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Trying to get a deposit back on a puppy
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Yes, people can post on old threads - but if they aren't making a positive contribution to that old thread and are essentially creating a new topic (which the OP was) it's pointless.
They'll get a much better and more informed response by starting a new thread - which they have...
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justworriedabit said:Pollycat said:@ chukka24I would start your own thread.Although it's a similar subject, you might find that some people respond to the original post (almost a year old) instead of focusing on your issue.
HTHI do appreciate that people are allowed to post on old threads and that is why MSE leave them unlocked.You do not seem to realise that my comment was intended to help the new poster get replies to his/her problem, not as a criticism.I suggest you re-read my advice - and maybe remove your comment that is unnecessarily censorious of me.
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