i really want a dog.?

Question

but my dad wont let me and when he says no he means it and if i talk back i get in trouble! wut should i do???

Answer 1

Unless you own the house and can afford paying all the bill associated with keeping a dog, you don't really have much say, do you?

If you want to have contact with dogs anyway, there are other ways. Volunteering your time in an animal shelter is one of the ways, in which there is a win-win situation. You get to play with the dogs and the dogs get the benifit of your companionship. You can also work with your local kennel associations, and work with show dogs. This way, you'll also get to see the best of the best. You could also work part time to walk dogs. Work part time in a pet shop, vet clinic or grooming centre. Or better still, get really close with a neighbour and treat their dog like your own - except that they foot all the bills and do most of the cleaning up.

There is another possibility. Some animal shelters has foster programs. That means, you only foster a dog for some time until it becomes healthy and finds a new home. But, you'll definitely have to discuss this with your Dad first. The good thing about it is that it can be a good test to see if you and your family are ready to keep a dog for long-term.

Answer 2

Looks like you're going to have to wait. Your Dad probably doesn't want the "problems" of having a puppy in the house, i.e. chewing, messing, shedding, etc. So, not much you can do but wait. Dogs are a big commitment and it doesn't matter how big the dog is. So, I'd forget it for now. Working in a pet shelter was a good idea someone had. You might try a place like Pet Smart or Pet Hotel because they're always looking for people to help manage the animals. If you show responsibility and real desire this way maybe your Dad will relent. If he does, pick a low maintenance dog; Portuguese Water Dog comes to mind because they're a good size and have hair and won't shed.

Answer 3

Talking back won't get you anywhere good.

Following Destiny's lead here...
you could start a small dog walking service/business in your neighborhood. It would help you develop responsibility ( and prove it to your father.) Since you would be earning a little money, you could offer to help pay for the dog's upkeep, shots, etc.

An additional benefit is that you would learn about the different personalities and different needs of diff. breeds of dogs, which would help you identify what type of dog you would really like to have.

AFTER all that learning, lets say a MINIMUM of 3 months, but i would aim for 6 months instead, you could present a good case with actual data to your father:
i want this breed of dog
this is the estimated cost
this is how i can pay for it myself
I can handle feeding myself
the dog would live inside/outside
i have demonstrated that i can take a dog ( MANY dogs) for a walk several times a day. and so on.

Your Dad might still say no ( no guarantees!) BUT you will have more experience with dogs, more knowledge, and will be able to make an informed decision when you can get a dog later.

And it would not hurt at all to be able to say " I have had my own business for X number of years" on your college application.

Answer 4

I see a few suggested volunteering at an animal shelter or someplace you can work with pets.
That a splendid idea.
I'm guessing that you are young and/or under the age of 18.
I'm a mom so maybe i can help you understand why your dad maybe saying no.

Dogs are very social creatures so they need a lot of care and attention.
they have to be potty trained.bathed,fed exercised and so on,its like being in charge of a baby brother or sister 24/7 so they are not all fun and games.
also, they require vet visits very often for health care and things such as vaccinations.these visits may cost anywhere from 150 on up,and thats just for the basic visit.then the vet will charge for any vaccinations,medications,nail clippings,parasite tests...the lists goes on.So thats like 150 + whatever else.One vet visit could run up to 1,000 smackers.
then you have to be able to buy things for a dog,such as leashes,collars,toys proper diet,bedding,chew toys......if you went to the store to purchase all of those things at one time,that might run you almost 200 bux.
Then there is the issue of spaying or nuetering you pup pal.That is about a 300 dollar operation and some cities require that you do it and if you don't...you could get fined.
Also, while your in school, your pup may get loenly and tear up the house or escape from his pen outside, so would have to take care of your pup while you are in school?
It just may not be in your dad's budget to get a dog, he may not be able to afford it.
anyways, i like the idea of volunteering.Ask your dad if you can atleast do that.And maybe after you have done that for awhile and your dad sees how responsible you are...maybe he will allow you to have a dog.
Sorry he wont let you.And gl, try helping out at your local shelter for not.

Answer 5

You should do your research on dogs to show your dad that you're serious about this. But first, you should consider whether you really want a dog or not. Dogs will pee and poo in the house until they're housetrained, they'll bark loudly at times, and they'll need lots of exercise every day. They'll get sick and do nasty things, and you'll be cleaning up a lot of poop from the yard regularly. And they will live for 12 years or more.

But if you think you're willing to handle this, then show your dad you're willing to take responsibility. Try doing something that your parents expect you to do, like cleaning your room without being asked and keeping it clean. Ask your parents if you can volunteer at your local animal shelter. Here you can kind of get the hang of dog chores by doing things like walking the dogs, brushing them, and dirty jobs like cleaning kennels.

But remember, you might have to wait a while before you actually get a yes answer. If you're willing to wait, that might show that you can really handle the job of taking care of a dog for 15 years.

Answer 6

Destiny is on the right track. I volunteered at an animal shelter when I was 12, through to when I was seventeen, and I learned so much!!!

Then, when I was 18, I was well-equipped to buy and care for my own dog.

Dogs are great fun, but they're also expensive and a huge responsibility. You're just going to have to accept that maybe your Dad has a very good reason for saying no :)

Answer 7

Always respect the decision of your parents.

Often they are the ones who have to pay for the vaccinations, the dog food, vet bills and clean up the crap. Most kids seem to think that to own a dog takes no effort or responsibility on their part. I think your parents know that they are possibly going to be landed with yet another member of the household that fails to clean up its own crap, eats more than they can afford and requires as much of their precious time as you have chewed up and has fleas to boot!

Answer 8

You sound real young, and as long as you live with your dad, you have to listen to him. When you get older, and get a job, then you can have any kind of dog you want.

Answer 9

ok im assuming you're under 18. take no in stride. volunteer at an animal shelter if you really want to me around dogs or if you're old enough work at a pet store

Answer 10

dont get one cause thats why there is so many animals at pounds and shelters cause people well get a pet than they get rid cause they cant deal with them,cant have it,dont know how take care of, etc! Just cause of that there dying for nothing! So please dont get one only get a pet when u know u really can!