Regarding New Changes on IndyPaws

I understand why the changes were made, but that doesn't mean it's better for the site. Seems like it wasn't broken.... why change so many things so quickly? That's all. Indypaws is not like other sites, which is why I like it here.

Thanks for the explanation. I kind of like the new changes and I'm sure we will all get used to it eventually. I certainly appreciate everything that's done to keep the site running, we all have a great time with it at our house!

Thanks Kelly for the input, I always wondered if Kathi was doing this by herself. She does a great job.

As for the changes, I think most of us like most of the changes but some of the changes not so much. Does that makes sense? I do like the galleries and the new pics uploaded features. I'm not too fond of the changing avitars, and the last comment displaying on the home page - that's really the only thing that bothers me. I'll get used to the owner to owner section I'm sure. I'm not a regular blogger on any other site so maybe that's why the changing avitars are confusing. Could be for others as well.

I just think that it will take more time for everyone to adjust. We're like our pets, when our routines are changed we can get cranky sometimes!

All and all I think everyone enjoys the site tremendously!

Now that I have figured out how to navigate it, I like the changes. I, too, almost never go to the Home Page, so I don't think the drastic change there made any difference to me. Pet Talk is the way it has always been, except now we can reply and have that cool feature of the pop-up comment. I like the fact that our yellow envelopes and red hearts are back, thank you for doing that, Kathi. I still can't get an avatar picture up for Luna, but that will be corrected sooner or later, no big deal. I REALLY like the fact that you added positions for all of us crazy people who keep adopting more than our allowed number of profiles. I'm pretty old (55) and not very technologically savvy, so I figure if I can navigate it AND embrace the changes ANYONE can. And Kelly, thank you for explaining Kathi's very big and difficult job. I knew she did a lot, but had no idea that it was that much. Kathi, my hat is off to you. Thanks for starting this, keeping it running, and trying to make it the best site possible.

Like anything else that's new, it takes a bit of getting used to. I'm old (well, kind of--LOL) and I'm slowly adjusting, as usual. Change is always good if you go at it with the right attitude.

We too think the changes will be great once all the kinks get out...

Thanks Kelly and Jersey Joe. We really do appreciate everything Kathi has done for this site. We love Indypaws and I'm sure we'll get used to the changes.

It was a bit of a shocker when I first signed in to see the new changes, and I afterward I had some problems signing in, but everything seems to be fine to me. The site pretty much seems to be the same as it was before, expect a little more user-friendly, like where everything is placed and such. I don't mind it, but I will have to get used to it. Kudos to Kathi. :)

We REALLY love this site and we are forever greatful to Kathi for keeping it going! Like some others have said, we don't get on many(or any) other blogging sites and we just didn't understand that changing avatar on the home page. We always go to the home page first so this was very confusing to us. I am sure we will get used to it and PLEASE don't take all of our complaining to heart too much. Most of us are very happy with our routines and sometimes resist change! THANKS AGAIN Kathi for your hard work in keeping this site going!!

Absolutely thank you, Kathi. You'll never be able to please everyone. We're just thankful that we have Indypaws!!

Frankly, I found the whole "talking like a pet" thing to be a bit awkward, so I'll be interested to see how these changes affect the overall traffic.

Aw, c'mon, somebody's gotta say it...Sometimes it just takes time to teach old dogs new tricks. We agree with everyone's kudos to the discussion leaders and to Kathi!!

I am in on this. I think we should have a big PAWTY and welcome the new sight. Let us plan it now!!

I am still having trouble on signing in, uploading pictures and etc. :(.

Rachel the human

Why do bipeds need a voice? We're the ones in charge. *snort*

I work with Kathi everyday, and there isn't a more committed person around who would run this site and all that it entails. Some of the advertisers are my accounts, but the majority of them have been brought on by Kathi... in addition to all of the administrative duties that she handles. We pet lovers believe that the site was designed for us to communicate and share info...and indypaws.com responded by adding a Vet Expert to the site. The site will continue to grow and change as the needs of the users change. We're always looking at how to grow the site and add members.
I think it's time for the "big boys" to step up and target their ad dollars to this group. After all... who on this site didn't drop some serious coin at Petsmart, Petco, etc at Christmas? Anyone have an idea how we can show these large corporations that indypaws.com is a great way to target their core audience?

Gosh, guys, I'm blushing...but credit where credit's due; I am NOT a designer, nor a techie...we owe all that work to Matthew Rogers and others in the Innovation and Design Dept. at the Star. I just take the reins from there! We really do appreciate all your comments and input...this is, after all, YOUR site! :-)