i have a puppy that im trying to hide from my parents but its not gonna work much longer, so what should i do with it. i really want to keep it. what should i say to my dad so he'll let me keep it? he loves dogs but im not sure if he wants one right now.
2007-03-01 02:21:57 · 14 answers · asked by Charlie 2 in Pets ➔ Dogs
tell them the truth. its better that they hear it from you than finding out for themselves and not trusting you.
2007-03-01 02:25:58 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
You'll probably get better results if you show the puppy to your parents rather than waiting around for them to find out themselves.
You might want to start by just initiating a conversation about dogs, and how much you like them, and how they could teach you responsibility. You might want to try impressing your parents by telling them about research you've been doing on dogs. Ask your parents' feelings on dogs, and then admit to them that you've been hiding a puppy for the last little while. Tell them that you're really sorry that you've been keeping something behind their back, but that you would really like to keep the puppy and you could take care of it and maybe even try to help cover its medical costs. Then show it to them.
For the puppy's sake, try not to bring it out at a time when someone's yelling or angry, since this will scare a puppy. Make sure everyone will be calm enough to accept the pup. And be prepared for a "no" answer. After all, you can't just expect your parents to suddenly be willing to spend hundreds of dollars on the puppy's vet bills and items, even if you do promise to take care of it.
If they do say no, then show them how mature you are by not putting up a big fuss. Ask if you can volunteer at the local animal shelter, as this will show your parents that you can handle a dog's dirty work, like cleaning kennels, grooming the dogs, and taking them for walks. Eventually they may let you get one.
If they happen to say yes, then make sure you do lots of research so that you learn how to care for your new puppy properly. Remember, he's not going to stay a puppy forever, and he'll need lots of training and socialization to become a good adult dog. Check out the link in my source list and do all the Puppy University tutorials with your parents to learn more about caring for puppies.
2007-03-01 02:42:01 · answer #2 · answered by Steel 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Tell him how much you love this puppy and how happy you have been with this puppy and that you are very sorry that you hid this puppy from him and that you will never hide anything from him again and that you couldn't help it that that puppy loved you and you love that puppy and that you had to have the puppy and if your dad will let you keep him that you will take 100 % care of the dog and you will be the best daughter in the world and that you will love your dad forever if he lets you have the puppy good luck sweetie I hope that your dad says yes I will keep my fingers crossed for you
2007-03-01 02:32:17 · answer #3 · answered by delmonticoman 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
You are not going to be able to hide your puppy for long. It is not fair to the puppy. Explain to your parents how much you want a dog and that you are willing to clean up after it and take care of it and hopefully they will say yet. Remember though if you live somewhere that dog's are not allowed your parents can't say yes, or if your family just can't support a dog then they can't say yes either no matter how much they would like for you to keep the dog.
2007-03-01 02:44:25 · answer #4 · answered by avalon_bz 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
If you can't be honest and up front with your parents and they can not trust you now.....how can they trust you with a puppy? You not showing much responsibilty now. A puppy is a life long commenement. They are around for years not weeks and that is what parents understand. It is not very responsible to try and hid the puppy. You must tell them now and apologize now and tell them you will do every thing in your power to earn back their trust and you will do that by taking on the responsibility of the puppy. I am sure you know it isn't going to work much long because you need help right now...but bcuk up little buckaroo.. feeding, walking, grooming and teaching and housebreaking is something you really need to do. and they might be willing to help if they have time and energy after trying to earn a living to take care of you. Just step up and go talk to mom and dad to day asap...you will feel better. I know as a parent I would be proud of my son or daughter for coming to me as soon as possible and for trying to take responsibility.
2007-03-01 07:01:41 · answer #5 · answered by dac46219 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
How have you managed to hide it up till now? Puppies can be quite noisy in their own little way. Sorry I'm probably not much help, I opt for honesty tell him the truth. You are a lot more likely to get to keep it if your truthful than if they know you've been sneaking around behind their back.
2007-03-01 02:45:30 · answer #6 · answered by Intuitive_vortex 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
You need to be honest with your parents. Guarantee them that you will be 100% responsible for taking care of the dog. As long as you keep your promise, I don't see why your parents would have a problem with letting you keep it.
2007-03-01 02:28:30 · answer #7 · answered by Angelina 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
tell him that you rescued it, you've looked for a home but none of them were right so you wanted to keep it because you felt that it was the best place for the puppy to be. . . . that's all i can think of but hope that it works.
2007-03-01 02:27:23 · answer #8 · answered by SuNDeViL 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Oh Charlie, I would just take the dog around him and see if he likes it and then tell him it is yours and see if he will let you keep it.
2007-03-01 02:25:20 · answer #9 · answered by kellyjo 4 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Ask someone you trust (who knows your dad and how he would react). Think about their advice, and make your own decision. Good luck!
2007-03-01 02:26:36 · answer #10 · answered by Kristi 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋