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13-02-2008, 09:46 PM
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Over in those countries dogs are dirty and diseased.
Claire, if those folks have a problem with it, too bad. Your dog is your business. Walk him all you want, don't let those (expletives removed) bother you. If they don't like England, they can get the hell out and go back to their 3rd word cesspool.
That is the attitude I have had with foreigners here in America. If you're visiting, visit and have fun. If you're here as an immigrant, you best learn to peacefully co-exist or you can always go back. |
13-02-2008, 10:33 PM
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Its not only Asian people that have a problem with the dog. I asked the question regarding Asians as I wanted to learn if there was anything specific that they might believe. Out of the people I pass in the street, they have the must extreme reaction, in my experiences.
This isn't just about people from different countries and cultures though, its about peoples fears. As fear is such a major part of PTSD its making me think about more general fears, extreme or not, that other people exhibit. |
14-02-2008, 06:19 AM
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Just wanted to know exactly what kind of dog is a "chav?" I looked it up, and came up with Pit bull terrier mix. If it is a pit bull mix....that could also be part of the problem. Just the breed of dog, no matter how friendly, people see a certain breed and freak out. |
14-02-2008, 07:22 AM
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Odd.... I know Asian decents who own dogs here.... little one's though, not big one's. Maybe it is a fear of the larger animals? Will have to ask! |
14-02-2008, 07:59 AM
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Originally Posted by She Cat  Just wanted to know exactly what kind of dog is a "chav?" I looked it up, and came up with Pit bull terrier mix. If it is a pit bull mix....that could also be part of the problem. Just the breed of dog, no matter how friendly, people see a certain breed and freak out. | Sorry She Cat 'chav' is a slang word in England for people who generally hang out on the streets in gangs, wearing a certain style of clothing, smoking, drinking on street corners... tend to be into petty crime, usually teens. Often wearing tracksuit clothing, and burberry caps, polo shirts, tracksuit bottoms (pulled down to show boxers) is the token association!... rather stereotypical I'm afraid, however people are intimidated by the stereotype. A bit like boys in hooded sweaters hanging out and looking intimidating around the streets.
However, yes, the pit bull terrier is the 'chav accessory dog' associated with 'chav's!'... as I said it's rather stereotypical, however that is what you mean and what I mean... people see a certain breed that is stereotyped, and they freak out!
Though I would like to vouch that Claire is not a chav!
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14-02-2008, 08:34 AM
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Thanks Lisa! But yes, I guess I do have a 'chav' dog. He's a staffy though not a pit bull and the reason I got him has nothing to do with he breed at all. He's a smashing dog, a real character and full of fun and energy. Shame people believe in what they hear in the media. He's so obviously not aggressive. If he was I wouldn't have him. I dont want or need a weapon.
There's so much I dont believe in that people let run there lives. One of them is the 'chav' stereotype. Lisa is spot on in her description but I've never had any trouble from kids hanging round whether they're in hoodies or not. Its an item of clothing! Like skin heads in the 80s, punks 70's, mods/rockers etc. etc. Every decade has its public enemy number 1. Its just another vehicle for fear.
Here he is for you to see. Be afraid, be very afraid, he might just lick you! |
14-02-2008, 10:02 AM
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Claire,
He is a sweetie, but it could be his size & breed that scares some people. I for one am not afraid of dogs. I actually take care of many different dogs for people that I know.
He really is a good looking dog!!!!! Thanks for clarifying. |
14-02-2008, 10:10 AM
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What a looker! |
14-02-2008, 10:16 AM
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Lovely dog Claire! Our family is very fond of dogs. |
15-02-2008, 09:11 AM
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