How do I get my mom to get me a dog?

Hey, don't worry. When I was 10 I wanted a dog so bad. I asked my mom and dad every day if I could have a dog. They keep saying maybe, maybe, maybe. I wanted a dog so bad I was saying I'll do more work and clean, feed, water, and play with a puppy if I had one. Then one day I asked and I got another maybe. That day forth I stopped asking. Then 2 weeks later we drove out of town and mom and dad said we were going to look at a car dad was thinking about buying. I didn't really care because I just wanted a dog so as we drove I just stared out the window. We pulled into a gas station and mom said 'e're here.'We got out and I was saying 'this is the car. It's horrable' When I saw looked in the car 2 little daushound puppies were looking back. They were so cute. I could only pick 1 so I picked the girl. We had her for about 3 years because when I moved out into the country we lived by a dangerous road. Every year people and dogs and cats are killed and one year Misty was. ;~( Well anyway, keep trying and asking. 1 day you will get your dream dog. Good luck.

Do your research ... especially if you are looking for a specific breed. If you want a shelter dog, make sure you know absolutely everything about it. Show your mom what you find. Make a list of the pros and cons of getting a dog. If there are cons, explain how to fix them (ex: If anybody has allergies, do your part and groom the dog and keep the house clean). I remember practically getting on my knees and begging for a border collie so I understand. I did my research and looked at dogs that had what I wanted and explained to my mom why I liked that dog. Make sure that your explaination doesn't include how cute the dog is. You want to show your mom how hard you worked. My mom liked that my little brothers would get to experience a puppy (They weren't around when we got Darcie) and she knew I wanted a dog of my own for a very long time. So Fergus was brought into the family. I really hope this helps. Good luck!!! ~Jess (k.i.t.)

Just an FYI since a lot of people are suggesting volunteering at a local shelter. Most shelters will not accept volunteers under 16 or even 18 for legal/insurance reasons. You will have to check the age policy. You can also check for volunteer opportunites with a local rescue group. Their policies are usually less strict.

Hmm, I'm in a nearly the same predicament as you, but I've already had a dog. A great solution is volunteering at the local shelter. If your mom has a soft spot for you or for animals, I'm sure you'll find a dog there.

Can't resist answering, I remember those days. First, I would ask your mom (in an adult way) what her reasons are for saying no. Is it money? Do you live in an apartment? Find a logical solution to her answer. Prove you can help pay for a dog adoption, food and vet bills by baby-sitting or doing odd jobs. If you live in a small house, research breeds (and breed crosses) that do well in apartments. If she thinks no one will have the time or ability to housebreak a dog, look into adopting a dog that is already housebroken, lots of people have to give up their dogs because they move, but the dog is already trained. Your humane society or shelter will be able to tell you which of their dogs are already housebroken. Dogs are a long -term commitment, and they take a lot of time and energy. Other people are correct in saying you should consider when you move out. I took my dog and my cat to college with me, and I can't imagine being without them, but also consider that means you won't be able to live in a dorm, you will have pet rent and deposits, and sometimes it is hard to find a place to live that accepts pets, especially if you have a big dog. Good luck!