There are various Sites on this Board, to appeal to various aspects concerning dogs, even one - NON dog related. So technically everyone should be satisfied.

On this Behaviour Site, all aspects of dog behaviour will be discussed - NOT people behaviour!!

Folk with a particualr problem, post for advice, and it is good that a whole variety of ideas and suggestions are delivered back. This gives the Poster the opportunity to consider a vast ocean of advice/ideas, and not a 'blinkered' one!

We would not therefore be dissecting each other's Posts, by ridiculing what we say and how we say it. Providing of course that it is civil, we should learn to understand that we are all relying on the means of comminicating with just this 'written word', and sometimes this can be mis-understood. Our replies should be directed to the Poster only, (not each other) and allow that person to decide or enquire further, without having to read retribution type responses too.

People should not feel afraid to ask a question or even to reply to it. Now if someone should take exception to another's response, they could just leave a message to say that they would like to discuss this further as a DEBATE. Then a separate thread could be started such as 'DEBATE - Ask or Command'? They could make their comment and the person concerned if he/she wishes could respond, along with anyone else as well. Equally, ANY topic of debate could be raised for discussion, i.e. 'DEBATE - Dog Clubs'?

This way an individual enquiry will receive replies without argument. But anyone choosing to enter a 'DEBATE' topic, does so at their own risk! (I say that light-heartedly - honest)! Yes, human nature being what it is, certain subjects may get heated, but if we all tried to be concious of remaining civil, it would help.

It would be interesting to debate subjects related to 'Behaviour' generally, and discuss them, without resulting to insults either.

What do others think?

Denise.

Denise - as far as I can see that looks a good idea :) All too often threads are taken off topic to an extent and the original poster is left sifting through posts to try to pick out what they feel is relevant to their situation.

Sara :)

Exactly Sara! The Poster does not feel initimidated by the rest of us acting like a Pack of Wolves with one lamb chop!!

Regards,
Denise.

Denise,
Yes, I think that could work because it would allow people to debate issues in a less personal way.
Dot

Yes, Dot, at least when entering a thread prefixed by 'DEBATE' we know it will be a 'discussion area' (and may at times get a trifle 'warm'), but nonetheless could prove interesting reading to air and thrash out ideas and thoughts etc.

Regards,
Denise.

Dear Denise

I think it would be a great idea to start this type of topic board. I am relatively new and not very knowledgeable of dogs, but that is the main reason I joined Champdogs. I must say though I have found it slightly off-putting/intimidating to leave questions sometimes as on occassion the answer is rather aggressive. Certainly not what I expected. I have on one occassion been told to find out more about my topic before I place a question!
Regardless there is still a minefield of info out there and I think your suggestion is a great way start finding out.

I now see you have decided to leave. Please don't - it seems a shame to not share your knowledge with those, like myself, that don't know so much.

I am new in posting here as well, and have no in depth knowledge of dogs. I hope Denise does not leave.
However, what I have noticed is that quite a few posters, who seem to have been here some time, add to their posts such implications that they are worried about what others might say.
This tells me that there must be a history of ganging on here and I think its time people like Denise who clearly knows what she is talking about break up these little nasties.

Hi Keithas and welcome to Champdogs. Some of us have been posting on here quite some time, and we NEARLY all do our best to answer peoples queries, the same as others try to help us when we have problems ourselves. Nobody on the board knows everything, how nice it would be if we did, and how much easier life would be. I have had my chosen breed now for 21 years, and still feel I have only scratched the surface. I assume you are refering to expresssions like " in my humble opinion" etc.
Those of us who are now regulars basically know how all the other regulars think and their ideas on things. However, visitors or new menbers do not, and therefore these kind of quotes are used, to let people know that the suggestion is our own personal way of doing things, and that we are NOT saying that it is the correct and only way.
We all try to be there for each other in good times and particularly the bad times, of which there have been many lately. So please do not think it is a "gang" situation, you couldnt be more wrong. We like to think, that help, advice and friendship, is what this forum is all about. The only time we tend to get a bit heated, is when a new member or guest, insists on telling us, that all OUR ideas are totally wrong, and THEIR idea is the only correct one. Horses for courses as we say. I hope you will become a member and enjoy our company. Bye for now. :D

This tells me that there must be a history of ganging on here. I think its time people like Denise who clearly knows what she is talking about [to?] break up these little nasties.

Hi and welcome,
That's a huge assumption and conclusion to make about this board and the individuals who post on it, especially since you admit that you are new. Nothing wrong with it, other than you are making some interesting and colorful comments. :)

Just out of curiosity, how long have you been reading these posts and threads to be able to determine how factual this supposed ganging up + "little nasties"? A week, a month, or is it more? Not trying to beat you up or anything, only trying to figure out impressions and how they are gained.

Personally, I find this a rather polite and friendly board. Name calling is very discouraged and when things get of hand, Admin takes firm control to regulate the situation. If you think this is a 'negative and nasty' site, you should visit boards at Yahoo and other locales :)
regards,
toodles