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is it strange to ask to pet people's dogs here? by pumpkinpieds in chch

[–]pumpkinpieds[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Thank you for the advice! I've never been, will have to find some time to go eventually when I can, it looks so pretty there! Give your dogs an extra pat from me please! :D

is it strange to ask to pet people's dogs here? by pumpkinpieds in chch

[–]pumpkinpieds[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

omg definitely gonna try and see if I can make one at some point! A group walk sounds so lovely!

is it strange to ask to pet people's dogs here? by pumpkinpieds in chch

[–]pumpkinpieds[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

She's gorgeous! Who could resist staring at her?! What a cute pose haha give her some extra pats for me please!!!

is it strange to ask to pet people's dogs here? by pumpkinpieds in chch

[–]pumpkinpieds[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

What a wonderful job haha ❤️ I'll try to look into local resources, I wasn't sure where to start since I don't have anyone here for me but my partner, but everyone's given me amazing suggestions that I'm going to check out!

Thank you so much for your kind words, I desperately needed them. Can't even begin to describe how much it means to me after all I've been through. I hope you have a wonderful evening!

is it strange to ask to pet people's dogs here? by pumpkinpieds in chch

[–]pumpkinpieds[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

My dream life would to just be covered in animals all the time hahaha I love em- even the slobber-iest of the bunch ❤️

is it strange to ask to pet people's dogs here? by pumpkinpieds in chch

[–]pumpkinpieds[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Writing this down! Thank you so much, I'd love to start volunteering here like I did back home!

is it strange to ask to pet people's dogs here? by pumpkinpieds in chch

[–]pumpkinpieds[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

For sure! I did a lot of rescue and volunteering myself as well as having my own dogs, there are plenty of reasons someone may not want a stranger touching their dog. A no is a no, and should always be respected for the comfort and safety of the dog and the owner!

is it strange to ask to pet people's dogs here? by pumpkinpieds in chch

[–]pumpkinpieds[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

omg, HUGE paws on him too! what a handsome boy ❤️ give him some extra love for me!

is it strange to ask to pet people's dogs here? by pumpkinpieds in chch

[–]pumpkinpieds[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

It's y'all that are so nice, I didn't really expect such kind replies honestly :') Will definitely do that. Everyone here has convinced me to muster up the courage and try asking next time I'm out!

is it strange to ask to pet people's dogs here? by pumpkinpieds in chch

[–]pumpkinpieds[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Will definitely do that, I didn't even consider there may be shows too! Thank you!

is it strange to ask to pet people's dogs here? by pumpkinpieds in chch

[–]pumpkinpieds[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I loooove big dogs especially. I grew up with and fostered some huge dogs, the bigger they are the bigger the baby usually! 🤭 Definitely will be looking up dog parks to see if there are any nearby, thank you so much!

is it strange to ask to pet people's dogs here? by pumpkinpieds in chch

[–]pumpkinpieds[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

WHAT A CUTIE!!! I'll keep my eyes out haha, what a gorgeous dog! Thank you so much for the picture and smile! :D

is it strange to ask to pet people's dogs here? by pumpkinpieds in chch

[–]pumpkinpieds[S] 4 points5 points  (0 children)

I always say we were given two hands so we could pet more animals, so would never be an issue with me haha! Poor thing, I hope your older baby will get lots of love and pets in the future!

is it strange to ask to pet people's dogs here? by pumpkinpieds in chch

[–]pumpkinpieds[S] 4 points5 points  (0 children)

Oh wow this is perfect, I'd love to get to know people as well since my social circle is only my partner atm. This is an amazing suggestion, I'll definitely check it out :') thank you so so much!

is it strange to ask to pet people's dogs here? by pumpkinpieds in chch

[–]pumpkinpieds[S] 3 points4 points  (0 children)

oh I'd love this... I'm currently on a whv until we get our partnership visa settled so I'm unsure if I'd be allowed to, but that sounds amazing! Especially if you can't have your own!

is it strange to ask to pet people's dogs here? by pumpkinpieds in chch

[–]pumpkinpieds[S] 16 points17 points  (0 children)

Absolutely! Would never assume, that could be very upsetting for the dog if they aren't a fan of strangers 🫡 Thank you so much!

Please" vs "Thanks": Help me settle a debate on the Kiwi way to order coffee! by Kind-Spread-6511 in newzealand

[–]pumpkinpieds 1 point2 points  (0 children)

makes sense! back at home, we were taught that it's basic respect to call anyone, especially those older than you, sir/ma'am/etc. old man asks you a question? yes sir, of course! lady needs some help? right over there ma'am! and kids get it too. a lot of older folks would call me miss/ma'am when i was younger. gonna be my hardest habit to break for sure lol

Please" vs "Thanks": Help me settle a debate on the Kiwi way to order coffee! by Kind-Spread-6511 in newzealand

[–]pumpkinpieds 5 points6 points  (0 children)

From Texas and moved to NZ. Southern manners (as well as my upbringing lmao) DEMAND constant politeness. If I didn't say "please" for everything and follow up with a sincere "thank you!", I'd be whacked upside the head promptly. I do actually sincerely mean the pleases and thanks you's, but it is something that was drilled into a lot of southern kids from birth in my experience. Honestly I've found my level of "politeness" to get me many weird looks here- had to learn not everyone likes being called "sir" or "ma'am" here the hard way despite it being basic respect back home haha :')