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Help me block it!!

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EW GURU
Latest post on 05 August 2011 - 00:56

Not sure if this allowed on EW, but i will try my best, there is a facebook page for a pet shop in international city they sell puppies at cheap prices that A LOT of people often buy, please help me at least repor this page / group, if you read on the page you will be surprised how many people actually buy puppies, we are all doing a hard job trying to help shelters and rescue dogs, while all this people are ready to pay more then 5 K for a pup!!
Just think how many shelter dogs you can hlp with 5K.!!
Thanks in advance
http://www.facebook.com/?ref=home#!/pages/Pet-Mania-Dubai/193366014030230

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EW EXPERT
Latest post on 09 August 2011 - 06:32
That business makes me sick to my stomach but it's probably no worse than every other pet shop in Dubai. As much as I'd love to have a say on their page, I refuse to have my name associated with a "like" of their vile industry. As others have said, they are probably opertaing within the bounds of the local laws. To be honest, I'm equally as disgusted by the uneducated people who buy from them without a care in the world about the history of the animals they are importing. No (daft) clients means no (vile) business. <em>edited by Green-ish on 09/08/2011</em>
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EW EXPERT
Latest post on 07 August 2011 - 19:22
I can totally sympathize with those who wish to shut these types of operations down, but it would be more productive IMHO to work on getting the authorities to put proper animal protection laws (including import issues) in place AND ENFORCE THEM, including a proper SPCA. You shut one of these ops down, another appears overnight - get laws in place that stop them, fine them, and hopefully jail them in abuse situations. That doesn't take away from the pain and suffering of these poor creatures - but until and unless the authorities are prepared to do something about it - and public pressure can help in that respect - it will continue to run rampant. Well said MC you put it all in a nutshell.Just look at the Cat Colony thread it can be done. <em>edited by Nomad on 07/08/2011</em>
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EW EXPERT
Latest post on 07 August 2011 - 16:56
I can totally sympathize with those who wish to shut these types of operations down, but it would be more productive IMHO to work on getting the authorities to put proper animal protection laws (including import issues) in place AND ENFORCE THEM, including a proper SPCA. You shut one of these ops down, another appears overnight - get laws in place that stop them, fine them, and hopefully jail them in abuse situations. That doesn't take away from the pain and suffering of these poor creatures - but until and unless the authorities are prepared to do something about it - and public pressure can help in that respect - it will continue to run rampant.
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EW NEWBIE
Latest post on 07 August 2011 - 04:06
How different is this shop from any other shop selling dogs in Dubai? They all take orders and deliver in 2-4 weeks! I do appreciate your concern in raising awareness. I also believe its a personal choice. Any other reasons for targeting that specific shop we don't know of?
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EW OLDHAND
Latest post on 05 August 2011 - 13:17
I'm totally with Princess_I and shellly this is what I meant last night, if it's legitimate business you have no right to do what you are up to. You can always educate people and tell them that it's the same love they will have from a puppy or adult dog, they will save on money and training, and they will get more of what they will be paying for adopting a shelter animal, but you can't just try to close down the page!!! It's almost like wanting to close down cigarets shop coz you are anti smoking, you can always educate the people and create the awareness, but you can't do what you are doing. you need to do a case study, get more info about the eastern eu countries that export those puppies, need to have some photos, the conditions that baby animals are subjected to, see if it's legitimate in the other end in the first place...... etc there are so many ways that you can do this. again I admire your kind and loving heart toward animals. take care.
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EW OLDHAND
Latest post on 05 August 2011 - 12:29
For what its worth, I see that your heart is in the right place. We all know and hear so often about the poor abandoned pets in the shelters here and they're longing for a loving family and home. Its heart breaking. But what I'd like to know is: Why are you targeting this particular pet shop? Do you know if this particular pet shop is doing anything illegal? If so, do you have proof? Do you realize that by targeting this pet shop you are putting yourself out there to get into a lot of trouble? Seriously, this is a very risky thing you're doing here. I know you're not forcing people, I know that most of us on here would agree and share your opinion, but I agree with Princess_I - you're well out of order doing this by targeting one particular company when you have no proof they're doing anything wrong/cruel/illegal. Gain awareness, YES! Target a particular company, very risky and, IMO, wrong.
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EW GURU
Latest post on 05 August 2011 - 12:14
As as i said i cant force people to think the same way i do, however there are lots of people that see it in same way, sharing my opinion here seems fare enough, not everybody agrees, i understand that!
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EW EXPERT
Latest post on 05 August 2011 - 11:48
So you want this page blocked because you think that anyone who wants a dog should get a rescue one? wow...... Well, that would be the best thing to do i you want a dog, however people cant be forced, some only help this business increase, by demanding more and more pure breeds. (you think a pure breed from Europe will give you more love?) well that's your opinion and not everyone shares it and it's a tad on the arrogant side to try and force your opinion on everyone else - unless this company is mistreating animals or operating illegally you are being well out of order doing this.
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EW GURU
Latest post on 05 August 2011 - 10:52
So you want this page blocked because you think that anyone who wants a dog should get a rescue one? wow...... Well, that would be the best thing to do i you want a dog, however people cant be forced, some only help this business increase, by demanding more and more pure breeds. (you think a pure breed from Europe will give you more love?)
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EW EXPERT
Latest post on 05 August 2011 - 10:48
So you want this page blocked because you think that anyone who wants a dog should get a rescue one? wow......
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EW GURU
Latest post on 05 August 2011 - 10:36
I think not many people realize how these puppies arrive here,and that in several european countries selling puppies in shops like they do here is forbidden!These puppies come normally from eastern european countries where they get separated from their mum after just 2 weeks,nobodys make sure they are ok b4 they get shipped to the country of destination.Its a russian roulette as they say,cos normally half of them die during the trip or develop severe illnesses(they r only little)...the "lucky ones"that manage to reach to shop are sold at exorbitant prices and most of the time develop themselves a disease(these dogs rapresents only a way of making money and sometimes behind this traffic there are criminals,whether is drugs,prostitution,expensive puppies they ll use any mean to get money).Obviously we cant stop the shop,these people are only selling the puppies and dont know probably wots bhind,its a matter of changing people way of thinking....there are several dogs out there to b adopted,and if people really want a pedigree one at least make sure they know where they come from.Wot have just said its not the rant of an animal lover but the well documented truth. This particular shop is different from any pet shop in Dubai, they are responsible for importing th pups, its run by some arab guys that import them and sell them (they do all the work), they take orders for any breed you ask for ship them here and you have you pup in 2-3 weeks.
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EW NEWBIE
Latest post on 05 August 2011 - 08:10
I think not many people realize how these puppies arrive here,and that in several european countries selling puppies in shops like they do here is forbidden!These puppies come normally from eastern european countries where they get separated from their mum after just 2 weeks,nobodys make sure they are ok b4 they get shipped to the country of destination.Its a russian roulette as they say,cos normally half of them die during the trip or develop severe illnesses(they r only little)...the "lucky ones"that manage to reach to shop are sold at exorbitant prices and most of the time develop themselves a disease(these dogs rapresents only a way of making money and sometimes behind this traffic there are criminals,whether is drugs,prostitution,expensive puppies they ll use any mean to get money).Obviously we cant stop the shop,these people are only selling the puppies and dont know probably wots bhind,its a matter of changing people way of thinking....there are several dogs out there to b adopted,and if people really want a pedigree one at least make sure they know where they come from.Wot have just said its not the rant of an animal lover but the well documented truth.
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EW GURU
Latest post on 05 August 2011 - 02:03
Legal or illegal It makes no difference, the point is there are too many dogs and cats in Dubai and not enough homes for them all. There are thousands of dogs destroyed every year not to mention the suffering of thousands of others. You all know the problem with the animals in Dubai you read about it often enough on this site. I don't believe in making a living off the back of innocent animals. All breeders and pet shops in Dubai should be shut down, considering it is a Muslim country and they don't like dogs ( no parks for them and not allowed on beaches) it's time something was done, it breaks my heart at what goes on in this country with animals. And you all know what I mean. So don't go making a case for the people making a living they can make their living another way. Couldnt agree more with you!!!
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EW GURU
Latest post on 05 August 2011 - 02:02
i can understand your point and I agree that people should be made aware of the huge number of dogs and cats needing new homes in Dubai. Paying huge amounts to bring eeven more animals into dubai is pretty crazy especially when a lot will no doubt end up abandoned as well one day. By all means creat awareness and maybe set up your own fb page but trying to close down a legit business page isn't right. You could try posting on their page (using your own 'rescue dogs' page) to make people interested in owning a pet aware of K9, feline friends, etc. although they might see it as spam, but i think that would be an ok thing to do. Good luck! Thank you, i ofcourse do understand, but im really trying my best, each person from that page i have contacted until now has told me that they are not interested in the usual skinny shelter dogs :( that just made me mad, had just a reply to my email come before i started this thead, made me go crazy, i will not be able to shut it down, and thats ok i just wish people didnt care so much about the looks of dogs!! :(
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EW NEWBIE
Latest post on 05 August 2011 - 01:57
Legal or illegal It makes no difference, the point is there are too many dogs and cats in Dubai and not enough homes for them all. There are thousands of dogs destroyed every year not to mention the suffering of thousands of others. You all know the problem with the animals in Dubai you read about it often enough on this site. I don't believe in making a living off the back of innocent animals. All breeders and pet shops in Dubai should be shut down, considering it is a Muslim country and they don't like dogs ( no parks for them and not allowed on beaches) it's time something was done, it breaks my heart at what goes on in this country with animals. And you all know what I mean. So don't go making a case for the people making a living they can make their living another way.
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EW NEWBIE
Latest post on 05 August 2011 - 01:53
i can understand your point and I agree that people should be made aware of the huge number of dogs and cats needing new homes in Dubai. Paying huge amounts to bring eeven more animals into dubai is pretty crazy especially when a lot will no doubt end up abandoned as well one day. By all means creat awareness and maybe set up your own fb page but trying to close down a legit business page isn't right. You could try posting on their page (using your own 'rescue dogs' page) to make people interested in owning a pet aware of K9, feline friends, etc. although they might see it as spam, but i think that would be an ok thing to do. Good luck!
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EW GURU
Latest post on 05 August 2011 - 01:38
might not be usuefull as it might not help!! Will not stop trying, many people might not see anything wrong in selling animals
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EW NEWBIE
Latest post on 05 August 2011 - 01:36
Deleted my post as I assumed it was illegal trade but doesn't sound like it is
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EW MASTER
Latest post on 05 August 2011 - 01:35
That im really not sure off, im only trying to convince people not to buy! As lots of people dont care if its ligal or not, they want a cute little pure breed, they can get it in 100 ways, no matter where they get it from. But would love to know if its ligal importing them. So you don't know if what they are doing is illegal or not, you just want them to stop making a living doing something you don't approve of...... Nope, just want to promote adopting instead of buying animals! By trying to get their Facebook page closed.....
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EW GURU
Latest post on 05 August 2011 - 01:34
That im really not sure off, im only trying to convince people not to buy! As lots of people dont care if its ligal or not, they want a cute little pure breed, they can get it in 100 ways, no matter where they get it from. But would love to know if its ligal importing them. So you don't know if what they are doing is illegal or not, you just want them to stop making a living doing something you don't approve of...... Nope, just want to promote adopting instead of buying animals!
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EW MASTER
Latest post on 05 August 2011 - 01:29
That im really not sure off, im only trying to convince people not to buy! As lots of people dont care if its ligal or not, they want a cute little pure breed, they can get it in 100 ways, no matter where they get it from. But would love to know if its ligal importing them. So you don't know if what they are doing is illegal or not, you just want them to stop making a living doing something you don't approve of......
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EW OLDHAND
Latest post on 05 August 2011 - 01:27
That im really not sure off, im only trying to convince people not to buy! As lots of people dont care if its ligal or not, they want a cute little pure breed, they can get it in 100 ways, no matter where they get it from. But would love to know if its ligal importing them. then maybe you need to do some research then, like checking with the municipality and the chamber of commerce...... good luck I'm off to bed
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EW GURU
Latest post on 05 August 2011 - 01:24
That im really not sure off, im only trying to convince people not to buy! As lots of people dont care if its ligal or not, they want a cute little pure breed, they can get it in 100 ways, no matter where they get it from. But would love to know if its ligal importing them.
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EW OLDHAND
Latest post on 05 August 2011 - 01:22
but i did read that even if they say their puppies are from EUrope the dogs are actually from Russia, not sure what difference it makes :( is importing illegal? or importing from russia is illegal? or importing from EU is illegal? which is legal and which is illegal?
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EW GURU
Latest post on 05 August 2011 - 01:18
but i did read that even if they say their puppies are from EUrope the dogs are actually from Russia, not sure what difference it makes :(
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EW GURU
Latest post on 05 August 2011 - 01:17
Selling puppies! :( imported from outside! Is that illegal then ? Sorry, I didn't know.... I think they have a license since they have a shop, but its not correct anyways ligal or not there are lots of dogs in UAE being Put down cause nobody wants them, at the same time there are people willing to pay 5000+ for a dog
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EW OLDHAND
Latest post on 05 August 2011 - 01:15
Selling puppies! :( imported from outside! Is that illegal then ? Sorry, I didn't know.... Is it Illegal? :\: I didn't know this? please someone correct me?!
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EW MASTER
Latest post on 05 August 2011 - 01:14
Selling puppies! :( imported from outside! Is that illegal then ? Sorry, I didn't know....
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EW GURU
Latest post on 05 August 2011 - 01:13
Didnt think it be easy, just upsets me how many people are interested, i understand it is their business, as usual a personal opinion mightnot count much, thanks for the advise, i'm working on the page!!
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EW OLDHAND
Latest post on 05 August 2011 - 01:10
I had to like the page to be able to comment on posts and sk people to adopt and give them options of K9 and other shelter dogs, im already working on creating a group to be able to report the page, on the bottom it says repor page, not sure if one person will make a difference but i beleive that if a lot of people report it, facebook will eventually block it!!! to close a page you need 1000 person to make the same report. I'm sorry for this, but I don't see they are doing any wrong, they just there to have a business the mistake is for the people who adopt puppies and not taking the dogs that waits for owners in shelters.... sorry, but maybe you can make a page to educate people about shelters and dogs waiting for owners instead of trying to sabotage someone else's business. All the best.
 
 

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