Parent Problems???

Question

Sorry I keep asking this but I never get any good ANSWERS! I CANT talk to them because they YELL if i bring it up how can I TALK TO THEM WITHOUT THEM YELLING AT ME?? I TRIED STUDYING ABOUT DOGS AND LEAVING THE BOOKS OPEN AROUND THE HOUSE SO THEY CAN SEE THEM BUT THEY JUST SAY WELL YOUR NOT GETTING ONE I HAVE BEEN WAITING FOR 4 YEARS!

Ok i asked for help here not "Its your parents house BLAH BLAH!" And I pay the vet bills for my cat

Answer 1

if it's to the point where they're yelling every time you bring up wanting a dog, they REALLY dont want a dog..
what about shelter volunteering that will at least get them to know you are responsible enough?

Answer 2

I had to wait 20 years before I could get my first dog. And I tried EVERYTHING to try and change my parents minds. It never worked. I didn't get my first dog until I moved out.

When I was younger I used to talk about animals Non Stop, and I asked for a dog probably 10 times a day. They got so sick of it. So we made a bet. If I went 1 month without uttering a word about an animal in front of them, then they would buy me a guinea pig. The only reason they agreed to this was because they thought I couldn't do it. Well, I did, and I got a guinea pig, and I have had 5 more since then, after they saw how much I loved my first guinea pig. I was never able to persuade them into getting me a puppy, but you might want to give that a try.

But remember, a dog is going to be a 12-15 year commitment, maybe even longer. Where will your dog go if you go away to college? What will he do if you get a job? A dog might not be a good idea right now, so do lots of research on dogs, and have a plan for what you will do when those things come up. I hate seeing a dog end up at an animal shelter because the kids went off to college.

Answer 3

I don't see parent problems here at all. I see frustration and disappointment on your part and exhaustion from your parents. Bottom line is this is their house, and you are priviliged to live there. Without a dog. As suggested by others there are many ways to interact with dogs by volunteering or starting up a dog walking service. When you are old enough to go to work at a shelter or vet or dog groomer then you have that option. The thing now to do is to discuss these other options with your parents calmly when they have some quiet time to do so, accept their rules and move on.

Answer 4

I think that it sad for city kids who never have a chance to have lots of pets. When I was growing up we had dogs, cats (lots & lots of cats), chickens, goats (lots of goats), turkeys, a couple of cows(that started out as calves), rats, & any wounded or hurt animal you can think of. We caught lizards, horny toads, & all kinds of little creatures.

We did not live in the city & we had a couple of acres & my grand parents lived next door.

Seeing pets the way I do, I wonder how health a dog or cat is after living in such tight quarters & having to be taken for walks just so they can go potty. It seems cruel to me. I don't think I'd like living in a big city with someone living just inches away.

I feel sorry for city kids. It seems they miss out on some wonder aspects of owning a pet or never seeing a calf get born, gethering chicken eggs, milking a goat, picking flea's off cats, climbing big huge trees.

The city just doesn't seem to be the proper place to have pets unless you have the money, time, knowledge & know how or commitment to do good by any pet.

Answer 5

It sounds like you aren't going to get a dog.....I didn't when I was at home too....but I did have friends with dogs and played with them. I would suggest going to the local shelter to be a dog walker. That way you will get your dog fix and do something productive....parents don't always understand the need someone feels about having a pet...when you're older do as I did....had as many as I wanted. Is there someone in your neighborhood that wants their dog brushed or walked?

Answer 6

Sorry to be the devil's advocate but my 14 year old begged for a dog for six whole years. I eventually caved and she's not really taken much notice of her pup at all. Teenagers, with the best will in the world, are fickle creatures. Maybe your parents don't want the responsibility of a dog should you get bored. x

Answer 7

I agree with an above poster, the best way to show that you really are dedicated is to volunteer at a local shelter. I did it and it got me a 3 and a half year old Border Collie.

Then again, I haven't "gotten bored" with her. She is my dog and my responsibility.

Answer 8

You'll just have to wait until you are an adult to get a dog I'm afraid.
I don't think there is anything magical you can say to them to get them to change their minds, some parents just won't give in.
Just think how special it will be when you do finally get your own dog.

Answer 9

Sorry to say but I guess you will need to study how to make ends meet and wait till you move to your own place.
Learn to respect your elders. NO often means NO

Answer 10

It's ultimately their choice - they pay the bills. They are the parents - they are the boss! When you are an adult and have your own house -- get as many as you want.