how can i convince my mom and dad into buying me a pet?

Question

how can i convince my mom and dad into bying me a really cute fuzzy animal?

Answer 1

I don't think you can. Sounds like you have already tried. Maybe they are unsure about your caring for your new animal, as it is a large responsiblilty. Find out their exact reasons for not getting you a pet. Remember, there are may animal shelters that love volunteers, so maybe you can see if after school or on weekends you could help out a few hours. It would teach you quickly how much work an animal really is, and also the shelter would benefit from your assistance.

Answer 2

tell us why they are against and what pet u want???
how about compromise - a more easily maintained pet. bunnies or guinea pigs are so cute and no trouble. or even smaller, a tiny little hamster. it must be no trouble - (birds toss feathers all over the place)
Or bargain - if i really try hard and achieve what-was-that, dont you think that i can deserve and have the bunny afterwards? instead of "mom, can i have a horse today?" this will make tehm realize that it is not a compulsive idea but something that you have wanted for some time and are ready to wait for it. you are young, so DO NOT consider the battle lost if you end up with a different and not so cool animal than u wanted. If you show that u can take care of a little thing, then u just bring home something bigger. When i was a little kid i started wit a budgie and i had to won a battle over it. later other animals came, last year i simply presented my father with a full grown porcupine as if it was the most commonplace thing in the world - and he took it quite so.

Answer 3

It sounds like you may have already tried unsuccessfully to persuade your parents into buying you a "really cute fuzzy animal". What sort of pet do you want? Why do you want this particular pet? These are the questions you should be able to answer. You should also be prepared to tell your parents everything that is involved in this animal's care. You should know the cost of maintaining this pet: food, cage, litter, treats, vet visits, accessories, etc. Then you should be ready to let your parents know how you are going to pay for those things, and how you are going to pay for the initial cost of this "really cute fuzzy animal". Research various pets: mice, rats, chinchillas, hedgehogs, sugar gliders, hamsters, guinea pigs, rabbits, gerbils. Learn all you can about them and their needs, and decide what sort of pet you want, what you can afford, and what will fit best with your lifestyle.

Good luck.

Answer 4

The best way is to sit them down over dinner and present your reasons why a pet would be beneficial not only to you, but for your entire family. (Your parents are the leaders of your particular family and make choices in the best interest of the family. Catering to this line of reasoning will help you a lot. Arguing for your own case will come off as immature and selfish.)

Perhaps prepare a list ahead of time of why you think your family should get a pet. Offer to help pay for it-- even if you don't have money, perhaps you could work towards it. In third grade, I remember keeping my room clean for three months in order to earn a pet rabbit. Similarly, you can offer to do chores. Keep an eye on the classifieds to buy materials for your new pet. Show them how afforable it can be if they opt for used goods.

If that doesn't work, (and it may not) perhaps look into volunteering at a shelter. They are in desperate need of animal lovers like you.

Answer 5

Well, it depends on your age and the type of cute fuzzy pet you want. I dare say they will be more inclined to let you get a puppy or a kitten than a baby skunk. You will need to show them that you are able to be responsible for the pet. (Clean up after it, feeding ect.) Also it may help if you are old enough to work or get an allowance to offer to pay for the added expense of pet food and vet visits. Maybe they could let you start with something small like a godfish; that way you could show that you are ready to care for a pet. Also you need to talk with them to see if where you live is appropriate for a pet.

Answer 6

Show your parents that you are responsible enough to care for a pet by keeping your room clean, doing your chores without being asked and keeping your grades up. Actions speak louder than words so if you show them you can be responsible, they will be more likely to believe you. Then you can suggest the possibility of rescuing an animal from a local shelter. If you do your research about various breeds and how to take care of them, your parents will probably be impressed with your hard work and determination.

Good luck.

Answer 7

Tell them how responsible you will be for it. Tell them you'll walk, feed, bath, and take great care of it. I've always wanted a puppy. When I asked my grandpa, he'd always say no. So, my grandma and I sneaked him in to the house. It's been about 3 yrs now. Isn't it ironic that the same grandpa who said he didn't want a dog, treats the dog we snuck into the house like a 3 month old baby!?!

Answer 8

You will have to show them that you are responsible and will take care of it. I know, it sucks, but if you have any chores, do them without being told, and ask them if they need any extra help. When you ask, tell them that you will take responsibility for feeding, cleaning, and cleaning up after the pet, then when you get the pet, take that responsibility do they do not get mad and give the pet away.

Answer 9

Adopt one....its cheaper usually up to $1000

and if you want an animal cuz its cute and fuzzy...maybe you shouldnt get one...they stop being cute and fuzzy when you start giving it care

Answer 10

Why not see if ther is a pet shelter you can do volunteer work at?