Quote Originally Posted by enchantress62 View Post
No, I believe he or she is quoting me. Wilomn, I'm not sure where the anger is coming from but you are right about one thing. I am new to this hobby and maybe you know something I don't but I know a thing or two about the press, and how it works, having been an activist for the homeless for nine years. We used the news in various ways to effect change.

That said, I believe that I am entitled to my opinion just like you are. You have every right to disagree with me but publicly flogging me for expressing my thoughts is not only rude but uncalled for.

Also, If I'm not mistaken, the OP shared an experience they had with a pet store who wasn't taking care of the animal's we all love and because he/she was concerned took action.

Instead of attacking, maybe you could tell us what you would do if you had witnessed what they had.
Before I took any action, I'd get facts. Not opinions, no matter how well intentioned.

Bringing attention to the plight of the homeless can be important work.

Bringing a fox crew to a pet store who we have heard two differing opinions on just doesn't sound like a good idea to me. What we don't need is more public attention to issues we as keepers are not even sure exist.

First verify that what has been said is fact. Then make a plan. Don't go calling peta and hsus or anyone else all willynilly trying to make noise to bust this one guy.

Best thing to do is NOT spend money there. Secondary to that, encourage your friends to take a pass on the place too. Maybe check your local Herp. Society if you have one and see if they have heard anything about the place. Herpers like to talk and most of them know all the stores in their area.

Or, if you just like media attention, go, whore yourself out. You might get a second or two on camera yourself. The media is NEVER our friend in these situations. Which is not to say it needs to be or should be covered up, just that there are other methods of approach that won't get crap all over everyone involved.