summersun Posted May 27, 2008 Author Report Share Posted May 27, 2008 Hi, sherlock bones - i've not finished the opening post yet it is not a "genetic fault" of the breed. helly - i opened a debate on genetics, i'm not forcing you to debate here jacobean - again, no not a genetic fault estweyn - you are definately along the right lines, hopefully it'll become clearer why after i've actually finished the opening statement (ETA: blimey i havent finished the opening statement yet - just responding to more replies) redrotties - yep, it can be perceived as "without warning" but as you'll see its not entirely true ;) snow - i am sorry, i dont understand your post at all? what are you getting at ?? as far as i am aware when you initiate a discussion you provide an opening statement (which i might finish if i dont keep having to stop) and boundaries. if someone wants to have a debate on personal experiences of RR's then surely they are free to open up that debate - can you explain what i seem to have done wrong ? RA - having not investigated "bull breeds" as a group i would not like to comment on whether this is or isnt true. Claire x Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ReikiAnge Posted May 27, 2008 Report Share Posted May 27, 2008 Why did you post the thread before you'd finished typing your "opening statement"? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
summersun Posted May 27, 2008 Author Report Share Posted May 27, 2008 (edited) snow - are you suggesting that the refuge are not prepared to allow such a debate ? sorry - i just cannot work out where you are coming from. helly - i am not sure why you think i have a "holier than tho" attitude but it is simply not the case. in general - i'm very offended by your response in particular helly. i am not ignorant, far from it and frankly how you have the cheek to judge me like this and get away with it is quite eye opening about members of this forum. RA - why ? because i am not always at my computer, i dont spend my life tied to it and if i dont save stuff - i sometimes lose it. it seems rather stupidly i assumed that as i'd stopped 1/2 way through a section it would be obvious !! obviously not lol !!! in general - as a "newbie" you lot come across quite rude. Edited May 27, 2008 by summersun Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ingrid Posted May 27, 2008 Report Share Posted May 27, 2008 Let's not forget the obvious, ridgies are hounds and hounds are not famous for their communication skills with humans, they do seem a bit ignorant when you compare them to something like a GSD. I have interacted with a fair few ridgies and can't honestly say I have found any of them prone to aggression, like most dogs early socialisation and upbringing has a lot to do with their character Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jacqui d Posted May 27, 2008 Report Share Posted May 27, 2008 Please do finish youre opening statement (something most do before they hit the button to post) as id be interested to hear how you alone can condemn an entire breed of dog on the basis of the behaviour of one whom you have never meet in general - as a "newbie" you lot come across quite rude "us lot" are rather offended by your rudeness, more so as you are a newbie Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Helly Posted May 27, 2008 Report Share Posted May 27, 2008 you carry on pontificating then and we will all wait with baited breath for your opening statement. perhaps you could save us a little angst by adding your arguments, backed up with proof from recognised sources and a closeing statement all in one post, lest we should interupt you again Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jacobean Posted May 27, 2008 Report Share Posted May 27, 2008 (edited) No-one is forcing you to stop your opening statement. Please type up the whole piece and post it please then maybe we'll know what you're talking about and can debate the issue with you. I have a feeling you're on a hiding to nothing but pray continue. Edited May 27, 2008 by Jacobean Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nouggatti Posted May 27, 2008 Report Share Posted May 27, 2008 No-one is forcing you to stop your opening statement. Please type up the whole piece and post it please then maybe we'll know what you're talking about and can debate the issue with you. I have a feeling you're on a hiding to nothing but pray continue. Wot she said Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pingu Posted May 27, 2008 Report Share Posted May 27, 2008 *looks arround* goes off to give tummy tickles to his ferocious and dangerous rottweilers sorry but to condem a whole breed on the basis you are using is iincreadibly simplistic psychology (both canine and human) hasnt used genetics as a panacea for attributing behavioural attributes for a very long time. Its a factor but envoronment plays a huge part in determining any behavioural characteristics. you just have to look at the differences in both physical and psychological make up of a litter of puppies as they grow up to realise that genetic make up is simply one part of how that dog will turn out. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chasta Posted May 27, 2008 Report Share Posted May 27, 2008 As a Ridgeback owner One wonders if you have shared breathing space with one of these magnificent dogs??? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jacobean Posted May 27, 2008 Report Share Posted May 27, 2008 I think I know why you've started this thread having read the other in training and behaviour. You obviously don't know RR's and their behaviour yourself. They are very strong dogs and need appropriate handling and care to flourish and mature correctly. They are fantastic. Not known for aggression any more than other breeds. I have Hungarian Vizslak and they take some handling as well. Different breed again as Viz are very sensitive as well. There are so many factors that go into making an dog aggressive. I wouldn't mind but the dog that started this I don't believe is actually aggressive! RR's play rough and are strong. That doesn't mean they are aggressive. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cheryl33 Posted May 27, 2008 Report Share Posted May 27, 2008 Ridgebacks an aggressive breed?? that's possibly the most ridiculous thing i have ever heard. I suspect JemimaP will have a few words to say about this when she sees this thread Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kathyw Posted May 27, 2008 Report Share Posted May 27, 2008 I not agreeing or disagreeing with anyone on here but I too cannot understand snows post or why there are so many mods on here. This person is a newbie and will make mistakes - I still make them. This thread reminds me of another forum. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ReikiAnge Posted May 27, 2008 Report Share Posted May 27, 2008 I not agreeing or disagreeing with anyone on here but I too cannot understand snows post or why there are so many mods on here.This person is a newbie and will make mistakes - I still make them. This thread reminds me of another forum. The reason I am on here Kathy is because as an individual and a supporter of Deed Not Breed, I get sick of whole breeds being labelled as aggressive - it's views like that that led to the "amnesty" of dogs in Liverpool This thread was started because of comments made on another thread where the OP was giving what I and others consider inappropriate advice to a new adopter of a rescue dog. Just to clarify also, admin "mods" this forum (ie contro), meaning us hosts are able to participate on here and give our opinions, which is exactly what we have been doing Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jacqui d Posted May 27, 2008 Report Share Posted May 27, 2008 Im "here" as an individual who detests breeds being bashed, more so as both my dogs are breeds that some choose to write off as aggressive because of hearsay and hype. Some "newbies" arent always as new as they seem and often post just to cause controversy and upset people Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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