[Barefoot]

Originally Posted by CFrance

Food grade color or die:
Blue 2: linked to brain tumors in mice
Green 3: linked to bladder cancer back in 1981
Yellow 3: known to cause some mild allergic reactions – especially in people who are sensitive to aspirin
Yellow 6: associated with cancer of the adrenal glands and kidneys as well as possible allergic reactions
Red 3: was considered for banning in 1983 because of a possible link to thyroid tumors

A ridiculous thing to do to a pet.

I agree, what a ridiculous thing to do to a helpless pet.

[CFrance]

Originally Posted by asianthree

I know they took away my red m&m so I stopped eating them until they brought the red ones back...still waiting for them to kill me, but so far the red dye has not sent me for a dirt nap...but I am not afraid even if they do I have my red M&M's

I'm sure you don't take a thousand red m&m's and apply them directly to your skin. Or eat 200 of them at one time.

I'm done. You have your opinion; I have mine. We will not change each other's minds.

[thelegges]

OP asked what people knew. I am embarrassed when we shoot the messenger. Not my dog, but if it makes some one happy who am I to say its right or wrong. And my breast cancer golf shirt for the three day walk 60 miles for the cure is bright pink, guess it should be pastel. Hope no one asks me to take it off while I am walking next month, in honor of my wife who is 20 year clean, and friend's who have passed. And if your pink dog wants to walk with me I would be proud to have him or her join in

[Steph]

When I got my white poodle/bichon mix at the pound, HE was died pink. Saddest thing you ever saw. I vowed I'd never dye him or dress him in clothes. So far I've kept my promise. Took 2 groomings to get all the pink out. I don't think it harmed him but it looked pretty silly.

[Bonanza]

The bottom line is the dog didn't ask to be dyed pink. That was the decision of an owner who thought it was cute and had to make a statement around the square. It isn't cute, it isn't smart, it isn't even fair. And yes -- I have seen dogs who appear to be embarrassed, by some of these things that their owners do.

That owner is exhibiting the same mentality as the ones who think it's okay to walk their dog around the square when a very crowded special event is taking place.

[Phanatic Luvr]

Obviously the same one. A friend of mine had this photo posted to her facebook page recently. Can't imagine doing this to my pet.

[geri317]

I am so sad for this poor animal. Cruelty to animals comes in many colors.

[Barefoot]

Originally Posted by geri317

I am so sad for this poor animal. Cruelty to animals comes in many colors.

I agree, Geri. I can't imagine anyone wanting a pink or blue dog.
They're not fashion accessories, they are living animals.
Of course some people tart their little daughters up and put them in beauty contests.

[Halle]

Originally Posted by Barefoot

I agree, Geri. I can't imagine anyone wanting a pink or blue dog.
They're not fashion accessories, they are living animals.
Of course some people tart their little daughters up and put them in beauty contests.

Yesterday I saw a couple in Amelia walking a Springer Spaniel it was over 90 degrees. The poor dog appeared to be in distress from the heat. I'm sure it's feet had to be burning from the hot pavement. I wish people would realize how dangerous and painful the extreme heat is for the furry members of our families.

[Patty55]

Originally Posted by Phanatic Luvr

Obviously the same one. A friend of mine had this photo posted to her facebook page recently. Can't imagine doing this to my pet.

That's a bit much, even for me.

I would never drive them in the cart attached by the collar. I always use a harness just in case something happens.

[ron122049]

C France. Lighten up! Whether you know it or not people who have standard poodles have invested a significant amount of money for that breed. I have known many poodle owners and breeders that would attest that a standard poodle owner would never intentionally do anything to harm their friend.

Standard Poodle Owner.

[CFrance]

Originally Posted by ron122049

C France. Lighten up! Whether you know it or not people who have standard poodles have invested a significant amount of money for that breed. I have known many poodle owners and breeders that would attest that a standard poodle owner would never intentionally do anything to harm their friend.

Standard Poodle Owner.

Sorry... I will never lighten up about people doing possibly harmful or stupid things to their pets in the name of vanity. And having a big dog in the back of a golf cart unharnessed and only protected by flimsy orange tape is even stupider and more harmful. Now I'm really done talking about it.

[duffysmom]

Originally Posted by ron122049

C France. Lighten up! Whether you know it or not people who have standard poodles have invested a significant amount of money for that breed. I have known many poodle owners and breeders that would attest that a standard poodle owner would never intentionally do anything to harm their friend.

Standard Poodle Owner.

Wow, so because a standard Poodle is expensive you believe owners or breeders would never intentionally do anything to harm them. WRONG.....
All you have to do is check out poodle rescue groups and you will find some horrible stories.

Dying the dog pink is a cry for attention, look at me, look at me. Well I'm looking and all I see is a dog being used to boost an owner's poor self esteem.

Also, it's sad the owner of the dog is so irresponsible that he allows the dog to ride unrestrained. One hard stop and that dog will be airborne.

[Bonanza]

Originally Posted by duffysmom

Wow, so because a standard Poodle is expensive you believe owners or breeders would never intentionally do anything to harm them. WRONG.....
All you have to do is check out poodle rescue groups and you will find some horrible stories.

Dying the dog pink is a cry for attention, look at me, look at me. Well I'm looking and all I see is a dog being used to boost an owner's poor self esteem.

Also, it's sad the owner of the dog is so irresponsible that he allows the dog to ride unrestrained. One hard stop and that dog will be airborne.

Thank you, Duffysmom and thank you, CFrance. I feel the same way you both feel. Well said and well taken (at least by me).

The price paid for a dog is meaningless, except to maybe Ron122049, who possibly thinks the price paid is a sign of a better dog or status???
We have a rescue dog that cost us close to $300 which included all the fees,
and she is as much loved and cared for as our much more "expensive" Dobie. The price doesn't matter!!!

Dying a dog any color is disgusting, regardless of what is used to dye the animal.
I'm sorry I even saw the photo of that poor canine.
Too bad there isn't a "puke" icon.
I'd use it because I feel like throwing up!

[Barefoot]

ron122049 C France. Lighten up! Whether you know it or not people who have standard poodles have invested a significant amount of money for that breed. I have known many poodle owners and breeders that would attest that a standard poodle owner would never intentionally do anything to harm their friend.

Standard Poodle Owner.
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Sorry Ron, I'm sure you're a very responsible pet owner.
But cost is no guarantee that an owner will treat a pet well.
There are many horror stories at Rescue Shelters attesting to this fact.

A poodle dyed pink in a golf cart without a harness?
Having a dog dyed pink or blue or purple is just wrong. Pets are not fashion accessories.
And all dogs should wear a harness in a golf cart for safety reasons.
Hopefully this dog wasn't actually going anywhere, just posing for a picture.