I really want a puppie but my parents wont let me because they think it will destroy stuff what can I do or say to help convince them to get 1??
2007-01-27 03:33:15 · 36 answers · asked by Anonymous in Pets ➔ Dogs
I. Rasie your grades in school.
2. Don't spend so much time on the Internet, but 'interact' with your parents.
3. Show extra responsibility around the house by doing extra chores, especially keeping things clean and making 'meals' if possible.
4. Learn to spell properly (not computereze) and write out what YOU will do to teach the puppy 'good manners' inside and out, and write out a 'feeding schedule,' walking schedule, playing with the puppy schedule, and training schedule to show them that YOU will be 'responsible' for the dog.
5. If you are old enough, get a job so you can start a savings account to cover the dog's vet bills and food bills, and can 'replace anything it destroys' and KEEP IT UP.
I know it's 'hard' but your parent's probably don't like dogs to begin with, and they also probably don't think that you would be any help in 'raising it.' By doing everything I've outlined, you can show them that you are trying to be a responsible 'grown up' so that they'll get you a puppy. It may take a year, but if you have any chance at all, being ULTRA RESPONSIBLE is the best way.
2007-01-27 03:47:53 · answer #1 · answered by Kris L 7 · 2⤊ 0⤋
You don't say how old you are so I would wonder if perhaps your parents don't think that you are old enough to be responsible for a puppy.
Owning a puppy is a lot more than just walking and feeding. You have to train them to obey. To come when called to stop doing things that can cause problems and it isn't always easy to get a puppy to obey. There are methods and training schools. Try checking out the local Puppy Kindergartens for price and save your own money to take a puppy to school then approach your parents again. Taking responsibility before you have the pup might convince them that you can take care of a pup.
By the way, not all puppies are destructive but bored puppies are always destructive.
2007-02-04 02:26:52 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Destructive habits depend a lot on the breed of a dog. If these habits are your big priority, I would recommend getting a lap dog type breed. Shih-tzu's are cute, don't drool, don't shed, too small to destroy much, etc. There are many other small breeds that might fit your bill. Unfortunately, those breeds come with their own set of problems, mainly health-related. I am really starting to think MY shih-tzu is a schizo. Another extremely important factor is the puppy's parentage, and also the reputability of the breeder. Make sure you do your homework. Solid fact may be best to convince your parents. Good Luck! :)
2007-02-03 10:44:45 · answer #3 · answered by Anya the Drama Empress 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
You didn't say how old you were. Maybe your parents don't want a dog. How sad. You should show them you are responsible to care for the pup. Read up and learn everything you can, bringing a puppy into the home can be very trying. Puppies will destroy stuff if you let them, you must show your pup you are boss first thing. They need lots of attention and toys, and yes training and patients. Maybe you could take some classes and take your pup to obedience school. Good luck. I can't imagine my home without a dog!!!
2007-01-27 03:45:32 · answer #4 · answered by lucysmom 4 · 0⤊ 1⤋
Compromise. Since a puppy can be a bit on the destructive side see if you can get them to agree on a dog that is in need of a good home, that is out of the chewing tearing up stage. People have to get rid of good dogs all the time. find one. Maybe they will accept this better than a little puppy
2007-02-03 09:45:36 · answer #5 · answered by kristina r 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Puppy
2007-02-02 02:41:21 · answer #6 · answered by somanyquestions 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
All puppies chew and drag out, tear up things. Maybe you should check at the local vets office and see if anyone is wanting to give away an older pet that has passed the puppy stage and one that is trained...you just might have more of a chance with an older pet
2007-02-03 16:40:26 · answer #7 · answered by Nancy 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Get a cat. that would lower maintance. Puppies are great, but they are puppies for about 3 years, and they will chew on everything. The only alternitive, is a dog kennal when you are not at home, but I would guess that you go to school, and that means that poor dog will be locked up for up to 10 hours a day. So maybe a cat might be a better route to go.
2007-02-03 08:29:39 · answer #8 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Well, as a parent, I know that begging will not work. It will only make them angry. I would try to talk to them and see what they are concerned about the most and then try to think up ways to prove to them that you are mature enough to handle a puppy. Try starting a "dog walking" service in your neighborhood, volunteering at a shelter, reading lots of books about dogs and saving your money. Once your parents see you doing all of these things, they might see you as being grown up enough to handle a dog. Remember, puppies are so cute and cuddly - but they are a tremendous amount of work and they all grow up to be dogs someday. Good luck.
2007-02-03 15:37:58 · answer #9 · answered by abby 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
If you need to convince your parents that a dog would be a good idea then trust me whn I say, forget about it, Puppies are very demandin they need social intercaction 24/7 and I think your parents know how responsible you are at this moment in time.....
Puppies chew, they nned training, they need to be fed correctly and so much more, maybe it would be wise to wait a while.
2007-02-02 02:45:52 · answer #10 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋