My Younger sister came up to me and asked Why Wont Mommy And Daddy let me get a puppy i want to help becuse i always wanted a puppy but i dont no how to help (she is 8)
2007-01-02 10:28:09 · 10 answers · asked by Minty Fresh 1 in Pets ➔ Dogs
I would try leaving small hints around the house. Get a puppy calendar for the new year. Buy a dog magazine and read it intently all day long. Pick out the type of puppy you want and then do research on the breed. Have pictures of the type of puppy and information about the breed all over the house. Acquire an overly enthusiastic fixation with a stuffed puppy, and give only "Because he's a dog" as an explanation. Pretend to walk a dog around the house, make it extra convincing by naming it and trying to play fetch. Look into accessories with the statement "I love/<3 my dog" on them, and make sure that your parents are aware of them and the fact that it is not just a new fad. If things start getting rough and they doesn't take the hints, tell then "I'm going walk the dog," if they asks what dog, say "the puppy I wanted," if they then state that you don't have one, say "that's because you haven't bought it for me yet." in a very serious manner. All in all, try to be creative, you can have a lot of fun with this.
You may also want to have the information on the cost of owning a dog. Such as how much is expected to be paid out for the dog, the food expenses, and vet expenses for the pup. Also show them the amount of extra chores that you would do, break it down with a value per chore, that you would be willing to do in order to compensate them for the costs.
Good luck!
2007-01-02 10:46:34 · answer #1 · answered by Katslookup - a Fostering Fool! 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
While this is the answer I wrote to someone else wanting a dog, I feel that this applies to you as well. Good luck.
One of the many reasons parents do not want to get a pet for their children is that the kids lose interest in them and the parents end up taking on all the chores associated with the pet: feeding, walking, grooming it, picking up after it, etc... Too often the child will only interact with "their" pet on occasion, and pets are not an occasional responsibility, they are an every day responsibility. Think of a pet as a baby brother or sister that never grows up. There is also the cost factor. The yearly cost of good care for a dog is a minimum of $1000.00 or more. This is PER YEAR.
One way to show that you are dedicated to the idea of being a responsible dog owner is to educate yourself about dogs, their care, and what it takes to be a good dog mom or dad. If you get an allowance, start a bank account and save your money towards the cost of a dog and its upkeep. If you are old enough, get a job after school and save that money as well. A good job that will get you aquainted with in part of what it takes to care for a dog is to be a dog walker. This will also give you your doggy fix. Be sure not to take on a dog that is too big/strong for you. You do NOT want to lose your client's pet (eek!) or for either of you to get hurt. Another way to educate yourself is to volunteer at your local Humane Society Animal Shelter. I do not know of a single shelter that cannot use another animal lover to help out with the care of these poor discarded creatures. The H.S. also offers classes on pet care and training. You can also look up your local rescue orginizations and help them out.
By showing your parents that you are aware of all that it takes to be a good dog owner, you may be able to win them over. If nothing else, you can find many ways to interact with dogs until such time as you are on your own and can get one for yourself. Just remember, a pet is for life, not just "for now".
When the time comes and you can have a dog, be a hero, save a life, and adopt a shelter dog
2007-01-02 19:16:11 · answer #2 · answered by doggzma 3 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Well first u have 2 prove that u r up 2 the cosiquesnce. U have 2 also prove that u r responisble enough 2 care 4 it and not just for 1 week for life. then u start reaserching ur breed u want and print out alot of good reasonse for them and a lot of information. But be careful. u also have 2 think ahead. If u go on vacation will ur dog come withu? will it stay with a friend or relative? little thing count.
2007-01-02 18:36:21 · answer #3 · answered by cutiepup456 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Sit your parents down, and the two of you should make a presentation (include charts etc.) explaining how a dog would improve the family, the responsibilities that will be added, how you will divide the responsibilities etc.
That's how I got a bunny when I was younger.
2007-01-02 18:33:33 · answer #4 · answered by allyalexmch 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
You two could show that your responsible to take care of a dog...If you have pets at home take care them like by feeding them and playing with them! But if you don't have any pets then do household needs! like clean the kitchen or clean your room that's what i did cause we had a dog and i wanted a kitten and i got one! Good luck!
2007-01-02 18:33:21 · answer #5 · answered by Livy 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
start by saving and earning money to buy the dog. Read up all you can, on how to raise a puppy.
This will really convince any parents.
2007-01-03 02:39:47 · answer #6 · answered by chicken_mayonnaise_sandwich 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
i protested the last time for a dog but then what i actually got a bird one of them died then i protested for a dog again but then they got mea fish and that died to then my chances were up and i couldnt protes any more there saying it for your own good so do whaat s best for you and btw thats kinda of nice what y our doing for your sis
2007-01-02 18:35:02 · answer #7 · answered by chat all you want 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Maybe if you spelled "convince" correctly, they would be more inclined to treat you as an adult.
2007-01-02 18:52:41 · answer #8 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
show them your responsible. It works for me!
2007-01-02 18:35:49 · answer #9 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Beg, cry and throw a fit....LOL
2007-01-02 23:02:55 · answer #10 · answered by deb 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋