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~Pet Talk Gift Swap 2007 - Sign Up/Rules/Concerns~
Question: Rules/Concerns
***PLEASE be understanding when it comes to these concerns. We have had circumstances where people have been irresponsible and others ended up not receiving gifts. We try our hardest to prevent that but we can't physically make someone send gifts. If you believe someone may be unreliable, please state that you do no want to swap with them in the questionnaire.*** Email your fully answered questionnaire to : nebothehusky@yahoo.com The DEADLINE to fill out the questionnaire is : Friday, February 9th, 2007 PLEASE make your e-mail's subject your PT Member name. ------------------------------------------------------------------ 1. Your full mailing Address (Include First & Last name): 2. Email address and Pet Talk ID: 3. Number of pets: 4. Pets names, ages, breeds: 5. What are your pets favorite types of toys, treats, etc. ? 6. Does your pet ever wear clothing (sweaters, bandanas, etc.)? If so, please list what sizes. 7. Is there anything you have really been meaning to get your pet(s)? 8. Is there any type of toy/treat your pet really does not like or you prefer not to give to them? 9. What are your hobbies, collections, favorite colors, etc? 10. If you were to receive a shirt, what size would you need? 11. Is there anything else about yourself or pets you'd like to add? Questions to help Amy & I swap names... 1. Do you mind sending your gift to another country? 2. Please let us know, if at all, who you've previously swapped with if you'd rather not send to them again. 3. Do you have any preferences as to what kind of pets you send to? Please specify here. We will try our best to fit what is desired, but no guarantees. 4. If you have any specific requests or questions please address them here. ******************************** I will post who we have received so far here: (35) Catmandu Karen Kfamr Cathy Bogart K9Karen Blue_Frog petslover luvofallhorses shylanhal binka_nugget manda_moo87 Husky_mom Wenisrubber Lvpets2002 kt_luvs_kitties Critter Crazy pitc9 Kater Dr Goodnow ramanth Pembroke_Corgi dukedogsmom wolf_Q Fur&Feathers Kimboe lv4dogs Maya & Inka's Mommy Catty1 Jods beeniesmom king2005 .sarah captain gemini9961 Doolittleky Answer: I sent mine! Answer: The minimum cost for gifts is $20. There is no maximum amount. I have a real concern with this one. Both myself and Max would love to participate and we would be happy to receive $5 trinket so why does cost have to come into play? Answer: Originally Posted by slick I have a real concern with this one. Both myself and Max would love to participate and we would be happy to receive $5 trinket so why does cost have to come into play? Just so someone doesn't end up feeling "cheated." It's not usually an issue, but people have requested a guideline in the past, so $20 it is - no one checks for receipts to make sure you didn't "only spend" $17 or anything ... Answer: Quote: The minimum cost for gifts is $20. There is no maximum amount. Originally Posted by slick I have a real concern with this one. Both myself and Max would love to participate and we would be happy to receive $5 trinket so why does cost have to come into play? I agree. (and I apologize for starting this thread off in this manner) but I think a $5 minimum and a $25 MAXIMUM would make more sense. During the one swap I participated in (where there was a $20 maximum) some people went WAY overboard on spending and made those of us who honored the maximum feel embarrassed. Just something to consider. Answer: Originally Posted by Karen Just so someone doesn't end up feeling "cheated." It's not usually an issue, but people have requested a guideline in the past, so $20 it is - no one checks for receipts to make sure you didn't "only spend" $17 or anything ... Exactly what Karen said. Seems like when we do these swap sometimes it's a damned if you do, damned if you don't sort of situation. People always end up finding things that don't agree with. The limit has been in swap for years past, I don't see a reason to change it. I think a $20 minimum on gifts is just fine. Answer: Maybe you two feel that way, but most people would be a little upset if they spent $20 on somebody and received a $5 gift in return. If a person has several pets I don't even see how it is possible to buy gifts that all of the pets can share with $5. This has never been a problem before, and we've done many swaps. If you feel like a $5 gift is enough for you then you can state that in your questionnaire. Answer: Originally Posted by jenluckenbach During the one swap I participated in (where there was a $20 maximum) some people went WAY overboard on spending and made those of us who honored the maximum feel embarrassed. No need to feel embarrassed - I may be one of those people someone thinks "went overboard," but honestly, I have gotten in the habit of picking things up when stores are going out of business, or having "closeout" sales, and then using them for gift swaps as appropriate. I have several items currently stashed away that I couldn't even tell you how much I paid for them, but it's assuredly not nearly what anyone would think they'd have cost me ... And if you ever feel 'over-blessed" by what you receive in a Gift Swap, you can always share with other needy critters, right? Answer: See, that's my problem with all of this. Too many people put too much emphasis on $$$$$ on the gift rather than the thought behind the gift. "Well I spent $50 worth and only got $20 worth of gifts back." disclaimer: I'm not quoting anyone above. This is just my opinion so I will now opt out, shut up and sign off. Answer: For the record, no person that I can remember has ever complained that they did not receive gifts that cost a certain amount of money. Nobody checks receipts or keeps track of what is spent. We've decided that $20 is a good amount because some people have many pets, etc., and until now, no one has had a problem with that. We're just trying to make things equal for everyone....but no matter what we do somebody is upset. Answer: Originally Posted by wolf_Q We've decided that $20 is a good amount because some people have many pets, etc., and until now, no one has had a problem with that. We're just trying to make things equal for everyone....but no matter what we do somebody is upset. No! Not upset. I just think saying $20 MINIMUM seems, pushy or greedy, especially when you state NO maximum. I know you can't please everyone. And I will gladly delete all my posts to prevent fights. Answer: Originally Posted by jenluckenbach No! Not upset. I just think saying $20 MINIMUM seems, pushy or greedy, especially when you state NO maximum. I know you can't please everyone. And I will gladly delete all my posts to prevent fights. No need to delete posts, we're not fighting. Yes it does say no maximum but everyone has always spent pretty close to $20, not some huge amount. We give people until June to send it, so its not like the gifts have to be all bought at once. Answer: Either way, the rules have been set. You either sign up or you don't. Answer: I don't think that's an unreasonable amount at all. And besides, look how long we've got to get the gifts. You could wait until June 1st to send them and that would have given plenty of time to save a few bucks a month. Answer: It is very kind that Kay and Amy set up a gift swap they are taking there own time to do this.Thanks for setting the swap up. Let's all be thankful we have 2 people who are willing to set up one. Copyright © 2007 - 2008 www.tendlife.com
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