i have been waiting for 2 years to get a dog now i have been on trials and everything i even made a website and on may the 1st she considerd it she said no because she felt sorry for it when it will be left alone when im at school for 6 hours has anyone got any suggestions on how i can convince her to get one or what the dog can do when i am at school without causing my mum any hassel! PLEASE HELP ME!!
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How old are you? What happens to the dog when you go to college? Do you realize a dog is a 10 year committment?
I have a 17yo daughter, and I RARELY see her - everyday there's the 7 hours at school, then there's 2 1/2 hours of sport practice. Not to mention sports events, sleepovers at friend's houses, dates.
We have two dogs, MY dog and MY dog (her dog). She simply does not have time. I need her to focus on school and being 17, and not be tied down with the responsibility a dog brings.
I have to side with your mom from experience. Wait until you're older - have your own apartment, roommates, when you're happy to get up and walk the dog in the morning, and at night. When you are sure you can afford $1000 a year in maintenance costs (shots, baths, toys, etc.).
For now... get a fish. Their memory is only 3 seconds, so they won't miss you and the little pink castle is a suprise everytime!
Prove to your mom that you are responsible. You have to go to school so it will be alone, does she work? If so, it will be alone when she's gone too. Prove to her that you will pick up after it, take care of it, love it, and give it the exercise it need. Good luck, and I hope you get the dog you want!
Maybe you could get a job at a vet clinic or a pet store to show her you are serious.
Is there not a relative, neighbour or family friend you could give the dog to when you're out at school or perhaps just get them to stop in every now and then to check on it, chances are the dog will just sleep when you are out anyway. Try and show you are responsible enough to own a dog and prove that you will walk, feed, play, groom and do everything else the dog will need yourself and she may just let you have one.
Hope this helps, good luck.
You should volunteer at a local animal shelter for a month...see what it's like picking up after all the dogs all the time, and I bet once your mom sees you can do that she'll agree to letting you have a dog!
If you are gone that long, though, you should NOT get a puppy under ANY circumstances!! No pup should be left alone that long. You should volunteer at the shelter and fall in love with an adult dog there and bring that one home!!
Question you should ask yourself
Is your happiness more important than a dogs?
A lot of dogs are totally unhappy if left alone for long periods of time, so would it be fair to make a dog miserable just to make you happy? How can you ensure that you can find a dog that is comfortable with being left alone for several hours, if you can figure out that answer than maybe getting a dog is a possibility, see if you can figure out the answer by clicking on the dogs available pictures on this site and reading the profiles of each of the dogs,
http://dogs.rescuedgreyhounds.com/...
a wee hint is how is this decided
Respect your Mother - You don't know it now, but she knows what she's talking about.
Wait until you're grown up and get all the dogs you want!
OK, have you proven to be trustworthy in the past, taking care of your stuff, cleaning your room, doing chores, etc. Dogs do require a lot of care. Maybe you could also offer to do extra chores around the house to help cover the extra expenses...spaying/neutering, food, treats, chewies...pee pads..etc. Make sure you follow through without being reminded.
You may also compromise and wait for summer break to get the dog. This will give you time to research breeds, check with local shelters, or dog rescue pet sites. It will also insure you have the time it takes to train and bond with your pet. Some of the shelter and pet rescue dogs may already have been spayed and trained...an extra benefit. If you get a puppy, be prepared to spend a lot of time and attention to training. It is seriously almost like caring for an infant...another good point!
I was raised with dogs. Please be a responsible pet owner. I have a Keeshond. I chose that breed because they are bred to be a companion and watch dog. They are not known to attack...but of course, each dog is different. They are also not frustrated because the have no inherited job duties.
Good luck.
A dog is a lot of work. If you get a puppy it will need to be house trained and that isn't a small task. It requires constant attention. Your best bet would be to ask for an older dog that is house trained. Try a rescue for dogs. Dogs can get expensive with food, treats, toys, and vet bills. It doesn't sound like your mom wants a dog. If you had an outside dog it might be better because your mom won't have to fuss with it. From my personal experience though I can't see leaving a dog outside because when it rains or is cold or just nasty out most of the time that dog is outside by itself. They are pack animals and need companionship. Its a big responsibility and dogs can live for 10 years or longer. That is a lot of time and money. Having a dog though can also teach you more responsibility by caring for it. A lot of parents mine included when I was growing up didn't like the idea to well because my brother, sister, and I eventually lost some interest in it and my mother ended up caring for it. That could be why your mom isn't ready for you to have a dog. Good luck it will be hard to change her mind and the more you beg and plead with her the more she may not give in. I would try showing her how responsible you can be by helping with chores and housework. That may be your best bet.
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