The MLP Arena
Pony Talk => Off Topic => Topic started by: NovelNerd on March 26, 2015, 07:48:41 PM
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I was just curious if there has ever been a pet gift swap on the arena? I do a lot of private pet swaps with people on and off the arena since I love shopping or making things for the critters. Usually my biggest activity in the arena is swaps since that's what I like, and I of course adore my fur children a ton. It was something I was curious about intwrest wise so I guess consider this an interest check. I haven't asked about hosting one yet or approval ect since I wanted to see if anyone would be interested?
If so what kind of price range would be reasonable for you? Would you prefer to buy things? Make things or both?
I think it would be best to stick with the smaller animals, since I know buying anything for my horse can run into a lot more than the little guys. Anyway thoughts?
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Id Be totally down for this !
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i'd be up for this too! this sounds super fun :P
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If there is one, count me in!
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Ooh, that would be cool! The only thing is there would probably have to be rules about treats and their ingredients/country of origin (I think treats made in China are still killing dogs, so...). And I guess a question would be what types of toys are okay for your pet (i.e. if your dog plays rough, they would need something like a kong and definitely not a plushie or anything with a squeaker!). But things like custom collars, leashes, sweaters and accessories for those of us who might occasionally dress up our dogs... All kinds of cool ideas!
Anyway, if this were to happen I'd be interested! :)
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Yes, there has been in the past.
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I would be interested if the time frame was right ;)
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I would be interested in this sort of thing! :)
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I'm actually surprised there haven't been more responses. I thought there would be more people interested in it.
That's a good thing to mention about treats. In swaps I've done with other pet owners I've very rarely sent treats because I don't ask for any. Like our dogs one has lots of allergies and had an issue before with a food making her puke blood, lots of vet tests unfun.
I guess everyone would need to be pretty specific about what their animals could have. It doesn't have to just be food or toys because I've done bandanas before and have made like hammocks and things for rats. I got blankets from someone before with the dogs names on it that they sleep with. I guess that also brings up how much people would want to spend?
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I'd love to make things for someone's animal~ <3
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I got blankets from someone before with the dogs names on it that they sleep with.
Those were fun to make :P. Glad they use them!
You know I'm always interested in a pet items swap :)
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I think 20$ is a good number. We could also list dislikes/likes and allergies if our pet has them.
Post Merge: March 27, 2015, 10:43:52 PM
I think 20$ is a good number. We could also list dislikes/likes and allergies if our pet has them.
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I'm a dog supplies hoarder. Lol.. seriously. Count me in.
$15-$20 sounds good to me. Maybe we can include an extra treat for the pet "parent"? :)
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I'd love to do this! Spoiling my critters is one of my favorite things to do!
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me tooo!
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I would love to do this! My kitty is super spoiled.
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I'd love to join in on this if it happens! My ferret is a spoiled one, that's for sure. :P
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I'd love to join in on this if it happens! My ferret is a spoiled one, that's for sure. :P
Omg I want a ferret so badly!
Awesome, with more people chiming in I feel like it would be something doable. The price range of $15-20 sounds good to me. We could do $15 and then maybe suggest five towards extras which would be pet parent related. I know my dogs are excited to get anything from anyone.
I'll see about typing up something today to propose to the moderators.
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I'd love to join!
My rats always need new toys etc and hammocks because they chew through everything so quickly :blush: and my cat is easy to shop for because she only plays with those 99c crinkly foil balls :lol:
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Ohhhh I love rats! They just don't live long enough!
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I may be interested in this. I love pet shopping. I wouldn't mind buying or making (treats). I have some sensitive pets and have experience buying for them. Have to see where this goes.
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I would LOVE to do a swap like this! I'm in!
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Didn't want anyone to think I forgot. I just had a weirdly crazy week. :lol: I'll get something together to submit this weekend and see if can get it approved. ^.^
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Hooray! I keep checking in worried I may miss it.
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Hooray! I keep checking in worried I may miss it.
Same here Xp
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Oh no I'm sorry! you haven't missed it yet. :P
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I would totally be into something like this. I have 4 cats and 3 dogs and no kids! So my pets are like my children. :P
~Jennifer
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I hope this goes on... I would love to be a participant depending on when it's hosted...
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I'd possibly be interested in this swap depending on the time frame and budget. I have 2 small dogs who would love gifts and treats. :biggrin: Would it only be like dogs and cats? I can't think of any other animals that are easy enough to shop for and mail items.
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I'd possibly be interested in this swap depending on the time frame and budget. I have 2 small dogs who would love gifts and treats. :biggrin: Would it only be like dogs and cats? I can't think of any other animals that are easy enough to shop for and mail items.
Rats, guinea pigs, hamsters, ferrets, etc are all easy enough to shop for and Mail items for :).
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I'd possibly be interested in this swap depending on the time frame and budget. I have 2 small dogs who would love gifts and treats. :biggrin: Would it only be like dogs and cats? I can't think of any other animals that are easy enough to shop for and mail items.
Rats, guinea pigs, hamsters, ferrets, etc are all easy enough to shop for and Mail items for :).
Definitely easier than shopping for like a fish and mailing a fish bowl or something. :lol:
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Any word on this? :)
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Any word on this? :)
I've typed up something to submit for mod approval, but I haven't done it yet. Honestly with the end of the year so close the students have been keeping me busy. I've been at work from like four a.m. to eight p.m. almost everyday(who says teachers have it easy? Lol). My school lets out in two weeks though, so I intend to submit it then. I'll have sooo much free time then, and it didn't seem like long to wait. Sorry for silence! Lmao, just give me a little bit longer to get the ball rolling. ;)
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Just giving this a bump. Hoping this is still going to happen. My pets are really looking forward to it! :biggrin:
~Jennifer
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Just giving this a bump. Hoping this is still going to happen. My pets are really looking forward to it! :biggrin:
~Jennifer
Lol I have one day of work left Monday! Then I intend to submit my stuff and see what the mod gods say. :freak:
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Depending on the budget, I may still be in. I am trying to watch money now with the pony Fair being so close.
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Sent a message with some questions now just waiting
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I'd join :) I like the $15/$5 budget idea.
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Pleeaaase oh pleeaase can we do this!? I missed out on the last pet swap!!!! Im actually getting (well.... husband) is getting a ferret and I spent a lot on the setup and would LOVE to get them some pink kawaii toys!!! :3
I saw some reaallly cute sushi and donut plushies that would be really good for pets!!!
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Pleeaaase oh pleeaase can we do this!? I missed out on the last pet swap!!!! Im actually getting (well.... husband) is getting a ferret and I spent a lot on the setup and would LOVE to get them some pink kawaii toys!!! :3
I saw some reaallly cute sushi and donut plushies that would be really good for pets!!!
Soooo jealous. I totally want a ferret, but we have tons of pets as it is at the moment. I've actually seen the toys you're talking about they are adorable. I'll get things submitted this week. Sorry, I know everyone has been waiting. It's been crazy in my house with some drama but its settling out. I'll send in my stuff today to see if I can get approval. :cool:
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Any news!?? :-3 Eeeeeek I saw some CUTE pet stuff today on clearance at Petsmart that would be perfect for this swap!!! Also some cute things online that would be perfect for cats and dogs!!!
hehe we did get a ferret! :3 She would really love this swap as she wants MORE toys!! All she wants to do is play!!!!
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I'm still totally down for this swap! By the time things get going, I should have another ferret. :P
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I cannot wait to see your new ferret!!!! Are you going for any colors in particular!? OMG another Petco I went to had a champagne colored sable!!! She was sooooooo CUTE!! She got snatched up though!!! Her little light brown mask! x3
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Ferrets yeah! I'm wanting to get one really badly.
Well most people don't know this since I've only posted about it in certain areas, but I'm currently going through a rough break up that is resulting in divorce. It's the reason I've been vacant and kinda spacey the last couple months since I'm spending most of my time crying. I promise you guys I will try to get this going as soon as possible, because I think having someone to shop and make things for and working with the people here will definitely cheer me up. I cannot at this moment feel good about submitting a swap till I'm a little better emotionally.
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So sorry to hear that Maddie! Those kind of tumultuous life changes can take so much out of you!
Take your time and Im sure we'll all be just as thrilled to do a pet swap whenever youre feeling more ready to take it on. I agree it probably would be a good positive distraction once youre ready to dive in :)
Best of luck getting through your relationship transition, you'll only come out stronger on the other side!