Well I know they require a lot of care, and that they cost a ot of money to take care of them but I love puppies/dogs! I'm 12 and I am very responsible...(my mom said I act like an 18 year old) Not like other people I WILL do everything...like pick up poo, give her new water, new food, bathe her...because I want one SOOO bad! My neighbor almost bought me a puppy for christmas, but she didn't because she new my mom would kill her. BTW we don't have a fenced in yard, but does it matter if it's going to be inside anyways? Oh yeah and we also have a flea problem and my mom doesn't want the puppy/dog to get them from outside and bring 'em inside. Get what I mean? I NEED ADVICE ON HOW TO PERSUADE HER INTO EVEN THINKING ABOUT IT!!! PLEEZ!
2007-03-21 16:34:36 · 13 answers · asked by Anonymous in Pets ➔ Dogs
BTW...this isn't very important but I want a Beagle.
2007-03-22 09:57:16 · update #1
I agree with thebigtk... be proactive on getting your CURRENT duties done....
Fleas are NEVER a problem with pets these days.... you put on advantage plus once a month, they NEVER get fleas, ticks, etc.
About fenced in yard... you can get an invisible fence for a good deal on ebay. The one where you don't need to install wires underground. You just plug in the unit and attach a collar to the pet. The DVD will show you how to train the pet to understand the boundries. My Lhasa learned in two days.
If you buy a breed like a Shih Tzu or Lhasa, they don't require a lot of exercise such as daily walking like other breeds, but require regular grooming, so read up on your breeds.
Also, certain breeds do not shed, like Shih Tzu and Lhasa Apso, but many big dogs shed ALL OVER, so you would have to vacuum all the time.... (just a consideration).
Personally I think 12 is a great age. We just got a second puppy and my son is 12 and he really IS picking up poop and blotting out pee and treating it, taking him for walks, just like he said he would!
Rent and watch "My Dog Skip"
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it's a real tear jerker and what parent would deny their child the love of a dog after watching this movie?
2007-03-21 16:57:09 · answer #1 · answered by Genie♥Angel 5 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Ok here is what I recommend. Summer is coming so why don't you volunteer as a dog walker at the local animal shelter? That will give you a taste of what dog ownership can be like and also will show your mom your seriousness and responsibility in this.
I would not recommend a puppy as they are probably more than a 12 year old can handle no offense. Start with a young adult dog, around a year.
A fenced in yard is not required, however realize that without one your job is a LOT harder. You will be walking this dog a minimum of 4x a day, possibly more. You also need to think about where the dog will be all day when you are in school and mom is at work, unless of course someone stays at home.
At your young age having never had a dog before you would really need to take yourself and your new dog through obedience classes. This would be an expense for your mom and an expense of time as well as she would have to take you and pick you up.
As far as the flea problem that isn't such a big deal. If you already have fleas in your home you would need to flea bomb the house or have a pest control company come out and treat the house and yard. Then when you get your dog you would put it on year round flea control. This stuff works great.
Dogs are expensive. There are yearly vet costs, costs for food and flea, tick and heartworm prevention.
If you can show your mom that you can pay for these things or at the least take full responsibility for the dog then she might relent.
Good luck! :)
2007-03-21 16:47:21 · answer #2 · answered by The OTHER Boelyn Chic 5 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Read books about dogs and animals in general. Do research about different breeds and animal care. Find your local animal shelter and take her down there. Maybe find an animal shelter or rescue group to volunteer for. (www.petfinder.com) That will show her that you are committed and want to care for another life.
If she does allow you to get one, go to the animal shelter and adopt a dog. An older dog will be best, because you don't have a fenced yard and you won't have to take an older dog out to go to the restroom as much as a puppy. Puppies have to go a lot!!! And if you or your parents arnt home all the time then letting a puppy out to go to the bathroom will be hard. An older dog won't have to go out that much. Also using frontline or advantage will help keep the fleas away. Bathing the dog will also help keep them away. Good luck!
Dont buy or breed while shelter pets die!!!
2007-03-21 17:01:48 · answer #3 · answered by animluv 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Do your research. Start reading up on dogs and their care and passing on little tidbits of information to her. She'll more than likely be impressed with your desire to learn all that you can.
No, it doesn't matter if your yard is fenced. We live in an apartment and recently adopted a lab mix. I just make sure he gets plenty of exercise (walks and playing with neighbor dogs). We usually keep a staked tie-out by the door to let him out for his potty business, but that recently broke, so now I just take him out on the leash so he can go (once the ground hardens up a bit without being frozen, we're gonna get another stake).
Fleas can be kept at bay by using a topical parasiticide on your dog every month. We have our dog on Revolution. It's a liquid that is applied between their shoulder blades. It kills fleas and ticks, and also helps prevent heartworm.
Try and get a book on dogs. The Dummies series are wonderfully informative books. And there are tons on dogs, depending on what you're shooting for (Puppies for Dummies, Dogs for Dummies, Dog Training for Dummies, etc.). There are even breed-specific Dummies books.
I know what it's like to want a pet so badly only to have your parents say no, but just remember that your mom does have the final say. Try to respect her decision even if she never lets you get a dog.
Good luck!
2007-03-21 16:58:04 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Show her how respons. you are. Buy an older dog (it can be a small one so it still looks young) because that way they are already potty trained and it's easy for you. If you bath it and atleast get it a flea collar you should be fine. My son convinced me to get him one (after almost a year of asking) by typing up a report for me on why he is responsible and all the duties he will need to do daily to take care of the dog and why we should adopt from the ASPCA. He did so much work, and it was 4 pages long!!! I couldn't say no.
2007-03-21 16:56:05 · answer #5 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
I'm 12, and have had a dog since I was 7. Help around the house, and show your mom that you're responsible enough for a dog. Also, don't bring it up a lot; it'll really shove them away from the idea.
2007-03-21 16:42:06 · answer #6 · answered by Fox 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
we just bought an older puppy that was potty trained. FAR easier than a younger puppy. The fleas...frontline, advantage, all of those work. Swear complete responsibility!!! Good luck, dogs are the most wonderful creatures, I hope you get one.
2007-03-21 16:40:18 · answer #7 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Research what kind of dog would be right for your lifestyle as well as show your mom you are responsible so she can trust you with the responsibilty of having a dog.
2007-03-21 19:12:18 · answer #8 · answered by Flipgal 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
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2016-10-01 07:39:05 · answer #9 · answered by ? 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
try and do something that will make her think that you are very responsible! wash the dishes, clean your room, dust the living room! it's the little things that matter. don't keep asking just remind her sometimes that you want one hint around by saying,"Wouldn't it be fun to have a puppy?" or, "I like puppies. Aren't they cute?"
2007-03-21 16:41:59 · answer #10 · answered by thebigtk@sbcglobal.net 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋