Showing posts with label Coton de Tulear breeders. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Coton de Tulear breeders. Show all posts
Thursday, February 16, 2012
Westminster's decision to shield audience from misery of shelters
Wednesday February 15th, 2012
The 2012 Westminster Dog Show came to a close yesterday, but the hubbub around the split with longtime sponsor of the show, Pedigree Dog Food, isn’t going away. Westminster announced earlier in the week it would be dropping Pedigree, contending that the images of shelter dogs featured in their ads are too depressing and a turn-off for their audience.
Westminster spokesperson David Frei explained the decision this way:
"Show me an ad with a dog with a smile. Don't try to shame me. We told [Pedigree] that and they ignored us."
Must feel terrible to be ignored and forgotten, Mr. Frei. Almost as if you don’t have a voice at all.
He goes on to say: "Our show is a celebration of dogs. We're not promotingpurebreds at the expense of non-purebreds. We celebrate all dogs."
If by “celebrate all dogs,” you mean “let only purebreds enter the show,” I totally get it.
Frei clarifies: "When we're seeing puppies behind bars, it takes away from that. Not just because it's sad, but it's not our message."
Dude, yes! Euthanasia isn’t only a big-time buzz kill, it’s soooooo not what we want to think about as we endorse the breeding of more and more dogs in search of the perfect hind quarters and ideal withers while thousands die each day in shelters.
Call me cynical, but I just don’t believe this is an argument over how to talk about dogs. It’s a question of whether we talk about dogs: shelter dogs. And scenes of unwanted innocent animals spliced between images of dogs with hundred dollarhaircuts and pristine pedicures — the contrast is stark. It might even make you feel like your priorities are a bit skewed. And no one wants that.
Even more surprising than the WKC’s “Let them eat cake” attitude are its various supporters. Pet columnist for the San Francisco Chronicle Christie Keith points out in her blog “Dogged” that Ad Council researchers found images of suffering animals don’t inspire people to adopt. They do something much more sinister: they inspire people to give money.
I have to admit, I’m not sure what the objection to giving money is. Few shelters I’ve worked with have been over-resourced or cash saturated. The majority need all the financial support they can get — and are fairly savvy about stretching their dollars. If Pedigree wants to give a chunk of change to my local shelter with the goal of making it shiny and inviting, by all means, I’m for it.
That’s not to say every ad needs to be doom and gloom. I love the spots of happy dogs in clean, modern shelters surrounded by enthusiastic volunteers. I know that approach is extremely successful with some audiences — it lets people see that a shelter can be a great, uplifting place to get a dog. But it's certainly not representative of the scene at most shelters. And that story needs esposure too.
Nor am I saying that dog shows are inherently bad or that we can’t enjoy showing off and admiring beautiful dogs. I peek at the show footage with the same guilty pleasure I do the Miss America contest. It’s fun to ooh and ahh over gorgeous physical specimens. And while contestants of the dog pageants probably come away with less emotional baggage than the beauty contest entrants, I have a hard time seeing much real value in either.
Bottom line, shows like these are entertainment for humans. Dogs couldn’t care less about their measurements falling into some pre-determined range. And when the AKC (of which Westminster is an affiliate) won’t even acknowledge the harm its standards impose, it’s not about love for a breed. It’s about prestige, bragging rights, and genetic engineering.
So, Mr. Frei, I would argue that Pedigree is not shaming you. Heck, the name of the brand is Pedigree. What it is doing is presenting an accurate portrayal of the fate of millions of companion animals. If you experience shame, those feelings originate with you, and the responsible thing to do is evaluate your actions rather than look away and pretend it doesn’t exist.
And if your audience chooses to turn the channel when those images are presented, and continue to support widespread breeding, that choice will not have been made in ignorance.
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American Coton Club
Home of the Rare Breed Coton de Tulear
www.AmericanCotonClub.com
info@AmericanCotonClub.com
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Thursday, February 10, 2011
Colorado Cotons Puppies
Terri Tyler of Colorado Cotons is a Code of Ethics Breeder with the American Coton Club. Please visit her web site and enjoy the great puppy pictures!
Here's Momma and her babies.
Colorado Cotons is located in Bethoud, Colorado.
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Sunday, February 6, 2011
2011 Coton de Tulear Party
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| 2010 Coton party hosting crew |
MARK THIS DATE ON YOUR CALENDAR!!!!!
March 26, 2011
Invitation to the 10th Annual Coton de Tulear Party!!!
Date: Saturday, March 26th, 2011.
Time: 11:00 a.m. - until the last person leaves. (not beyond a week)
Place: Hoof ‘n’ Paw Haven (Bruce and Coreen’s place)
It’s almost here! Don’t miss out!
Description: This party is an opportunity for people and Cotons to meet new and old friends. Many Coton family reunions take place at the party. All people who love Cotons are welcomed. Invite anyone you know who are Coton owners and friends. Food and drinks are provided by the hosts. Guests are more than welcome to bring a favorite snack or beverage, but it is not necessary. Coreen and Bruce
Party hosted by Coreen and Bruce Savikko of Hoof 'n' Paw Haven in Pearblossom, California. Coreen and Bruce are Code of Ethics Breeders with the American Coton Club.
Home of the Rare breed Coton de Tulear
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Saturday, January 22, 2011
Cedarwood Cotons Has New Puppies!
I am taking reservations for a few more puppies that will be ready for their new homes in March, 2011!
Lilly had her 6 babies on December 29th, in the wee hours of the morning. Yes, 6! She had 3 handsome boys and 3 lovely girls. Their father is Cotonnerie Pirate Captain Tew (now at Cedarwood Cotons).
Magalie has 4 puppies! They were born on Tuesday, January 4th (two girls and two boys.) Cotonnerie Pirate Captain Tew (now at Cedarwood Cotons) is their father.
Paloma had her first 5 babies on the afternoon of Wednesday, January 5th and then another one (yes!) sometime on Friday after the morning puppy head count for a total of 6 sweet babies (5 girls and 1 boy!) Cotonnerie Mathis (at Cedarwood) is the father of Paloma’s babies. So exciting!
You can see Photos of Lilly’s Magalie’s and Paloma’s puppies, photos of Pirate & Momo and the rest of my Coton family, and photos of previous puppies by going to my Photo Site at:
http://picasaweb.google.com/CedarwoodCotons
I am a Code of Ethics Breeder with the American Coton Club working to preserve the Health & Well-being of the Coton de Tulear. The American Coton Club has a mandatory Health Program which all ACC Code of Ethics breeders adhere to.
I provide quality puppies from health-tested parents as loving companions to caring families & individuals. I strive to help maintain our healthy gene pool & to protect the wellbeing & integrity of our Rare Breed.
Aisha Cameron of Cedarwood Cotons
Proud NOT to be AKC!
FOR INFORMATION ON WHY YOU SHOULD BUY only FROM A CODE OF ETHICS BREEDER go to:
American Coton Club!!
American Coton Club
Home of the Rare Breed Coton de Tulear
http://www.AmericanCotonClub.com
info@AmericanCotonClub.com
Lilly had her 6 babies on December 29th, in the wee hours of the morning. Yes, 6! She had 3 handsome boys and 3 lovely girls. Their father is Cotonnerie Pirate Captain Tew (now at Cedarwood Cotons).
Magalie has 4 puppies! They were born on Tuesday, January 4th (two girls and two boys.) Cotonnerie Pirate Captain Tew (now at Cedarwood Cotons) is their father.
Paloma had her first 5 babies on the afternoon of Wednesday, January 5th and then another one (yes!) sometime on Friday after the morning puppy head count for a total of 6 sweet babies (5 girls and 1 boy!) Cotonnerie Mathis (at Cedarwood) is the father of Paloma’s babies. So exciting!
You can see Photos of Lilly’s Magalie’s and Paloma’s puppies, photos of Pirate & Momo and the rest of my Coton family, and photos of previous puppies by going to my Photo Site at:
http://picasaweb.google.com/CedarwoodCotons
I am a Code of Ethics Breeder with the American Coton Club working to preserve the Health & Well-being of the Coton de Tulear. The American Coton Club has a mandatory Health Program which all ACC Code of Ethics breeders adhere to.
I provide quality puppies from health-tested parents as loving companions to caring families & individuals. I strive to help maintain our healthy gene pool & to protect the wellbeing & integrity of our Rare Breed.
Aisha Cameron of Cedarwood Cotons
Proud NOT to be AKC!
FOR INFORMATION ON WHY YOU SHOULD BUY only FROM A CODE OF ETHICS BREEDER go to:
American Coton Club!!
American Coton Club
Home of the Rare Breed Coton de Tulear
http://www.AmericanCotonClub.com
info@AmericanCotonClub.com
Cottonball Cotons has puppies!!
Cottonball Cotons in Dallas, Texas has puppies available. Cottonball Cotons is a Code of Ethics breeder with the American Coton Club. The American Coton Club has a mandatory Health Program which all ACC Code of Ethics breeders adhere to. Visit Cottonball Cotons and the American Coton Club!
American Coton Club
Home of the Rare Breed Coton de Tulear
http://www.AmericanCotonClub.com
info@AmericanCotonClub.com
Sunday, October 24, 2010
LOST Coton- Snowmass, Colorado
LOST Coton de Tulear
Snowmass, Colorado
Snowmass is near Aspen, Colorado. Sierra is a white female Coton de Tulear. If you see a small white dog in this area please call her owner, Kris Forke, immediately to let her know you may have seen Sierra.
Kristen Forke
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