Guest Posted February 24, 2006 Share Posted February 24, 2006 But will it encourage people? I think anyone going into P@H and seeing fox food is going to think "what a cr@p idea - I'm not wasting my money on that...." (Well I would anyway!) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Dogmother Posted February 24, 2006 Share Posted February 24, 2006 I would too. It's probably out of date dog food that they couldn't shift, so re-labelled. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Posted February 24, 2006 Share Posted February 24, 2006 grd said: But if people are gonna choose to feed foxes, they will do it whether P@H sell fox food or not....!!! I don't agree. People are more likely to feed foxes if they can easily buy food. Just the same as anything else, if you make something easier people will do it. There will be some people who think "Oh that's a nice idea. I'll try some of that", but they wouldn't have previously thought of putting out s"Ooops, word censored!"s of food for the foxes. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Posted February 24, 2006 Share Posted February 24, 2006 P.S. I think this thread should be split and renamed. It is a good discussion and important point, but not relevant to the 'gaffe' and some people might miss it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chocchick Posted February 24, 2006 Share Posted February 24, 2006 It's probably out of date dog food that they couldn't shift, so re-labelled. I suppose I buy chocolate from the vending machine, whereas I couldn't be bothered walking to the shop Hence easier to buy=more likely. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Posted February 24, 2006 Share Posted February 24, 2006 grd said:But if people are gonna choose to feed foxes, they will do it whether P@H sell fox food or not....!!! I don't agree. People are more likely to feed foxes if they can easily buy food. Just the same as anything else, if you make something easier people will do it. There will be some people who think "Oh that's a nice idea. I'll try some of that", but they wouldn't have previously thought of putting out s"Ooops, word censored!"s of food for the foxes. Well they *can* easily buy food - a tin of dog or cat food. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
buffie Posted February 24, 2006 Author Share Posted February 24, 2006 Grrrr I am watching this but not getting emails Anyway the point is simply that food for foxes is suggesting you're feeding needy wildlife like hedgehogs or wild birds. it's not the same. If you see the food in a shop it says 'it's a good idea' i don't think it is and again foxes need to be wary of humans. You can get fags if you are under 16 but we shouldn't make it easy BBx Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Posted February 24, 2006 Share Posted February 24, 2006 That's what I have against them Louise, the wholesale, needless slaughter. I know that it's just their nature, but I don't like it. I'm a bit late on this one... but a human criticising a fox for "wholesale, needless slaughter"... that's a bit rich... Phil Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Dogmother Posted February 25, 2006 Share Posted February 25, 2006 Valid point there Phil. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lesley Posted February 25, 2006 Share Posted February 25, 2006 Quite Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mel (& Paul) Posted February 26, 2006 Share Posted February 26, 2006 But if we didnt eat meat the animals wouldnt exist No, sorry, I am not going to get into an argument I need to practice calmness for tomorrow. Everyones entitled to their view and thats whats great about the forum - we can all express those views knowing that others will respect them. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sheilaz Posted February 26, 2006 Share Posted February 26, 2006 Mel...I didn't have the impression that anyone was arguing against meateaters, (and I agree with you) perhaps your mind was on your interview today! I took it that Phil's comment was directed at "man's inhumanity to man". Agree with that too.... ...but I don't think I'll get started on that one here. Re feeding foxes...foxes are lovely creatures...but not near chickens! But, as most here have implied, feeding urban foxes is bad for them and us. But, I can understand how people start.....if a wild animal visits the garden, it is fascinating to watch. A fox by the French windows, incredible, I never saw that as a child but would have loved it! However, the bigger picture means it is ridiculous to encourage them into gardens & towns. Also, nature does sort out the survival of the fittest in the wild. Our interference in feeding a mangy, sick, creature (as I've seen happen) is really not helpful. Keep foxes wild! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mel (& Paul) Posted February 27, 2006 Share Posted February 27, 2006 Oh I did wonder which is why I didnt respond in depth. Obviously not concentrating enough. Sorry I am with you regarding the foxes - they are only doing whats natural but unfortunately they are doing it with our pets and thats why we should encorouge them into the gardens Any way I better go before I cause too much more trouble Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Dogmother Posted February 27, 2006 Share Posted February 27, 2006 I couldn't agree more Sheila, you've put into words what I was struggling to get out (it's Monday ) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chocchick Posted February 27, 2006 Share Posted February 27, 2006 Oh I did wonder which is why I didnt respond in depth. Obviously not concentrating enough. Sorry I am with you regarding the foxes - they are only doing whats natural but unfortunately they are doing it with our pets and thats why we should encorouge them into the gardens Any way I better go before I cause too much more trouble Ahh poor Mel, you're not causing trouble Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ladylucan Posted February 27, 2006 Share Posted February 27, 2006 i cant get to our nearest one, can anyone take a piccy of it ?, Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
buffie Posted February 28, 2006 Author Share Posted February 28, 2006 Haven't heard a peep from P@H as yet, I hope the post might bring a response today BBx Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mel (& Paul) Posted March 1, 2006 Share Posted March 1, 2006 Well Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mel (& Paul) Posted March 1, 2006 Share Posted March 1, 2006 We're taking the woggles for the jabs on Friday so will be going to P@H - I hope they still have the poster - I will see if I can sneak a photo Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
buffie Posted March 1, 2006 Author Share Posted March 1, 2006 Well Not a word, still waiting to hear from them. It's what I expected and should have taken a picture Will let you know when I hear something, I will call them next week if they don't respond and will laugh when I have to say 'fart' to them on the phone. BBx Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mel (& Paul) Posted March 1, 2006 Share Posted March 1, 2006 dont forget the call may be recorded for training purposes Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
buffie Posted March 1, 2006 Author Share Posted March 1, 2006 BBx Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mel (& Paul) Posted March 1, 2006 Share Posted March 1, 2006 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Posted March 7, 2006 Share Posted March 7, 2006 I have news... P@H have just called and 1. The photo was supplied by the blue cross and was usually so small you couldn't see the writing. It was countrywide outside all stores since last July She said it had given them all a laugh although not at first Even better news. She has spoken to their wildlife buyer and they are repackaging the fox food as badger food, should change April/May. All done! BBx Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
buffie Posted March 7, 2006 Author Share Posted March 7, 2006 Me!!!!(above) BBx Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
