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MisStingerRN · #17 06-30-2010, 02:17 AM

bumping this up

Vivid · #18 07-01-2010, 12:31 AM

Thanks for bumping this MissStinger. I missed the last posts.

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Originally Posted by Dragonfly

hen our cat Muffy was sick back when I was a kid
we didn't have much money but we loved her so much we did everything we could. The vet place wouldn't work with us (As most vets don't do that like accept payments around here) and I think if they would just work with people they could save more lives and keep pets with their owners. Those are some sad situations.....any animal in the pound is because of a human not taking responsibility one way or another and like you said a simple spay and neuter could change a HUGE amount of that! I agree, back yard breeding should not be allowed!

Perfectly put, Dragonfly.

Its so sad to hear of vets who wont help to the best of their abilities. They are in the perfect position to change the quality of an animals life and some wont touch an animal if you cant afford to pay for their services.

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Originally Posted by omguthrie

Dogs of any breed should not be bred unless they prove that they will add positive qualities to the gene pool of that breed. The qualities are different for each breed and that should be taken to mind. For example, border collies should not be bred for conformation, they are working dogs and should only be bred for their working ability, not what they look like.

Please spay and neuter your pets. There are too many accidents from well meaning owners that don't realize just how far their intact dogs will go to mate. Doggie panties or male wraps won't stop them, and they can breed through crates and I've seen dogs chew through doors to get to females in heat.

Couldnt agree with you more! Most people in my family dont understand why i dont "go hard" on people breeding working dogs but when two house dogs are put together i get upset. It usually takes me about 3 minutes of explaining to them what you just posted and would have said in less than 1 minute lol.

Behind my building there is a litter of kittens and at least three adult cats running around. They are feral it seems. one charged Tyler and I while we were walking by some bushes ( it probably had some kittens in there). I found out that NYC has a TNR program (Trap, nueter, Release). http://www.nycferalcat.org/services-spayneuter.php. That link has some info.

I will be contacting my housing manager tomorrow to see if we can get some people from the program to come out here.

MisStingerRN · #19 07-01-2010, 12:50 AM

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Originally Posted by Vivid

Thanks for bumping this MissStinger.

No problem. I know many people here don't need the help, but some do and I'd like them to see it if they need it.

MisStingerRN · #20 07-26-2010, 07:03 PM

Bump for those that might need it.

MisStingerRN · #21 07-26-2010, 10:39 PM

Mods...I was thinking this might be a good post to sticky. It would be better than trying to bump it from time to time. It's a good alternative to those that may not spay or neuter due to financial strain, or those that are unaware that there is help out there. Just a thought.

*Chloe* · #22 08-12-2010, 12:57 AM

thread stickied

MisStingerRN · #23 08-12-2010, 01:33 AM

Thank you Chloe.

I just want to say that "my" feelings toward spaying and neutering apply to the average pet owner. I am an average pet owner, and I feel the vast majority of people are as well. This post is in no way a put down to those that choose to responsibly breed their dog's. Having said that, I feel those people are few and far between.

If this thread helps one person in need of a reduced cost spay/neuter program, then we should all feel very good about that.

Daisydoo · #24 08-12-2010, 10:19 AM

Ah good thread stacia

For the people in the uk celia Hammond spays and neuters and a discounted rate, blue cross will pay towards it (approx £50) for those on low income and in receipt of job seekers or income support.

I have very strong views on spaying and neutering and could argue til I'm blue in the face about. I think it's irresponsible not to do it. I believe the only dogs that should be bred should improve a breed, they should be shown and if not recommended and assessed by a judge!!

None of this I breed for health and temperament crap yes that comes into it but if your dogs aren't to standard spay them. Goes for cross breeding too who gave people the right to try and create their own breed it's just a way of making money it disgusts me!! Frankly I don't care if I've offended anyone with this comment there are far too many dogs with health problems due to these and I use the term loosely breeders trying to make some money.

Ooppsie litters aren't acceptable it's bad ownership. Even exhibitors who have both boys and girls ship their boys off to someone else or keep them well confined when their girl goes into heat!!

This let them mate or have a litter once is just rubbish they won't think that when tier puppies or mum die we've seen it so much on here it does my nut in!! Do the right thing.