i need a advice about pets?

Question

Okay, i have really old parents and i told them i wanna have a puppy cuz like most of my friends have really cute puppies and my parents are scared of pets but im not i was telling them a puppy wont bite you but they keep on saying "no you can not have a puppy". I showed them my money i had 400 hundred dollars.thats not enough but they keep on saying no.i need a advice to show them i want a puppy and now my friends are making fun of me because my parents are soo scared but im not

Answer 1

You need to show them that you can handle a dog, there problem worried you wont take care of it. So start cleaning up more show then your responsible after 2 weeks I bet they'll change there minds.

Answer 2

Just because all your friends have "cute puppies" (the fact that you seem to emphasize you want a "cute puppy" rather than a DOG, which is what it'll BECOME says it all) doesn't mean you're anywhere NEAR ready to have one. And by the way, $400 is the STARTING COST for a puppy. I just got a puppy (from a SHELTER) last month and I've already spent $1,000 on adoption fees, pet supplies, and vet bills (because she came from a shelter and didn't cost $800 like a healthy breeder's puppy would she came with a series of infections and illnesses).

If your parents don't want a dog, then it's rude of you to keep forcing the issue. You may not be able to understand it now, but your parents are the ones who are basically responsible for the dog. You'll walk it and play with it when you feel like it, but when you decide you'd rather be out with friends or stay inside and chat online or it's too cold outside or you're in a bad mood, your parents are going to be the ones forced to take care of it. They're also going to be the ones footing the vet bills, since I'm guessing it took you a LONG time to even raise that $400 for the initial purchase.

Having a dog is a HUGE responsibility that I don't think kids have the capacity to fully take on. Wait until you're independent and more capable of having the responsibility of another life that won't be cute and fun all the time.

Answer 3

Having a puppy means you will train him/her, walk him, feed him, love him, play with him, and take responsibility to license him and make regular vet visits for shots and check-ups.

You might show them a plan you make on how you will manage all of this as it means a big commitment. That puppy will grow up very quickly into an adult dog.You might also consider adopting a puppy from the pound and rescuing a lovely animal in need.

By the way, your friends are not being kind and you should tell them to knock it off. You'll get a dog when your family decides it is a good idea not them. Good luck and try and be a fabulous dog owner when the time comes.

Answer 4

OK, so your saying that you want a puppy because your friends puppies are cute? right? you cant just get a puppy because there cute! now it sounds like your going to have to do most of the work. do you understand what all you have to do for a dog. do you have the time to keep it happy? you need to be responsible, and if you want to show your parents that you are responsible enough, then get a simple pet like a fish or something. depending how old you are, you could also babysit to show how responsible you are. hope this helps!

Answer 5

I work with animal rescues and shelters and have seen many "puppies" that were obtained because they were cute. They require as much attention as a small child through out their entire lives. Your parent probably aren't prepared for or, maybe, don't want the responsibility for another life form.

I would suggest that you put your $400 in savings and volunteer at a rescue or shelter. You can have the joy of the dogs but go home when you can't handle the responsibility anymore.

If after a couple of years, you still want a cute little puppy, you will be in a postion to get one and have demonstrated the responsibility and knowledge to have one.

Answer 6

You need to do things to show that you are responsible enough to own a dog. Getting a puppy is not just about having a cute little bundle of fur. First of all, puppies grow up. Second of all, dogs get sick, and you need to be ready both mentally and financially to deal with that. Third, you shouldn't get a dog just because everyone else has one. $400 is not even enough to get you through one year of owning a dog. Even rescue dogs can run $250 just for the dog, and then you need food, toys, time, and money set aside for the vet in case the dog gets sick.
Once you show your parents you can be responsible (doing extra chores around the house, asking your parents what you can do for them, etc) go to a shelter to find a dog. Don't go through a breeder, because if you discount shop for dogs you are going to have a whole host of problems genetically. Well, I hope this helps.

Answer 7

Dogs are great to be around but they also require a lot of responsibilities. You have to be prepared for that, if the pup gets sick, you have to rush home to walk, feed, clean up behind the dog as well. Warning puppies get into all types of trouble. The rip clothing,shoes ex... when they are teething, bored or upset. Don't forget about vaccinations, they can be a bit pricey. Other than that they are great. Perhaps you can show them pictures of the pup or bring one of your friends pup around. www.Craigslist.com has a bunch of pet that need great homes. show them the website, have them read the profile, that might help out. Open page for state you live in and check under pets.

Best of Luck

Answer 8

Well how about you tell your 'friends' to get lost. 'All my friends have one' is NOT a reason to get a dog!!

It is weird that your parents are scared - maybe they have other reasons for not wanting you to get a dog? Maybe they think you're not responsible enough? Or maybe it's because they know they will have to pay if/when the dog ever gets ill, which you will not be able to afford yourself if you're a minor.

Getting a dog is a big responsibility, and expensive. You have to do a lot of research in to fleaing and worming treatments, vaccinations, what to feed and when to spay, to say nothing of proper training and socialisation which is essential for any dog.

Tell you 'friends' to shove it, say you don't want the responsibility of a dog! It's pathetic they're making fun of you, that isn't friendship.

Chalice

Answer 9

It sounds like you want a puppy for all the wrong reasons. You want a puppy because they are cute and all your friends have one? Wrong, wrong, wrong. Dogs are a huge responsibility. They need constant care and attention. You can also expect to fork out a lot of money for the care of your dog. Vet visits, food, grooming... etc. Your friends seem really immature and they probably shouldn't even own a puppy. Tell them to buzz off.

Answer 10

OK, like, you need to consider everything involved with owning a puppy? Like vet bills, exercise, housebreaking and other training, being responsible for it for its entire life (which could be up to 12 years, depending on the breed). And if the reason you want a dog is because everyone else wants one, no reputable breeder will sell to you. My real advice, save your money, learn to ignore rude "friends", and grow up a bit before investing the TIME it takes to have a pet.

Answer 11

If you want a puppy because your friends have them I think it's a bad idea, especially if your parents don't want one. If all your friends decided to shave their hair off would you?

Try volunteering at a local animal shelter then you don't have to own the dog and can do something more worthwhile. You should respect your parents wishes. Sometimes you can't always get what you want.