt my post added value. [once again I won't be naming you but THANK YOU to those who PMed me]
ORIGINAL POST: [for those who enjoyed it]
"Popularity" and "wisdom" prevails in any societal structure. All though many may find it not fair; it makes sense to give "leeway" to recognized members of the forum. "Seniority" has been happening since the dawn of time.
When it comes to adoption/purchasing a dog I would hope more experience members of the forum can help aid the fight in stopping puppy mills, back-yard-breeders, and accident litters. If they don't, it can't be expected that they "support" this cause.
I am not an experienced member; purchased dogs at pet stores & bybs; did a lot of research and learned through my own personal decisions and life experiences. From now on I will only buy Ch. Bred Poms from the top ranked show quality Pom breeders in the USA.
If I was to advice someone on dog purchasing I would tell them to please check out all local shelters first. If you are looking for a pure bred to do your homework and find a reputable breeder. If they are not sure how to do this then I would advice to please research top quality show and/or working dogs; from here you can find ones who are being bred.
If you were to adopt a child a lot of thought and time would go into the decision and I hope one day adopting a dog will be the same way. Pet Stores (and even shelters) give impulse buyers easy accesses. If purchasing a dog can stop being an impulse buy; If we can educate society more; If we can convince to enforce better laws; then maybe in the end we won't have a purchasing problem.
On the other side of things; there are dogs sitting in Pet Stores; and if we all boycott them... where do they go? :o( Poor little puppies... All dogs deserve a home! I say it's not the end of the world to buy from a store but I really hope we don't encourage to do so.
A double standard is saying one thing then being told another and another. A double standarded is provoking or putting harsh obligations on new members or certain breeds.
Hopefully this forum knows better than to judge, segregate, and not follow their own rules.
This thread is for anyone of you who are confused, feel attacked, or feel there truly is a double standard. Post to the original thread, post to the dialogue, either way post whatever you want. This is a forum, its all about opinion.
[please follow forum rules though; if you want to vent don't name names, pin-point, etc. Just generalize and voice your opinion]