Earlier this year my dog that I've had for 14 years passed away, I miss her a lot and it feels so weird not having her around anymore. So now I'm starting to want another dog but I know my mom does not. I'm in my late teens, work, and have been taking care of my pets completely (paying for vet visits, food, cleaning up after them etc.) so it's not like I'm not responsible. Anyone have any ideas on how I might be able to convince her or how to go about asking her?
2006-11-26 08:46:44 · 13 answers · asked by Chihiro00 5 in Pets ➔ Dogs
Thanks everyone who answered, I'm not sure why she doesn't want another dog.I know it doesn't have to do with college though because I'm not going away to college (as in moving on campus), I'll still be living at home. I'm going to sit down and talk to her about it though and see how things go.
2006-11-26 13:42:02 · update #1
one thing that happened to my parents is that they didnt want to see another loved pet die again. Sometimes it is just too hard on them especially when they are older. Also she may not want to just have the dog a few years and then you go off to college and now it is in her hands. She may not want to care for a dog for 10 or more years after you leave the house. Like you said you cared for all the animals and then she will have to care for it. Just sit down and talk with her about it and see exactly why she doesnt want to get another one and maybe you can comprimise.
2006-11-26 08:52:37 · answer #1 · answered by Jenny 3 · 1⤊ 0⤋
I assume you are a Junior or Senior in High School. It's great that you have a plan for the next 4-5 years, but you have to remember that dogs live for 10-15 years.
What happens after you graduate college? Will you then be working 8-10 hours a day like most Americans? That's not fair to a dog.
Are you going to have to travel or Intern for your major? What do you plan to do with the dog during this time?
What if you fall in love and your sig other is allergic? Will mom be stuck with the dog?
What if your parents decide to move and you have to dorm it? Or move to a pet free apartment?
What happens if the dog downs a cup of coffee during finals week? Or gets hit by a car? Or get super sick? Can you take that week off to nurse him back to health and spend $1000+ on vet bills?
In college, assuming you will be full time, half your day will be spent there and more during weeks that papers are due or tests are happening. This, on top of working, will leave how much time with the dog?
At least once a day we see this "how can I convince my parents?" stuff, and honestly, 99% of the time, it's just not a good idea. Kids and teens should not own animals. There are just far too many things going on in their lives to be responsible enough for it. Sorry, but it's the honest truth.
Good luck to you. : )
2006-11-26 14:14:31 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Dogs are a lot of responsibility, much like having a child. You must train a puppy and this can be a very arduous, trying task that requires consistency and patience every day. If you are just turning 13, it is likely that over the next few years, your social life will not allow you to be at home to spend the kind of time with a dog that it needs. What will you do when you go to college? You can't take it with you. Who will let it out every 1-3 hours while you are in school until it learns to hold it 6-8 hours? You also have to consider how much money it costs to have a dog each year. Hundreds to thousands of dollars...food, vet bills, shots, flea medication, heartworm treatments, vaccinations, grooming, county license, etc. Getting a puppy is a decision that will affect your parents. They will have to drive you to the vet appointments and help you to keep track of all of the things that a dog needs. I have two dogs, and get up at 5:00a.m. EACH AND EVERY morning, no excuses, to walk these dogs before I go to work (even in a snowstorm!!!). I also do the same at 10:00p.m. each night so they have been exercised and will sleep. It is great that you are so helpful and responsible around the house and take care of your other pets so well...stick with that for now. :)
2016-05-23 05:25:25 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Why does your mom not want another dog?
It may be that she misses the old dog, or that she is concerned that you will leave for college and she will have to care for the new dog. If you do plan on leaving the home, she probably feels that there is no guarantee that you will be able to take the dog with you. I would find out exactly why she is apprehensive. Perhaps it is better if you dont get the dog, or maybe she just needs to be reassured it is a good decision.
2006-11-26 08:51:03 · answer #4 · answered by chanel217 2 · 2⤊ 0⤋
My friend's dog died about a year ago and her mom didn't want her to get a new one. She begged and stuff, but it didn't work. What she then did after that was show her mom pictures of cute dogs, and told her about how much she missed the old one, and how she wanted another to take its place. She also convinced her mom that she would be responsible for the dog. After a few months of this, her mom finally gave in, and they now have a new dog. Good luck!
2006-11-26 09:09:05 · answer #5 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 1⤋
You should wait. You are either close to moving out on your own or going to college. Once you have your own apartment, that is the time to decide to get a dog or not.
2006-11-26 08:57:56 · answer #6 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Aww I'm soo sorry. Get any dog that is in the toy breed group (small dogs) they are soo much easier to take care of. Tell your mom how much you miss your other dog and how responsible you are. Crate train your dog. It is very helpful
2006-11-26 11:06:33 · answer #7 · answered by vincent i 1 · 0⤊ 1⤋
Look up the great dogs available> http://search.petfinder.com/petnote/displaypet.cgi?petid=7291284
And just show her the pics of the ones that really NEED the both of you..You can find them already house-trained, and spayed/neutered..So, many of the problems are already nil..You will learn more about each dog by clicking on their pics.
2006-11-26 09:01:10 · answer #8 · answered by Chetco 7 · 2⤊ 0⤋
Promise them that the dog will be YOURS & that it will go with you when you move out. But if you go to college, who will the dog stay with then?
2006-11-26 09:48:12 · answer #9 · answered by realh2h 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Tell your parents that you would take great care of a new dog, and it would be a good experience to learn how to take care of a kid/baby.
2006-11-26 08:52:25 · answer #10 · answered by KT 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋