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  1. Wait, so am I right in thinking that you willing let him roam off lead outside your house? Where were you when he was trotting up to neighbours and people were crossing the road to avoid him? I'm sorry but I have to agree. I'm pretty sure that benefits aren't provided to pay to get your dog out of the pound because you (willingly it seems if above post is anything to go by) let it roam. I've no doubt that this has all been said previously, but it's also understandable that people feel the need to make their opinion known when its brought up again in a new post and you feel the need to comment on it telling us about your new puppy! As per Chazndave said above, you should appreciate that not everyone is going to agree with you and your actions.
  2. I must admit I thought this. Why should they be forced to accept other people's Gods just to fit in, especially those of invaders? Surely we all have the right to believe what we want to believe, I don't think it makes us intolerant of other's beliefs or religions, just that we treasure our own. As someone said, they don't seek converts so I don't understand the issue. For example, despite being brought up Catholic, I don't believe in any God from any religion. I wouldn't bow or pray to any of them. Doesn't mean I don't acknowledge that other people believe, and I'm happy for them if it works for them. That said, it comes back to a point I made that this relates to something that was relevant in ancient times - how can that possibly be an influence today? I'm truly baffled Thanks for your input though, I never knew any of this!
  3. Thanks for all your input so far. I think I'm starting to see the reasons put forward, although I still can't understand, condone or fathom them.. To summarise, it seems that hatred of the Jews is based on: - History and events that happened thousands of years ago...the killing of Christ? Come on. -The fact that they have demonstrated intelligence, initiative and acumen in order to become successful, often in the face of adversity, causing widespread jealousy. Good on them!! If they value education and ambition as part of their culture, then they reap the rewards. If you want the same, work harder! - They are different in their behaviours and appearance. So? Are they hurting anyone else? - They're insular and don't integrate. Not entirely true, but even if it was, that's normal. When I go travelling to a foreign country alone for work, I feel comfort and safer when I hear an English accent! It's instinct. I know this is a very short, simple generalization of what I imagine to be a very complicated issue but either way, from my point of view, I still can't see any concrete, justifiable explanation for what seems to be a very out-dated, unfounded prejudice.
  4. In what way? Is that really it? I understand that different groups of people at one time or another experience discrimination that doesn't make sense. What I don't understand is why the dislike/discrimination of Jews particularly is so ingrained and widespread in so many different countries over the centuries, more so than other groups, meaning they even have a name for it??
  5. Thanks for the answers so far but I still don't understand - what behaviours do Jews undertake that makes people so angry?? What's the special treatment? I can honestly say that I've never experienced or heard of any problems with Jewish people - in fact, I couldn't tell you if I've ever seen or met one because I couldn't tell the difference!
  6. The Holocaust has always fascinated and horrified me at the same time, and since the 70th anniversary of the liberation of Auschwitz recently, I started to look more into the roots of anti-Semitism and where it originated from. Now try as I might, I am still unable to fully understand or get a satisfactory answer as to why anti-Semitism is one of the most widely practised and accepted forms of discrimination throughout the centuries. In short, why do people hate the Jews so much and why have they been a constant target of poor treatment in many different countries at one time or another? You could argue that discrimination by definition is an unfounded and baseless act, but I am truly baffled by this. The other thing they ever seem to have done wrong is be successful?? Can anybody help me to understand it better?
  7. I'm sorry about what happened to her, my dad also beat my mum up throughout my whole childhood, put her in hospital on a few occasions. However, I don't see how that would stop you from working. My mum still worked. But trying to keep on track, my comments were in response to the OP's specific situation. I'm aware that there will always be numerous mitigating circumstances, but my response was in relation to not working and being on benefits just because you have kids, and then expecting society to do you a favour by giving you a job when you have no experience.
  8. Hi there, Did you ever show this to Mrs O'Hara? Glad to hear she is well and would be lovely to hear from her!
  9. I understand that. However, as you will see written in the original post, the OP mentions being on benefits on this occasion. Hence my reply.
  10. I'm probably going to get a massive backlash from all those that believe that having kids is a God-given right but...why does popping out 3 kids justify not being in work and living off benefits for 13 years? If you can't pay to bring up your children yourself then why should we, as society, pay for you to have kids and be out of employment for 13 years and then be expected to give you a job at the end of it all? As an anecdote, my mum had 3 kids under 6 by the age of 21. She worked 3 jobs to support us, as well as running a household and supporting my unemployed dad who drank too much (for the record my dad rarely looked after us, we were looked after by my grandma and friends when we weren't at school). She's been employed all her life, has masses of experience, and has successfully brought up 3 decent, hard-working girls. She has demonstrated commitment, enthusiasm and motivation all her life - often in the face of adversity. Many parents, single parents too, manage to work and bring up their kids at the same time. Hard work, but that’s what you sign up for when you decide to have children. Hence why I don’t have any. So my apologies for the negative post, it's just my opinion after all, but I don't believe employers are mis-judging you. I believe that's what they see. As a constructive comment, if you want to try and turn the situation around then do what others are suggesting….show some initiative and enthusiasm by getting some experience by volunteering, putting something back into the community.
  11. I got a Murphy Richards Soup maker for Xmas and its the best thing I've ever been given. It cooks, chops and blends in one process, taking out the inconvenience of the different stages of the process. You literally just put all the ingredients in the pot together at once and turn it on. Its also on a timer so stops when ready. And there's only one pot to clean at the end. Simple.
  12. Of which he's guilty of all three in my opinion? Is it not irresponsible to leave your bitch outside whilst she's in season? Is it not neglectful to not feed a dog what it needs to keep a healthy weight? Is it not abuse to leave it outside in the freezing cold with no shelter? For all those trying to be diplomatic and sticking up for this guy, ask yourself this: would you let this guy look after your dog whilst you went on holiday? Would you rehome your dog to him should you ever be faced with that decision? I'd bet my life that everyone's answer would be no.
  13. I'm sorry but I can't actually believe people are wishing him hope on getting his dog back. I'm gobsmacked.
  14. So who decides then? The RSPCA? Don't make me laugh. Leaving a skinny, short-haired dog tied to a chain, with no shelter to keep warm, at the risk of getting pregnant, IS abuse in my opinion, and many other people's I'm sure. Why the hell get a dog to leave it tied up outside? I've got a lot of experience working in rescue so it surprises me that any rescue would recommend that? But anyway... Are you saying people should turn a blind eye because its "none of their business"? That's how abuse, any type of abuse, is allowed to carry on. Because people turn a blind eye. Maybe you are familiar with the following quote from Edmund Burke: "'The only thing necessary for the triumph of evil is for good men to do nothing" Now I'm not saying the OP is evil, but you get the theory behind it. I understand that it may not be the best decision to let the dog free, ideally you would take it home, but then that's theft. Either way, I couldn't see a dog suffer day in day out. From experience, I have very little faith in the RSPCA, so I'd have to do something. And in the case, it seems its worked out for the dog as someone seems to be taking notice of its welfare.
  15. I've read all comments in this thread and to be honest, despite you coming across as caring for the dog, I don't like the sound of how you're treating her.... If you have a crate for her, why don't you keep her inside where she's warm rather than keeping her on a chain outside in the cold? If its only for 3 hours then needing the toilet shouldn't be an issue - I take it she's house-trained? If she's skinny due to her breed (which I don't quite believe BTW) then why the hell are you keeping that breed of dog outside? Do you put her a coat on? Does she have shelter? I have to be honest, if I saw a skinny dog chained up outside every day in the cold without a coat or any shelter then I think I'd let her off. Let's hope she gets a proper home through this...
  16. I would also be interested. I speak fluent Spanish and understand some Catalan having lived in Barcelona for 4 years. I could do with keeping my Spanish up to scratch, and my mum lives in Hillsborough, so if you would like to meet for a chat on a weekly basis or something, PM me. I could tie it in with a visit to my madre too
  17. Hi there, I'm looking for a venue to hold a charity event for up to 200 people. Ideally, it will have a space to set up a live music stage, and be located as centrally as possible. It will be midweek and we are looking for a venue with no hire charge, but must have a bar. We are looking towards the end of March. Many thanks!
  18. That's shocking - but not surprising. People will defend the RSPCA by saying "Its a charity too and only has limited resources". Yes, but it also happens to be one of the largest, richest and most well-known animal charities (I use that term loosely) in the UK, with more money and resources than all the small local rescues put together. Not only this, but it is supported by Government and law enforcement, who refuse to work with any other animal charity. So given that they have been blessed with these privileges, they have a MORAL responsibility to do what the public give them money to do. We have been involved in a few cases where we have offered rescue spaces to dogs suffering neglect if the police would help us to get the dogs out, as the RSPCA didn't want to know. We told them we had somewhere for them to go and all vet bills would be covered if only they would help us get them out lawfully. The police refused saying they would only act on the authority of the RSPCA - yet the RSPCA said they are "only a charity" and do not have a legal responsibility to get involved. So the little people in the middle, who are the ones trying to stop these animals from suffering anymore, are just being passed from pillar to post whilst the authorities and RSPCA fight over who holds responsibility. I hold so much contempt for them and the authorities - I have to turn the TV over when I see their TV advert, to think of how many good-hearted people will be taken in by their lies and marketing machine
  19. Love2print, I run a dog rescue along with 2 other members and my main responsibility is fundraising. I personally need all the help I can get so if you are interested, please PM me. We take dogs from the pound that are due to be euthanized and we operate around Yorkshire.
  20. Why anybody would want to give money or donate to the RSPCA is beyond me. Having had numerous bad experiences with the RSPCA in rescue work, the numerous scandals and reports, the general feeling that its just a business run so it can pay ridiculous amounts to people at the top, and the fact that they euthanize many, many healthy animals each year - usually staffies - my advice would be to help out a local charity that actually wants to help the animals and hasn't lost sight of the reason they exist in the first place, as they're the ones that need all the help they can get and pick up after the RSPCA when they shirk all responsibility. So the fact that they (or the public) are paying people like this manager to sit around all day and do **** all doesn't surprise me - that's the RSPCA's working ethic through and through.
  21. Helping Yorkshire Poundies is also in desperate need of quilts and bedding. They are located at Brinsworth Boarding Kennels, S60 5RW, the same as Rotherham Dog Rescue, but in a different block and can be dropped off at any time. Many thanks,
  22. Hi there I live in Heeley which isn't far from Woodseats. I don't drive but if you can get over to me a few nights a week or whatever, it wpuld be great to have a walking buddy so I don't have to walk alone at night!
  23. I have two small dogs, a pug and a yorkie, and I live alone. Personally, I find dog ownership and living alone extremely difficult. When I got both my dogs, I was either living with family or friends and didn't realise the full impact it would have on my life once I lived alone. Its makes it worse that I also work full time and its a very lonely existence because once I finish work, I have to go straight home to my dogs and can't really socialise. I always wish I had someone to walk with me too, especially when its dark nights. At weekends, I tend to do activities that are geared around my dogs, and even something as simple as going to the cinema takes planning. It got that bad that I have since moved next door to my sister, and just down the road from my dad, so I have slightly more flexibility as my sister helps me a lot with them. That said, I feel I can't rely on them too much as they are in fact my dogs and my responsibility. Even with my sister next door, and previously having a dog walker, it still takes over your life if you have no-one to share the responsibility with. My advice would be, if you live alone and have to work for the foreseeable future, don't do it, as it will take over your life. Not only that, but the feelings of guilt are worse when you have to leave them. However, if you don't have to work (and won't have to for the rest of the dogs life), or you are prepared to sacrifice your social life to experience the benefits of a dog in your life, then do it. I wouldn't give my dogs away for anything, but if I had my chance again, I'd definitely wait until I'm older and more settled.
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