Marc Posted February 3, 2011 Report Share Posted February 3, 2011 Hi All, Quick notice of a change to husky owners (which will be monitored). A while ago I removed the ability to give out a negative for a post in which you dislike. On looking at this over the past few weeks I have decided that it may be more in the best interest of the site to have this switched back on. And therefore you will now notice that there is both a + and a - buttton attached to every post, so that you can vote the post up or down. NOTE: Please do not be messaging people to ask why you have been voted down if your post is casted negativly. If something needs investigating it will be done so by a member of staff. If you really feel the need to message someone regarding the fact your post has received a - then dont be confused when the message dissapears, as that will likley be me. Just a word of warning. Misuse the system that has been put in place for site members, then I will use the systems that have been put in place for site admin. EDIT: All users will shortly be able to see by clicking on the number in posts who has given or taken away from rep. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sparks Posted February 3, 2011 Report Share Posted February 3, 2011 Great idea IMO Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BingBlaze n Skyla Posted February 3, 2011 Report Share Posted February 3, 2011 +1 marc, i agree its a good idea its back so long as its used appropriately (cant spell sorry) what happens if we hit the - by mistake? like we go to press the + but the mouse moves or summin? do we just PM admins n let u know so it can be removed? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HuskyCouture Posted February 3, 2011 Report Share Posted February 3, 2011 just gonna ask what nix did, i accidently gave someone -1 in the deano rehome thread Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lil Miss Bump Posted February 3, 2011 Report Share Posted February 3, 2011 i personally do not think this is a good idea, it is a way for the bitchiness that has been going on to escalate as reps that have been hard earned will diminish due to nothing but a difference of opinion. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BingBlaze n Skyla Posted February 3, 2011 Report Share Posted February 3, 2011 thing is we dont HAVE 2 click the red - Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sid_Wolf Posted February 3, 2011 Report Share Posted February 3, 2011 no ones gunna give - rep for no reason, cus people will be able to see, so posters will be more careful in the rep taking, as its not anonamous (i cant spell it lol) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rich & Kody Posted February 3, 2011 Report Share Posted February 3, 2011 appeals system? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Arooroomom Posted February 3, 2011 Report Share Posted February 3, 2011 Personally I think a lot of people are getting rep for things they don't really deserve and a LOT of good advice and contributions are going unnoticed. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dygosamikita Posted February 3, 2011 Report Share Posted February 3, 2011 Excellent Marc...I agree that it may well work out to be a good thing. Couple of queries 1) as Nix said above 2) would it be possible to change the orientation of the buttons, i.e. putting the plus closer to the number. I think someone might be more apt to accidently hit the negative with it right next to the number. (I know, I'm fussy just tell me to p*ss off if you like) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BingBlaze n Skyla Posted February 3, 2011 Report Share Posted February 3, 2011 just gonna ask what nix did, i accidently gave someone -1 in the deano rehome thread i +1'd it as i also think they deserved rep - so now they have no neg Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BlueWolf Posted February 3, 2011 Report Share Posted February 3, 2011 First I learned that positive feedback for your huskies is always better than negative feedback, and now we can give each other negative feedback. Greaaaat... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BingBlaze n Skyla Posted February 3, 2011 Report Share Posted February 3, 2011 i want to add to my previous thing about not HAVING to click it if we dont like something thats posted - we could just ignore it - thats what i usually do (try my hardest to do) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Val (Zebedee) Posted February 3, 2011 Report Share Posted February 3, 2011 well, I guess this is something that the Admin will have to monitor & if people get neg rep happy, I assume they will be contacted about it, but I totally agree with Nix - just because it is there, you don't HAVE to use it - it's just an option Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hyshqa Posted February 3, 2011 Report Share Posted February 3, 2011 Technically the only reason someone should be given negative rep is for breaking a forum rule, deliberately giving out false information, deliberately being rude or nasty to someone (though tone failing to carry across may cause issues on the internet), or for telling everyone about something rediculous/cruel you've done ("i just hit my dog to stop him barking but it didn't work...help???"). Chances are, all those who've been worried about getting -rep aren't going to be making posts like that, so you've got nothing to worry about The only thing I would worry about is suspressing less confident members. For example, now I know that anyone can take rep from me I'd probably be less likely to be the first to state a difference of oppinion for fear that I'm the only one who shares this view and others taking my rep. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lebe03 Posted February 3, 2011 Report Share Posted February 3, 2011 I wasn't a member the last time negative rep was trialled so I'm not aware of the reasons why it was removed. I probably won't use it as my preference is to ignore comments that I disagree with as everyone is entitled to their own opinion. Can you consider moving the position of the negative rep button as it's rather easy to select it instead of positive rep Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SteveEnn Posted February 3, 2011 Report Share Posted February 3, 2011 reps always cause problems. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Austinville Posted February 3, 2011 Report Share Posted February 3, 2011 I think this can be a really positive thing in the long run. Should make everyone think a bit before they post. And, I agree with Val - Admin. will surely monitor. They've done well with the forum and I think it's safe to say that of all of us, they don't want things to get out of hand. They're trustworthy folks these leaders of ours! Also agree with Nix that you don't HAVE to use it. I believe admin is simply asking us to use common sense with both + and - reps. I feel we're all very capable... I consider this a way for us all to monitor ourselves actually. I think it will make each of use put a bit more thought into our posts and think things through before we make any comment/post. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Removed #2 Posted February 3, 2011 Report Share Posted February 3, 2011 Really? I guess I don't get it. I came here to learn about other husky owners experiences. Maybe it's because I'm an old fart, and i haven't really paid much attention to reps or names, etc., but I think this sounds a lot like a slam book in high school...remember the movie Mean Girls? Maybe i'll lose rep for this, but that's okay, cause most likely, if I think my opinion or experience is going to be judged by people who don't know me, haven't met my dogs, and are willing to make posts about being mad at their mom and dad or get upset at what strangers say to them on a walk with their dogs...which i take issue to because until you've been a parent...just like, until you've been a husky owner....and I am not being specific to anyone because unless i look at the actual name of the poster, there are really only a few people i can even identify....guess this ought to really have been in a different area...what's that, the steam box or something.....nice to have been here, too bad it's come to this! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
valkyries Posted February 3, 2011 Report Share Posted February 3, 2011 Becky thank you for your post +1 xxxxxx Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BingBlaze n Skyla Posted February 3, 2011 Report Share Posted February 3, 2011 +1 becky Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tan J P Posted February 3, 2011 Report Share Posted February 3, 2011 Oh dear,this seems to have rattled a few cages! I think we all need to chill a little,give it a go and i'm sure if there seems to be a pattern emerging where neg's are given unwarranted the mods will be right on to it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sutsibe Posted February 3, 2011 Report Share Posted February 3, 2011 I'm inclined to believe that if things get out of hand, our fearless leaders will step in, and the -1 rep will go away - so I guess I have no objection, and am willing to see how things go... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sarah Posted February 3, 2011 Report Share Posted February 3, 2011 thank you Becky it's nice to have positive support. Look guys - it's going to be trialled, if it doesn't work then fine but remember, this isn't a business, I don't make money from this site or gain anything from it other than friends and the hope that somewhere along the line a husky might have a better life because of something someone has read on here......... it's a hobby and it stops becoming a hobby when it begins to negatively impact on my life. Ideas are implemented to make improvements. Some people will not agree with everything we do - it's a fact of life, however please sit back and think that there is a human being behind every computer screen that has thoughts and feelings before pressing a button Heck, if it doesnt work sure i'll hold my hands up and say fair enough but i'm only trying to do my best for the good of the site and it's members. It will be monitored to see how it goes - just use it responsibly Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Val (Zebedee) Posted February 3, 2011 Report Share Posted February 3, 2011 Really? I guess I don't get it. I came here to learn about other husky owners experiences. Maybe it's because I'm an old fart, and i haven't really paid much attention to reps or names, etc., but I think this sounds a lot like a slam book in high school...remember the movie Mean Girls? Maybe i'll lose rep for this, but that's okay, cause most likely, if I think my opinion or experience is going to be judged by people who don't know me, haven't met my dogs, and are willing to make posts about being mad at their mom and dad or get upset at what strangers say to them on a walk with their dogs...which i take issue to because until you've been a parent...just like, until you've been a husky owner....and I am not being specific to anyone because unless i look at the actual name of the poster, there are really only a few people i can even identify....guess this ought to really have been in a different area...what's that, the steam box or something.....nice to have been here, too bad it's come to this! you see, Nanci, this is the issue - you shouldn't be "judged" by what opinion you post - all I have read tonight in various threads is "it's just my opinion" .... but then followed by a gripe at someone or something specific. And it's good to get your opinion on this out in the open forum so that MEMBERS OPINIONS are taken into consideration by Admin, after all, it is you guys that make this place & I'd like to think we are all here with 1 goal in mind .... and we wouldn't be human if we all thought the same, we be droids!! You are still going to learn about what you came here for, if members respect the forum & rules, nothing will change, please reconsider your leaving Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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