Why can't people just keep their opinion to themselves.

[Rose Ann and Amante]

WE went camping this weeekend as I am walking with Amante, (trying to walk is what I should say;-) )

We are approached by a group of women who are also walking. The conversation began as usual, "what an adorable puppy" me- thank you." What kind of puppy is he"  me-the kind that gets into everything.  Her-  very irritated "I meant what breed"  me- "he is a golden doodle". Her -"are you certain?' Me -"very" her- "well he looks like a cockapoo to me" me- " well he isn't" her- "well are you aware that some people don't do enough research and are tricked by so called breeders an are not given what they think . I think you are mistaken and have been taken for a fool,you have a cockapoo!" Me-" well I am sorry  if that thats what happened to you. But I have a Golden Doodle and he is smart too! She turned and walked away.

 SERIOUSLY!!!! My husband laughed so hard! why do these people find me!! Why do people think they can come up to a stranger and say these things. My husband says his favorite past time is to watch strangers talk to me insult me and watch me respond!!! I am a nice person. I would do almost anything for a complete stranger. What draws mean people to me. Was I wrong! She started it.!!!!

[Robyn, Greg and Snickers]

That is so funny regarding the Wheaten, people come up and ask if Snickers is a Wheaten, it's a little annoying because 1) he is red 2) he is 50lbs do he would be one of the biggest wheatons ever! Also there is a lady in out neighborhood who I swear ignores us b/c she has a standard poodle. When she first met Snicks she thought he was a poodle when I told her that he was an Irish Goldendoodle she was sniffy and said why would they do that to a poodles bloodline. (really!) there was also the GD owner that said we didn't have an authentic Goldendoodle because of the setter in Snickers. All in all people are weird and you just have to ignore them or let it wash over you. Really shouldn't spend too much time on stupid. BTW your pup is adorable. 

[Adina P]

I always hate that 'bloodline' objection.  NOTHING bad happens to a poodles bloodline by making doodles.  Nothing.  It's not like procreating with a golden retriever (or Irish Setter) somehow changes the poodle's own genetics in any way.  LOL

[Coco Chanel and Cheryl]

Coco would be a huge Wheaton too because she is 50 pounds!!

[Camilla and Darwin]

OMD, I get this all of the time! Wheaten enthusiasts come and ask me if he's a Wheaten, gushing the whole time. When I tell them he's a Goldendoodle, they are appalled and usually respond along the lines of  "Oh... well. Good day."

[Sue, Lola, Pongo & Hubby]

Oh, I would be SO mad. People are so arrogant, I hate it!!! Hopefully you didn't let her attitude ruin your trip!!!!!

[Angie, Hudson and Lily]

Wow! She was RUDE! I have had people tell me that Hudson looked just like their cockapoo- only Hudson was a lot bigger than their dog. They didn't say it rudely, just a friendly comparison comment. I don't think I would have been as friendly as you, once she started arguing. :)

[Camilla and Darwin]

LOL, that is hilarious!

[Sherri, Sophie, Winston, & Kitty]

Sophie Bear looks like a big cockapoo, but also a PWD. I guest asked at least ocne a day if she is either. it's annoying, but I have never encountered this type of rudeness about her breed.

 

I know what you mean though about people thinking they know better than you just because you are so nice (and perhaps because you are female). I often wonder if I have the word "helpless" stamped on my forehead. A lot of people in my life like to give me unsolicited advice about everything, thinking I couldn't possibly know what I'm doing. This was true about my decision to get a dog, and a cat, about moving into my apartment, about whether or not I should buy a house or condo, about buying a car, about handling work and career situations, dating, finances, health etc etc. I don't know why, I just don't get it, but somehow I get sucked into these conversations and end up in detailed discussions justifying my decisions and sharing way to much information, hoping for validation, as if it mattered whether or not other people agreed with me or not. I am making a concerted effort to stop caring so much what other people think and start being more upfront about making them mind their own business. I think we give off a certain weak energy when we care too much, and people who are know-it-alls feel obliged to dive in. I am working on creating a more confident/mature aura. :o)

[Barbie]

Gosh, how rude! Maybe she should do some research on Goldendoodles before she opens her snout again. Now who's the gullible idiot? Argh! By the way, do you happen to be a blonde, like me? I tend to attract these types of people also.

[Rose Ann and Amante]

I am brunette. LOL I can't believe how rude!! I think she was offended when she asked what kind of puppy he was and I answered' the  kind that gets into everything" I was trying to be funny and lighthearted.

Whatever.

I needed to vent!! I have to start thinking of some good responses to these comments! I LIKE to be prepared for battle!! LOL

[Traci -Bexter & Maggie]

HOW RUDE!

[Adrianne Matzkin]

Some Yiddish proverbs that are just perfect for this topic.

 

If one has nothing to say, it's best to shut up.
Az men hot nit tsu entfern muz men farshvaygn.

 

The less you speak, the healthier.
Vos veyniker men ret, alts gezinter iz.

 

What’s on the lung is on the tongue. (my mother used it when you just can't keep your thoughts in your head - you just had to say that??)
Vos oyf der lung iz oyf der tsung.