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I know I'm opening a can of worms......
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on Jul. 2, 2009 at 9:11 PM
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....but this so sickens me. I can't even begin to understand why anyone would have a python, pitt bull etc. when they have children. Now before you start bashing, I do realize that the odds of a python getting out and strangling a baby, or a loving pitt bull (or any other dog) viciously attacking, are slim. I understand that NOT ALL of them are like that, but what bothers me is that you just can not know for sure. And why would anyone even take that chance? Don't our children's lives and safety mean more to us than a pet? If not, shouldn't they?? So sad...
***EDIT*** For those of you giving utterly ridiculous answers.... I am not saying nobody should have pets. I'm not even saying you shouldn't have dogs or snakes! I'm saying, why a dog that's KNOWN for it's vicious behaviour? Why a snake that's capable of squeezing the life out of your child?
And yes I know there are potential dangers around every corner and even in our own homes, but that doesn't mean we add to them. We don't let our kids play with matches just because there's a chance the house could burn down anyway. We don't let our children play with guns just because there's a chance of somebody breaking in and shooting us anyway. We don't invite a child molester to stay the night with us just because there's a chance of them being molested at some point in their lives anyway. Shall I go on? How fricken dumb!
Public school teachers are not responsible for the education of our children. As parents, we delegate that responsibility to them. I choose to have the sole responsibility of the upbringing, wellbeing and education of my child. ~I'm proud to be a homeschooling mama!~
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- by on Jul. 2, 2009 at 9:42 PM
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I believe I said that in my post. I'm saying why take the chance?
Quoting RheaF:
I know plenty of people who have pitts, old pitts who have been through that supposed mean stage and they have never hurt a thing. The kids lay and roll all over them. Personally when we get a house of our own I want a shephard. Not every pitt is going to flip out. I have seen way too many who are the biggest teddy bears I have ever seen to buy into that whole bit. But if you dont feel comfortable around them dont get one, and keep your kids away.
Public school teachers are not responsible for the education of our children. As parents, we delegate that responsibility to them. I choose to have the sole responsibility of the upbringing, wellbeing and education of my child. ~I'm proud to be a homeschooling mama!~
Homeschooling in Southern Oregon? Join us at http://www.cafemom.com/group/sohomeschoolers
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- by on Jul. 2, 2009 at 9:43 PM
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Quoting Trasee:
That was a very mature response
All I did was ask a question.
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- by on Jul. 2, 2009 at 9:44 PM
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Quoting Trasee:
I believe I said that in my post. I'm saying why take the chance?
ANY DOG can flip out, just like any Cat can flip out.
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- by on Jul. 2, 2009 at 9:45 PM
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me too thats nuts!
Quoting nikkiJ86:
I agree with you. I would never have a python(or a regular snake for that matter) around my kids.
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- by on Jul. 2, 2009 at 9:45 PM
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Because I honestly feel it is a nurture thing here, not nature. It al;l in how the dog is treated. That is my view I know you feel different and thats fine. LIKe I said every pitt I have met, and everyone around here has one it seems. are the sweetest dogs in the world. why condmen an entire breed because some people dont know how to treat their animals?
Quoting Trasee:
I believe I said that in my post. I'm saying why take the chance?
Quoting RheaF:
I know plenty of people who have pitts, old pitts who have been through that supposed mean stage and they have never hurt a thing. The kids lay and roll all over them. Personally when we get a house of our own I want a shephard. Not every pitt is going to flip out. I have seen way too many who are the biggest teddy bears I have ever seen to buy into that whole bit. But if you dont feel comfortable around them dont get one, and keep your kids away.
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- by on Jul. 2, 2009 at 9:45 PM
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Well, I guess if your 11 yr old is dumb enough to stick his head in the tank and inhale deeply, then yes, you probably should.
Quoting lilmaiyagirl:
Quoting Trasee:
That was a very mature response
All I did was ask a question.
Public school teachers are not responsible for the education of our children. As parents, we delegate that responsibility to them. I choose to have the sole responsibility of the upbringing, wellbeing and education of my child. ~I'm proud to be a homeschooling mama!~
Homeschooling in Southern Oregon? Join us at http://www.cafemom.com/group/sohomeschoolers
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- by on Jul. 2, 2009 at 9:45 PM
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i agree with you. plus the guy did not have the proper licenses for those animals. i hope the mother and her boyfriend are charged with something.
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- by on Jul. 2, 2009 at 9:47 PM
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Quoting Trasee:
Well, I guess if your 11 yr old is dumb enough to stick his head in the tank and inhale deeply, then yes, you probably should.
Wow, Did you just call my 11yo dumb? My 11yo is wise beyond his years, he would never do that, He has more common sense in his pinky finger than you do your whole damn body.
and as for "Mature responses" Yeah you should look at yourself for that one, that was very immature what you said.
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- by on Jul. 2, 2009 at 9:49 PM
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Better watch out, my full grown python is hungry and looking for blood. His head is an inch long, but I just know he's going to eat my baby.
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