i know... you have to give it responsibility and love and care and all of that stuff. i will try to do my best in that...but is there anything else i can do? please...if anyone has any ideas of a dog i should get here are the characteristics i need it to have:
a small dog! (little brother)
does not bite or shed, easily house trained and low maintnence
2006-11-10 02:45:43 · 12 answers · asked by Anonymous in Pets ➔ Dogs
As a rescuer of animals, I understand them saying know to you. Most of the animals that come into our rescue are owner turn in, the number one reason is child lost interest in the pet, followed closely by I got it for my child and they where not taking care of it, and I did not want to take care of it either.
If you really want a pet, you need to show that you are becoming responsible. Do things with out having to be asked, also ask if you can help out, cooking cleaning dishes or mow the lawn or rake leaves, for a week or so. If you have a low grade in a subject work to bring it, up. Do not bring up wanting a pet. Then after that ask if there are ways you can help out around the home, trash, dished sweep or mop, ask for chores. If you show that, you are becoming more responsible you may not be over looked the next time you ask.
As a rescuer of animals, I understand them saying know to you. Most of the animals that come into our rescue are owner turn in, the number one reason is child lost interest in the pet, followed closely by I got it for my child and they where not taking care of it, and I did not want to take care of it either.
If you really want a pet, you need to show that you are becoming responsible. Do things with out having to be asked, also ask if you can help out, cooking cleaning dishes or mow the lawn or rake leaves, for a week or so. If you have a low grade in a subject work to bring it, up. Do not bring up wanting a pet. Then after that ask if there are ways you can help out around the home, trash, dished sweep or mop, ask for chores. If you show that, you are becoming more responsible you may not be over looked the next time you ask.
Another reason she may be saying no to you, is the sad fact is once a puppy or kitten is past its cuteness; or a pet displays behaviors we do not know how to deal with, many pets are discarded like old newspapers. On average 100,000 cats and dogs and puppies are listed on www.petfinder.com, daily. The National Council reports it on Pet Population Study and Policy, from the 5000 or so US agencies who responded to the survey, that over 2 million dogs enter shelters annually. Of those 27% are relinquished by owners, 42% are turned in by animal control, 31 by other sources, of these dogs, 56% are euthanized.
Have-A-Heart Guinea Pig Rescue
http://www.petfinder.org/shelters/NJ250.html
2006-11-10 03:12:45 · answer #1 · answered by pinkpiggies336 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
No dog is, really, low maintainence unless you intend to neglect its' needs, and saying that you'll 'do your best' shows that you aren't ready for the responsibility. Think of a dog as your child that you will have to take care of for sixteen to eighteen years - if you slip and don't 'do your best', that dog will suffer for it, perhaps even die.
Before you get a dog of your own, why not volunteer to be a foster parent in some of the programs sponsered by animal protection groups? A foster parent takes in a dog, temporarily, until a home is found for it, and you can specify the size of the dog you want to work with. This will show your parents that you not only can take care of an animal, but it gives you an idea of how much work that job actually is.
2006-11-10 02:56:45 · answer #2 · answered by dingobluefoot 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Some other things your parents consider.
What kind of history do you (personally) have on handling responsibilities?
Do you follow through with your responsibilities?
Cost of food & supplies
Cost of Vet bills (including emergency vet treatment)
Is anyone home during the day (can the dog handle being alone)?
For times when the dog is alone it needs to be confined in a safe place (fenced yard, dog run, house, gated area, crate, kennel).
The family has to be willing to work on training with the dog.
--the biggest part of pet training is people training--
Traveling - When your family goes on vacation, if the pet does not travel with you, it will have to have a daily petsitter (feed, water, let out to go to the bathroom at min 2x daily, attention, exercise) or be boarded at a reputable kennel.
Renting: If your parents rent your home, some places will not allow tenants to have pets -or- will allow no more then 2 pets but require a non-refundable "pet deposit" (designed to cover the cost of pet damage).
Take a look over this website. It has alot of great information.
US Humane Society:
http://www.hsus.org/pets/pet_adoption_information/
2006-11-10 03:33:16 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Terriors are small dogs and very smart. If you brush them daily they shouldnt shed much other places. All dogs are high maintnence because they will now be a part of the family. It worked with my mom if I brought a puppy home and said i just found it, that it was lost. She fell in love and although we tried to "find the owner" ended up keeping it when we didnt :D
2006-11-10 02:50:23 · answer #4 · answered by Rae 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
A Shih Tzu does not shed and if you get a mini ST they do not bite (even the big one) Mini they are 4/5 lbs Big 15/16 lbs.
You do have to brush them and keep their hair short.
May be you could borrow a dog from a friend for the week-end and let your parents witness how good your are with the animal!
Good luck
2006-11-10 02:52:00 · answer #5 · answered by Taraboule 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Write up a "contract" listing all the things that you will do to take care of the dog.
For example:
I promise to:
1. walk the dog daily or as needed.
2. clean up all messes created by the dog, including poop-scooping.
3. feed the dog and notify you (my parents) when we need to buy food.
...and anything else that pet-care requires. Also consider contributing FUNDS to care for the dog (reduced allowance? money from jobs or gifts? etc.). Your parents will (and should) appreciate this, and your chances of them allowing you to have a dog will
This will show them that you are aware of your responsibilities, and that you will agree in writing (very important for grown-ups!) to take care of all the dogs needs. This is how you can show that you are ready for a dog, because how else can you prove your readiness?
2006-11-10 02:59:44 · answer #6 · answered by RolloverResistance 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
You need to convince your parents that you are ready to take on the responsibility of caring for a dog. In the end, there may be nothing you can do to convince them. It's their house. If they don't want a dog, you need to respect that.
2006-11-10 02:49:15 · answer #7 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Dogs r loving creatuessss. If u train them well, they'll guard your house+++ love you. So ask your parents to get a good doggo at home
2006-11-10 03:17:55 · answer #8 · answered by Anand 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
A Lasa Apso. They are so cute, They are small. They never shed. The bond with one person (so you need to spend time with him a lot in the beginning; only you feed him, give him water, play with him, etc. In this way he will make his link to you and you will be friends for life.) Get pictures of Lasas and put them on the fridge, etc. They will break anyone's hard heart. :)
2006-11-10 02:49:08 · answer #9 · answered by Isis 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋
well you cant convince them you have to show them you have responsibility it is a lot of work that is how
2006-11-10 02:49:13 · answer #10 · answered by lovelife24 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋