Hawkeye Posted November 24, 2009 Share Posted November 24, 2009 I notice that someone's Avatar shows a person kicking a puppy off a bridge. I can't imagin why someone would chose such a self description that to others would be extremely offenseive and seem rather sick. I don't believe that the use of this puts ACE in a very good light. It's really not funny. Sorry about that, but it has to be said. Your call. Hawkeye Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Christine Posted November 24, 2009 Share Posted November 24, 2009 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
1EVLC7 Posted November 24, 2009 Share Posted November 24, 2009 I notice that someone's Avatar shows a person kicking a puppy off a bridge. I can't imagin why someone would chose such a self description that to others would be extremely offenseive and seem rather sick. I don't believe that the use of this puts ACE in a very good light. It's really not funny. Sorry about that, but it has to be said. Your call. Hawkeye A PM has been sent to the member requesting the avatar to be changed. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Eddie44 Posted November 24, 2009 Share Posted November 24, 2009 Nice catch Hawkeye! I guess I don't pay enough attention to most avatars. THANKS! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
c7speed Posted November 24, 2009 Share Posted November 24, 2009 It's from a movie, "The Legend of Ron Burgundy" I think. It's funny in the context of the movie. This is going to start some crap... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Big Poppa Posted November 24, 2009 Share Posted November 24, 2009 I think it's funny because it's so fake, and so extreme. I don't think for a second that it advocates animal abuse. It was just good hearted fun. I don't think he should have to change his avatar. I think if it were a real video of some guy beating a dog all Michael Vick style, it would be as reprehensible as child porn or any other form of rape. Cruelty to animals human or not is never acceptable, but c'mon... Did you really think that dog going over the bridge was real? Respectfully, I say... Lighten up. BTW, Cale... Did you see that your avatar, Reby Sky, is Ms Howard TV this month? They just interviewed her a couple days ago. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jstrutt Posted November 24, 2009 Share Posted November 24, 2009 WTF................Next thing you know BP will have an avatar of a little dog with his nose up a big dogs azz.......truely shameful. I wouldn't change the avatar......................it's make-believe. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Phill's Vette Posted November 24, 2009 Share Posted November 24, 2009 I didn't find that avatar offensive at all.... I have one dog and three cats and would end up in prison if anyone tried to hurt them or any pet for that matter. Along the same line, someone on here use to have a personalized plate that said "PONYH8R" meaning they hate Mustangs - somewhat appropriate for a Vette owner and even a challenge. Someone complained to DMV and said they found it offensive as it was saying they hate horses..... Totally missing the point. They had to change their plate! Now if it was kitten juggling or baby seal clubbing maybe I'd feel different....... IMO of course! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
old yeller Posted November 24, 2009 Share Posted November 24, 2009 I found the movie "Anchorman, the legend of Ron Burgandy" was a funny movie. In the end, the dog returns to save the day. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
1EVLC7 Posted November 24, 2009 Share Posted November 24, 2009 One will find humor in one thing that another will find offensive. You can’t make everyone happy. Everyone is entitled to his or her own opinion. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Eddie44 Posted November 24, 2009 Share Posted November 24, 2009 One will find humor in one thing that another will find offensive. You can’t make everyone happy. Everyone is entitled to his or her own opinion. Excellent point! I didn't find the puppy gif offensive knowing it was all fake, but likewise I didn't really see the humor that others may have seen. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MOTV8 Posted November 24, 2009 Share Posted November 24, 2009 Wow. A scene, from a well known comedic movie, which is make-believe in every way and obviously so. I guess Dawg's avatar is offensive as well. I mean a rocket strapped to that poor doggie. Ri-cock-ulous. I'm offended at the perceived offense. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Buccaneer Posted November 24, 2009 Share Posted November 24, 2009 Does this mean I never be able to use my Bouncing Boobs avi? Don't get me started on that one again. BTW: Its just an avatar, get over it! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TheCMSH Posted November 24, 2009 Share Posted November 24, 2009 I'm all in favor of banning the pumpkin butt avatar! Can we vote on that? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Eddie44 Posted November 24, 2009 Share Posted November 24, 2009 Hawkeye's point is taken and Dean your's is too. I say difference of opinion like this makes the world go round! Let's not all get our panties in a wade and I'm closing this topic before it gets out of hand over a difference of opinion that we'll never get 100% agreement on. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bigfoot Posted November 25, 2009 Share Posted November 25, 2009 Aww man, I never got to give my opinion. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Desertdawg Posted November 25, 2009 Share Posted November 25, 2009 Yeah me too! But having admin powers does have an advantage. Each person chooses their own avatar, if it was illegal, racial, offensive... etc. I would step in and say something. Also an avatar is not representation of ACE, I have never been to a forum and thought an avatar being used by an individual was to be interpreted as that forums beliefs or standards. That being said I did step in once and that was met with mixed reactions. So as long as the above standards are not breeched, each member is responsible for their own choice. I hope this helps those here understand ACE's position, and that everyone realize's that it's not ACE's responsibility to protect members beliefs or standards. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Eddie44 Posted November 25, 2009 Share Posted November 25, 2009 Aww man, I never got to give my opinion. Don't worry! No one cares anyway! J/K Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Desertdawg Posted November 25, 2009 Share Posted November 25, 2009 Someone sent me a PM..... Hawkeye, GOTO to your control panel and there is an option to turn off avatars.... Thanks Rich I also re-opened this up for now, discussions are always good, just keep it civil!!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jstrutt Posted November 25, 2009 Share Posted November 25, 2009 I think we should just anything orange.....................jmho Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Eddie44 Posted November 25, 2009 Share Posted November 25, 2009 I think we should just anything orange.....................jmho Let's take a vote! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jstrutt Posted November 25, 2009 Share Posted November 25, 2009 I vote to who's with me? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
old yeller Posted November 25, 2009 Share Posted November 25, 2009 I'm all in favor of banning the pumpkin butt avatar! Can we vote on that? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Buccaneer Posted November 25, 2009 Share Posted November 25, 2009 Too bad Halloween is only one day. I like Pumpkin. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Desertdawg Posted November 25, 2009 Share Posted November 25, 2009 I think we should just anything orange.....................jmho While your thinking, I can ban all Canadians without a vote! I'm just saying! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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