I am so mad at my mom.?

Question

I dont know what i sould do.Ok,I'm in 6th grade now.So when i was in fourth grade,my mom said i could get a dog,Well,it was me and my brohers dog,but mostly mine,cuz he didnt realy care,but he wanted a dog.So,It was in january,i guess it was like a christmas present from everyone.Anyways,It pooped in the house,keep in mind it was a puppy and suposibly housetrained.But the dog was nervise,so,Ya know,it had to go cuz it was scared.So i went in the bathroom to tell my brother,she yelled at ,me,cuz i dint pick i tup.
1.It wasnt my fault
2.I didnt know how,my mom was going to teach it,and
3.Why did she yell at me.
And this was a stray dog,my aunts found it in the middle of the road,so they picked it up,and it never had a home,si this was its first home,so it probily felt loved.And my mom ,made lisa(one of my twin aunt)See i have aunts tat are twins,anyways,She made her come and get her to take her back cuz it craped in the floor.I was so upset.It was my first dog to myself.

I didnt even get a day with it.And i was realy sad,so she said that we could get it back in the spring.That was january 2005.So here it is,almost 2007 and still i havent gooten her back.And my auntsa still have her.My mom said we dont need anymore dogs.But she was going to let me have it almost 3 years ago.And we had a dog then too.I said i would housetrsin it too.What should i do??????Thanks.

Y AKNOW WHAT.I DO STUDY!!!!!ID ONT TYPE IN SCHOOL.K?????????/I MGIHT HAVE MISSED A KEY OR ACIDENTALLY PUSHED ONE.K??????????AND I DONT NEED TO SPELL RIGHT NOW.I DO,BUT,LOVE IS BETTER THEN EDUCATION.

I have a hamdster,but then,i had 2 hamsters when i got Angel.(the dog)And i took care of them very well.They lived OVER the average lifespan of a hamster.

And my hamster is too easy to take care of right now.And i dont even get to play with it.And,the dog wont stay in my room,And when it does,the hamster is on a high shelf,and the dog is like only 2 feet tall or something.And it only weighs bout,maby 40-50 opounds.And its been around animals all its life,so its use to them.

I have my dog,I dont want a nother dog.I basically cried to sleep that night and other nights and its been two years.She also lied to me i will point out.

IT WAS ALSO MY BROTHERS DOG,BUT MY MOM SAID THAT HE WOULDNT HAVE TO PICK UP ITS MESS,BECAUSE HE HAD ''A WEAK STOMACH''SO I WOULD HAVE TO DO THE TRAINING,AND EVERYTHING WHILE HE WENT AND JUST PLAYED WITH IT AND STILL TOOK CREDIT.

Answer 1

Awww... i'm sorry hunny:( That is really not fair what your mom did. To give you a dog and not realize that you have to train it. That is not fair to you or the dog. Dogs are very precious and i believe that everyone should grow up with dogs because it makes them better people. Your mom needs to know that dogs do not come to you fully trained. It takes time and you have to work with the dog but the joy that a dog brings you is worth all you went through to train it.

Take this advice from a girl whos dad would never let her have a dog until I got one without telling him and he didnt like it at first but now he LOVES my dog:)!

I hope your mom goes and gets the dog back for you! She is wrong for doing what she did!

Answer 2

I think what you should do is do some research on the computer and find out where there are some places that you can take a dog to puppy trainging classes. Find out how much these classes cost. (I think usually they cost like a hundred at Petsmart.) Next, save up some money. this might be a long process, but I'm sure if you put your mind to it, you can find some things to do to make money. You can also probably find some tips at making money on the internet. Do you get an allowance? Save that as well. Save up enough for the classes, and then enough to get a dog from the local kennel/dog pound. Be sure to be respectful to your mom. Try not to argue with her. Do all your chores and be helpful around the house. Show your mom that you are responsible!!! Next, write down a conversation that you will have with your mom about the dog. Perfect the conversation. Make sure this conversation is not whiney, or accusing. Do this to have in your head what you will say. Stay calm when you talk with your mom. Talk with her when she is in a reasonably good mood. Say, "Mom, I know that we had to give the other dog away because he wasn't trained, but I did some research and found out that it costs _____ (example: $100) to train a dog at _____ (Petsmart.)" Make sure you have your facts straight!!!! Then, tell her that you worked hard and saved your money so that you can take the dog to the classes. Tell her that you feel you are more responsible now, and that you would really like to have a dog. You can even mention that you have enough saved to go to a kennel/dog shelter to purchase a dog there. Tell her that getting a dog from a shelter is better than buying one from a breeder, because there is an overpopulation of unwanted dogs. You would be possibley saving a dog's life!!!!

Answer 3

6th grade,, so you are what 12 now?? Fear not you have a lifetime to enjoy the companyonship of a dog. There really is no rush, even tho' it seems so.
My parents were dog people, I grew up going to both dog shows and field trials. I think I learned how to clean kennels before learning how to walk, (wasn't my favorite thing to do wnen I was a kid) and I HAD to do it every day. But still, I was an adult and living on my own before I had a dog that was actually mine and nobody elses. If you talk to my children they will tell you the exact same story, and now they have dogs of their own and show them very sucessfully.
The major thing with having pets is RESPONCIBILITY, always has been, always will be. Ultmatlly the head of the household is the person that has to assume that responcibility, reguardless of who's pet it is.
All this just to say,, be patient,, you will have your dog when the time is right.

Answer 4

Awww, sweetie I feel you! All I wanted my whole life was a dog! My Dad kept his foot firmly on the floor and said NO WAY. I resolved that I would have a dog no matter how long it took. Infact, I waited until i was about to graduate from college and lived in an apartment that allowed dogs before I even considered getting one. Luckily for you, your mother doesn't seem that opposed to a dog, just opposed to being the one that cleans up after it. If you really want the dog you need to seriously commit to the idea of a dog first. I suggest reading a few general books on housebreaking, training, and breed guides(afterall, you need a puppy that fits your personality). My favorite book that helped the most was "The Dog Owners Manual," by Dr. David Brunner and Sam Stall, which delves into diseases and problems your dog might have. The internet is also an amazing resource.

If I were you I would start asking friends who have pets(well behaved pets) where they got their dogs from, start looking in phone books for breeders. since you're too young to have a car, talk to them on the phone. Read lots of books and prove to your mother that you really would be a responsible puppy owner. If that doesn't work, wait until you get older. not old enough to move out, but old enough to have a job, since again, your mom doesn't seem to be opposed to having a dog in the house, then buy one yourself, just make sure you save up enough to take care of it. all together care can cost upwards of 2000 dollars in the first year.

Answer 5

It sounds to me like your Mom isn't really a dog person. Before asking for another dog or to get that one back... go to the library and get books on training. Read them where she will NOTICE you doing this. My bet is after she sees that you are willing to read and learn how to properly train the dog.... she will give in.
You could also volunteer at the shelter to show your Mom how committed you are to getting a dog and being responsible.

Hope I helped you and let us know how it goes.
Good Luck!


I disagree with biscuit... sorry! Each of my children at the age of 7 got their own dog. They did most of the work......... I taught them how to train the dogs BUT they had to do it themselves. Yes, if they were not home, I put them out but for the most part... they did it all. Any child that has the love for dogs and given the right support... will become a responsible owner. AND yes, kids often do make good on their promises to take care of them. Mine did... even down to grooming and show training for Junior Handling! It isn't Rocket Science... It's love and dedication. I say the Mom should give the kid a chance................ the kid already knows if she doesn't take care of it that the dog will be gone!

I hope your mother reconsiders hon. I bet you would be a great owner!

Answer 6

Okay, this seems like a really longstanding problem and I don't think at this point that your mom is going to take back Angel. But if you prove yourself responsible, maybe she will finally understand you are ready to take the responsibility of a dog on your own. So maybe you could put out fliers and hang signs in supermarkets that you arre starting a pet watching service in your area (somewhere you don't have to depend on mom to bring you, where you can walk or ride a bike.) I use a 6th grader as my pet sitter several times a year and he's reliable. He makes some money and his mo sees that neighbors trust him with their precious pets. It may sound intimidating, but it's a step in the right direction.

Maybe you could talk seriously and calmly to your mom about getting another dog, a puppy perhaps that you could train. If you promise to clean up after it and help pay the expenses and be responsible for feeding it, she might think seriously about letting you get one. Check with the local dog pound or if you have any school mates with puppies maybe you try to adopt one. Put an add in the school paper letting everyone know you are looking to give a puppy a good home.

Most importantly, be honest with yourself. Are you truely committed to walking the dog twice a day, taking it out to poop and pee, feeding it on a regular schedual and keeping it clean and mostly playing with it for an extended period of time? Can you afford to get it to the vets for shots and care? If the dog becomes Mom's responsibility, she'll get rid of it and you might not get another chance.

Lots for you to consider here. I believe dogs are beneficial to people. They calm and relax and provide a source of unconditional love. But they come with a lot of responsibnility. Make sure are ready for it. And remember in 6 more years you may be going to college and can't take a dog. that means it will have to be quiet and well trained and accepted by your mom, who will have to watch it for you until you get home.

Best wishes. I hope you suceed in turning your mom into your way of thinking. And I hope you give a dog a lot of love and care. Let me know how you make out if possible.

A doglover

Answer 7

Well you should probably prove to your mom that you are really capable to handle a dog. When you go over your aunts house, show them how responsible you'll be. Try to teach the dog some tricks, take him for a walk, and clean-up after him. I don't have a dog but my friend does so she had the same problem, and she got the dog.

Answer 8

You are in 6th grade so that should make you 11? How long do you really think this dog would hold your attention? Your mom will end up taking care of it along with you and your brother. She doesn't need more to worry about. You should be glad that your aunt kept the dog and maybe ask your mom if you can go visit the dog more often.

Answer 9

im so sorry hunny but theres nothing you can do. if your mom doesnt want a dog then i guess your gonna have to wait. you can always go over to your aunts house to see it. i think its retarded that your mom yelled at you for something out of your control. try not to take it personal. some years down the road youll have your own placce and you can have as many doggies as you want. cheer up at least your mom didnt have the dog put down. i know it hurts to loose your first dog. i lost mine too. i had to give him away to another family because i couldnt take care of it any more. its a long story. i still cry about it sometimes, it been almost a year, (will be this christmas eve) but it was the best thing for him. hes happy, healthy and in loveing care.

dont worry. cheer up and dont let it get you down. best of blessing. :)

Answer 10

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