Comments on: Do We Always Have To Judge?

By: Roundup: Judging Dogs and Their Owners - Puppy Leaks

Roundup: Judging Dogs and Their Owners - Puppy Leaks — Thu, 27 Nov 2014 21:23:02 +0000

[…] Do We Always Have to Judge?. This article from Pam at Something Wagging is great example of how judging is not the same as caring. She tells the story about a dog with a heart defect and how his owner has chosen to go ahead with the $32,000 corrective surgery. […]

By: Jen Gabbard

Jen Gabbard — Sun, 02 Nov 2014 02:27:32 +0000

I wish him the best of luck with his dog – it’s obvious that he is willing to go to great lengths to save his canine friend and who are we to judge? You’re absolutely right about that. And when it comes to really making change happen in the animal world I often thing about a local rescue that does things a bit differently. They’re called C.H.A.I.N.E.D. Inc and they don’t just rescue dogs and place them into homes (although they do when an owner surrenders one) they help owners out by providing food and shelter for their dogs. They build fences and dog houses and other practical measures that help improve the life of a dog and at the same time educating the owner about proper care and helping them out when they need it. They don’t judge the people they help – they offer help and simply provide it if the owners agree. In a way I think big changes can start on a small scale – the more that rescue educates owners about proper dog ownership the more likely they are to pass on that information on. We don’t live in a world where everyone has unlimited resources – yet everyone has the potential to reach out and make a difference in such a simple way.

By: Jen

Jen — Thu, 30 Oct 2014 03:18:25 +0000

I can be very very judgmental. Sometimes I can even keep my mouth shut about it, and just think the thoughts quietly!

$32,000 for a dog’s surgery? If I had it, I’d spend it. But that’s more than what I’ve got left on my mortgage. And using surgeons from other countries? That’s well beyond my means (social and professional connections, etc.)

Here’s the kicker: I’d spend it if it seemed like a “guarantee”. Not $32k for a couple of months, but if it ensured (provided the surgery went well) a further long and fulfilling life. It’s like how I”m not sure I could put a dog through cancer treatments…that’s a lot of potential pain and illness they will in no way understand, with the doubt of whether the treatment will be successful.

By: Mike Webster

Mike Webster — Wed, 29 Oct 2014 11:35:35 +0000

From the Husband:
I judge this to be an excellent post.

By: Lauranne

Lauranne — Wed, 29 Oct 2014 09:55:51 +0000

After such an insightful post I feel I should offer something insightful back… *tumbleweed*… I think you are right though. We are brought up to judge people, and spend our entire lives doing it. I am going to try to judge less and care more!

By: Callie, Shadow, and Ducky's Mom

Callie, Shadow, and Ducky's Mom — Wed, 29 Oct 2014 04:55:58 +0000

Blueberry’s Human said exactly what I was thinking, almost verbatim. I think it’s wonderful that the man is able to find the means with which to get the surgery for his dog; and I sincerely hope that surgery is successful!!

By: Leah

Leah — Wed, 29 Oct 2014 02:20:59 +0000

Thank you for the reminder. It does feel good to have compassion rather than condemnation, and taking action for compassion is even better!

Oh, and love your random cute picture :->

By: Groovy Goldendoodles

Groovy Goldendoodles — Tue, 28 Oct 2014 19:11:18 +0000

I can only speak for myself – When Leo was gravely ill, I never thought about the cost. I just wanted him well.

By: Emma

Emma — Tue, 28 Oct 2014 17:42:30 +0000

I think it’s human nature to be in everyone’s business, and by doing that, judging/opinions get involved. Everyone has a right to their opinion, but they don’t always have to voice it. Opinions are often ending up as judging. Everyone one is different and will do different things. No everyone will agree, but that doesn’t mean things are right or wrong. If we all had the best of the best and anything we wanted, what kind of world would it be?

By: Blueberry's human

Blueberry's human — Tue, 28 Oct 2014 15:04:55 +0000

It’s God’s job to judge – not mine. Judging others says more about us than it does about the person we are judging. Does that mean I never put on my judge-y pants? Sadly, no. But I do have to stop myself when I find myself going down that path. If someone wants to spend a lot of money to help their dog, what has that to do with me? I don’t imagine I would go to those extremes, but that doesn’t make me better or worse than the person that spends a lot or even a little.