From your Parents’ Viewpoint
It is your parents job to provide you with food, shelter, and clothing. It is not their job to provide you with a pet. A pet is a lifetime commitment that all too often is dumped on the parents who did not want that responsibility in the first place. A pet is an expensive purchase, because it has on going costs, such as food, veterinary expenses, and ongoing care.
From the View of the Pet
A pet requires a lot of time. They must be tended to daily, fed, watered, cleaned, and exercised. Some more intelligent animals also require mental stimulation to prevent them from being bored. An animal isn’t something you get to make yourself more cool, that animals life, and happiness is in your hands. One of the WORST things that can happen to a pet is that a kid gets it after begging mom and dad, but years, or even months, later the kid is either bored or moves out and cannot take the pet with them, and mom and dad do not want it. Many pets are abandoned in shelters or euthanized because children who once pleaded for a pet are no longer able or willing to care for it. In all fairness to an animal, unless EVERYONE in the household wants a pet, you should not get one. Unless your parents are fully willing to help financially and understand the lifespan of the animal may exceed your ability to keep it, then you should not get a pet. I am sure you think you will always be willing, and able, to look after your pet, but in reality this doesn’t always happen.
Research
One thing that will help you is knowing what kind of pet you want and what kind of care or expense is required. Do not be set on one kind of animal. For instance, many kids want hamsters but find that the hamsters habit of running on the wheel at night to be annoying, as such a small rabbit would have been a better choice. Maybe you want a Border Collie (a dog used for herding sheep), but, if you do not have time to keep a Border Collies mind stimulated it will become bored and destructive, so a Shih Tzu, or cat, might make a better pet.
Write down the pros and cons of every pet you might consider. Include things like lifespan, size, activity level required, cost, and housing equipment needed. If it is a horse you are asking for, you must realize these have huge ongoing costs, especially if you must board them at a stable. Do not even ask for a horse unless your parents are horsey people and have a good income.
You will need to check if you can have a pet. If your parents own a house and you want a dog, you should have a fully fenced yard or dog run. Chained dogs have a tendency to become aggressive. If you rent you must make sure you have landlord approval for any pet. If you are planning on moving, you should wait until you move before getting a pet or you may find you must give it up, as very few places allow pets.
If you are looking into something more exotic, like a Sugar Glider, Ferret, or Rat, you need to check if they are legal as pets in your area. Remember most exotic pets require more specialized care and food.
Things You Can Do
Try being more helpful around the house to demonstrate your level of responsibility. Keep your room clean and help with other areas too. Get a part time, or summer, job so you can help pay some of the bills your pet will have. Save your money for the pet and supplies, rather than spending it on other things.
Things You Cannot Do
Do not beg. It might work, but it is the wrong way to get a pet. Your parents will never feel good about giving in to your constant begging, and will hold it against the pet. They will just want to “be free” of the burden, a constant reminder of giving in. Do not guilt them, or in anyway try to manipulate them, into getting a pet if they really do not want one. In this case it may be best to wait until you are older and can get your own pet after you move out. Generally, the more you beg, the more a parent will resist.
Do not lie, do not tell your parents a certain kind of animal is easier to care for than it actually is, or that it is not “smelly”, for example.
The Decision
As mentioned, the decision lies with your parents, it is them who will ultimately be the ones who make the commitment. They should have final say in what pet you can or cannot get. They should be able to select the pet, this will help them bond with it too. Most places will not sell or adopt to children, and rightfully so. If your parents are getting you a pet and are saying “If you do not look after it, we get rid of it.” then by all means DO NOT get a pet. If they show no interest in animals then DO NOT get a pet. The pet should be referred to as a family pet, not specifically “yours”. After all, you might mean well now, but what happens when you move out, or go to college, and cannot find a place that allows pets? If your parents made it clear they do not want the responsibility, then you can be sure they will not keep the animal, and older pets generally do not find new homes.
Success!
If your parents agreed, I am sure you are thrilled and now have to select the pet. Again, it is critical they play a major part in the selection process. The best place to look for pets is your local animal shelter, they generally have the best value, and selection. Since most are non-profit, they are not motivated by money, so will be honest about each animal. You may find that you have to return several times before finding the animal that is right for your family. One of the benefits of adopting from a shelter is they provide a guarantee and have lots of information available, often free of charge, plus you are truly saving a life, rather than supporting an industry of breeding animals solely for profit.
Getting pets “free” out of the newspaper is generally more expensive because they may not have had any veterinarian care, such as vaccinations or worming. Sometimes older pets are offered for free, and these may be worth looking into, especially if they are already trained, vaccinated, and come with supplies.
The other option is to buy from a breeder. This is best if you are looking for a purebred, registered, animal. Reputable breeders breed with the main interest of improving the breed and have shown the parents to prove their worth as breeding animals. Finding a reputable breeder is a whole other matter, you can ask a vet, dog groomer, or your local dog club (these will also be able to tell you where your local shelter or SPCA).
Now, you must remember to stick to your promises to your parents and to the pet.
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User Comments
savannah
On May 6, 2008 at 8:06 pm
well i think that if the kid is willing to do what ever then they should be able to get that pet. i mean you should be happy that your kids want a pet cuz most kids just want to be lazy plus its a good test for you to see how resonsible your kid is. trust me i got a bunny a dog and a cat and i am very well rounded plus i am only 12. so really look into gettin a pet in intead of just saying NO just of the first askin. look in to it and tell them you will look in to it and my be they wont bother as long as they would if you strate up said no. THINK ABOUT IT BEFORE YOU SAY NO WITH OUT THINKING ABOUT IT……!!!!!!
Karen
On May 15, 2008 at 4:29 pm
I agree completly with ^ savannah^. I had 1 chinchilla and my parents didnt want it @ furst. Then i got 2. Youjust have to be nice to them and keep asking why they wont let you have one. Eventually they will have no reasons left and then you’ll get it. But you really have to want it!
Kevin
On May 17, 2008 at 3:03 pm
My wife gave in to giving our daughter a guinea pig and now she’s not wanting it any more. I want nothing to do with the thing and wife’s not really taking care of it either. So the poor thing is suffering. And it’s not just giving it away or letting it out.
So think twice before giving your kid a pet.
Nice article anyway, if you kids read and comprehend it you might be suitable for a pet.
wally
On June 8, 2008 at 11:41 pm
I am an adult. I bought 2 guinea pigs for my office (I was self-employed) they were babies and were “so cute”. About 2 weeks later I went to the pet store for more food and came back with 2 more guinea pigs, a big cage and all the gear. Those guinea pigs were so funny and cute, but expensive to maintain as they grew like weeds. THEN, something happened that I couldn’t stay in that building and I had to work at home. I had 2 cats at home. The only place I could put 4 guinea pigs so the cats wouldn’t terrorize them, was in my bedroon! Needless to say, this was not the best scenario for me or the piggies. I took good care of them for about a year and a half and then they started to die one by one. Now I have no pets (the cats were very old and got cancer and had to be euthanized). So, the moral to the story is this…. Don’t get a pet just because it is “CUTE”. Try to think ahead, like Savannah said, what if you have to move? etc. The article has very good points. Pay attention to all of them.
Ann
On June 28, 2008 at 10:51 pm
I agreed with this article but what if your parents say we already have too many pets? This is the only reason they had and I can’t really get around it.
zipper
On June 29, 2008 at 2:37 pm
tell your mom ya we have alot of pets but i do take care of them dont i
Kiitchi
On July 4, 2008 at 1:10 am
Do you think it’s fair that your parents make you get this one pet instead of the pet you really want. I want a rabbit, and I’d be fine to take care of it (I’m 13 going on 14 in October.) But then my parents say “start with two legs” so the only animal I can get are birds. But I don’t really like birds. I don’t favor the idea of having them as a pet all that much (I just don’t like birds as much as I do rabbits or cats) but that’s the only way I can get a “four-legged animal” because it’s “easier.” Do you think it’s easier to take care of an animal you like and want to care for, or an animal you get just so you can get another one later?
B Nelson - author
On July 4, 2008 at 9:42 am
to Kiitchi
indeed telling a child they can have a pet they do not want is not good.. you will not bond with it, and therefore will not care for it. I would NOT get a pet you do not LOVE.
Also Birds are WAYYYY harder and more messier than bunnies!!!
plus the cost of a decent bird cage and toys is much higher.
Beth
On July 13, 2008 at 8:09 am
I don’t think kids should get pets if they aren’t responsible, but B Nelson is right: you won’t bond with the pet if it’s not the one you want. And JJ is not right at all!!!! Just because a kid wants to have a pet and asks their parents if they can have on, doesn’t mean they are demanding and irritating kids who nag and beg for pets. that may be true in some cases, but not all. I have wanted a hamster for a long time, and I hardly ask for it even though I don’t have one yet.
Beth
On July 13, 2008 at 8:12 am
And does anyone have any ideas so that I can convince my mom hamsters aren’t rats? That’s the only reason why I can’t get one and I’m trying to get past it.
Tommy
On July 13, 2008 at 8:16 am
this is to say that animals stink, period. just dont live with thim and everything will be great. my sister has a rabbit and a guinea pig and they stink! i as her brother try not to remind her to take care of them so they will die faster. i agree with JJ. kids shouldnt have pets. my
Katherine
On July 15, 2008 at 4:07 am
I have always wanted to buy a rabbit, ever since my old one died. We got a cat right before the bunny died, so my parents wont let us get another rabbit. We have money saved up and plans. WE want a rabbit so bad! Using this advice it still didnt work…
FOR ALL YOU PEOPLE WHO DONT THINK PETS ARE GOOD FOR KIDS, THINK AGAIN! THEY PROVIDE FRIENDS AND GIVE THE KIDS RESPONSIBILITYS. and a little furry someone to cuddle with whenever you have a bad day or just a good one. Kids need support and pets are always there through rough times. If you think that sounds stupid.you are stuipid. you’ve never had a pet or a friend
Amanda
On August 1, 2008 at 2:46 pm
Hi I am turning 12 on August 12 and I have been asking my parents for a kitty this year. I have enough money and I am willing to take care of it. I have researched it a lot. I have a dog, but its a family pet. He is very gentle and has been around other animals before. Do you think I should get a kitty?
B Nelson - author
On August 3, 2008 at 10:42 pm
Cats make great pets, I stongly encourage you and your family to check out the cats at your local humane society, or SPCA, make sure your dog is good with cats though, some are NOT. Get an adult cat who has already been around dogs, a cat that isnt afraid will not be as much of a target as one that freaks out.
Lily J W
On August 7, 2008 at 9:50 pm
i\’m DESPERATE for a bunny. i get a very high allowance and i have plenty of money for on going costs (trust me, i\’ve done my research). i\’ve made a powerpoint, i\’ve impressed them with everything i know about rabbits, and i\’ve built an NIC pen in a corner of my room trying to show them how badly i want this. they still wont budge, what can i do about that??? help please!
Emily
On August 10, 2008 at 4:19 am
hi im 10-11 this year and i reall want a guinea-pig but my mm and dad wont let me i tidy my room and i do everything i have been doing it for 2 weeks and if i keep on askin why then they will just ignre me or say its coz they dont want one i never get anything though
what could i do plz can some1 help me
from Emily
Emily
On August 10, 2008 at 4:30 am
hi meagen im soo desperate and i no someone else thats got a guinea-pig and there dad didnt want it but shes had like 2 gerbils 2 african snails 1 hamster ad i dunno 5 guinea-pigs and her dad like her pets how can her dad rely on her and my dad not rely on me
plz im begging everyone 4 help i really want a guinea-pig
Samantha
On August 10, 2008 at 2:15 pm
I agree with this article TO AN EXTENT. Kids should be able to have pets. Something that is theirs to care for. Pets teach kids responsibility. If they don’t take care of the pet and it dies, then they learned the hard way. And if kids are really dedicated to wanting a pet and put tons of research into it, they’re going to take good care of it. Most kids just want to sit around and watch tv all day so a pet is a good source of stimulation. However, I do not think young kids (under 12) should be bought a pet that is soley theirs to care for. If the parents aren’t willing to help care for a pet for a young child, the pet should not be bought. I do, however, think that teens should be allowed to have pets that are solely theirs without the parents help at all unless there is an emergency.
B Nelson - Author
On August 10, 2008 at 7:21 pm
to Samantha – the problem is that teens move out and often cannot take their pets with them, so it is dumped with mom and dad, who maybe do not want it.
to Emily – perhaps pick a different pet, one mom and dad will be okay with.
emily
On August 11, 2008 at 3:38 am
mum and dad say tat laura my sis isnt allowed a hamster coz i dont like the noise at night but im goin on holiday in a week so maybe after holiday i will get one the one most reason why i cant get one is when i go on holiday ten who will look after them coz my frend is always at her nans on the summer holidays so if i can find someone that can look after them then i will have a 99% chance
emily
On August 11, 2008 at 5:04 am
does anyone have a guinea-pig that lives in tiptree that can be friends with me coz no one that lives round tiptree has a guionea-pig except from like 2 people
Danielle
On August 31, 2008 at 10:34 am
Hi I’m Danielle I recently got a guinea pig and a hamster (FINALLY!)(and they are in diffrent cages obviously) except, I’ve noticed my guinea pig seems lonley and he though my hand was another guinea pig and sat beside it with hay purring and snuggling into it..I felt TERRIBLE.Hes male and I want to get another male for a friend I’ve asked my mum and she just says “Have you not got enough?” and my dad..well..he says that except more like “YOU SHOULDNT EVEN HAVE GOTTEN THAT GUINEA PIG!” I take really good care of my guinea pig and hamster (they’re my babies
I chop them up apples everyday,clean their beds,clean food/water etc everyday.They don’t understand that I want to get the second guinea pig for my other one, not myself.Im 12 years old (near 13)How can i convince my parents to let me get a 2nd guinea pig?
ori
On September 16, 2008 at 6:14 am
you have to explain that to them, tell them its not for you
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On October 5, 2008 at 6:07 pm
I want a guinea pig, but my mom does not. Yes I did just read this about everyone needs to want it, but I have researched it for 3 months now and I really want one. I am willing to take care of it. The other thing that concerns me is that I have also looked to fing guinea pig shelters, but there are not any around.
I would have to buy from petsmart. Is this okay?
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On October 5, 2008 at 6:09 pm
Samantha, I am 11 going onn 12 in April. Is that okay?
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On October 5, 2008 at 6:12 pm
Can you only have one guinea pig? My mom says I am pushing it asking for one.
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On October 5, 2008 at 6:13 pm
By the way does anyone know what “it” is?
B Nelson
On October 7, 2008 at 9:12 am
“it” is your moms nerves. The more you beg the more she will resist, so back off for a while. There are usually not Guinea Pig Shelters BUT shelters for cats and dogs often get small animals too.
Annaleigh
On November 2, 2008 at 5:56 am
I dont understand, i am a responsable tidy 13 year old girl who always dose her best in school and at home, never gets in to trouble and no matter how good i am my mum wont let me have one. I only want a hamster or a cat an i am willing to get a paper round to help pay the bills and i will look after it all its life but my mym still dose not let me have one. What shall i do? Please awnser back so i know what to tri next.
B Nelson
On November 2, 2008 at 11:32 am
Get the paper round FIRST…
dont push your mom, remember it is her house.. but at least you will have money now and if you never get a cat while living at home – you will have money for when you move out – this will give you a better opportunity at finding a place that allows pets.
or maybe your mom will change her mind one day.. dont push though
good luck
Annaleigh
On November 4, 2008 at 12:28 pm
thank you and i will try all you have said
nikki
On November 27, 2008 at 3:34 pm
i luv my dog but feel depressed and lonely because i feel as if he hates me.i know he coesnt but i have a strong feeling that he dislikes me compared to everyone else in my family.he was supposed to be my dog and my idea was hed follow me around and stuff.i want another weener dog and i tried showing i was responsible by cleaning my parents cars,the house,and the laundry but my om got really mad at me seeing what i was trying to do.that is not going to work if i try it again.i know i will take care of this dog as if he/she were a king/queen.my point is i have plenty savings,i’ve tried showing my responsibility,done alot of research,and this is all i dream about.what do i do???
nikki
On November 27, 2008 at 3:38 pm
also my parents say oh that will be horrible leaving another dog all home alone but i no they r just saying that as an excuse and to make me feel guilty.
none of your beeswax
On November 30, 2008 at 2:13 pm
i also have a problem like that. I would like a second dog for Christmas and my mom is almost all the way convinced but she said not for Christmas. we also haven’t even asked my dad yet. my mom said when the time’s right we will.He’ll probably, naturally say no, but how can i change that? I mean, he’s not the kind of person where you can just bring it up randomly. I’ve done everything i can think of; laundry,cleaning my room,and helped him alot around the house. I’ve also been really nice and eager to please because he has a pretty short temper. What I’m tryin to say is how can I get him to say yes once I bring it up(which will probably be in a few months or so)and how do I know when to bring it up?Sorry if I’m asking for too much.
cole
On December 10, 2008 at 9:13 am
I want a ball python or rabbit but my parents keep saying they dont wanna talk about it i m willing to take care of the pet and i v been doing reserch for a whole year now what do i do
B Nelson
On December 10, 2008 at 10:47 am
to cole
you might think you are ready.. but ultimately it is the parents who pay for most of the expense and will be responsible for the aquiring of the pet – nobody would sell to a youth. so if they are not willing to commit now – just drop it or ask if their is a pet they would accpet you to have or what requirements they would have for you to get a pet.
B Nelson
On December 10, 2008 at 10:49 am
to cole
you might think you are ready.. but ultimately it is the parents who pay for most of the expense and will be responsible for the aquiring of the pet – nobody would sell to a youth. so if they are not willing to commit now – just drop it or ask if their is a pet they would accpet you to have or what requirements they would have for you to get a pet.
Laura
On December 10, 2008 at 12:00 pm
I wanted a dog for aaaages and ages, and last christmas i got one. I was always asking my mum and dad for one and then last christmas, they surprised me with one! I’m not bored of him, not at all – i know that a dog isn’t just for christmas, and i’m truely not bored with my baby (: But,recently, my uncle and aunty got loads of male and female guinea pigs, and they mated and i’ve just recieved a text from my uncle saying that they’ve been born. My uncle said that if we wanted to get some, then we would be able to have 2 for free. So i asked my mum if we could get them and she said that she would think about it, which usually means yes (: then i went to ask my dad, and he said…no. He wasn’t having any of it. I was really upset by then. This was a really good chance to get guinea pigs…for free! I was thinking maybe, instead of just getting guinea pigs(one for me,age 13 and one for my sister,age
for the sake of it, maybe i could ask my parents to get them as a christmas present? I’m really getting my hopes up and praying that they’ll yes. I wouldn’t leave my dog out or anything like that! but the shed is packed full of things we need so i couldn’t put them in there so maybe my bedroom? I’ve been doing alot of research and guinea pigs are really not that hard to look after. I’d give them alot of attention and the same to my dog aswell. What does everyone think about this?
L.
geckoguy
On December 10, 2008 at 2:54 pm
i hav 5 pets-2 geckos, 1 ball python, 1 dog, and 1 cockateil. the trick to getting more pets is to BE PATIENT!!!!!!!!
for 4 years i have wanted a snake so desperately. i got one a year ago because i was patient and waited. i didn’t complain. no nagging. just a friendly reminder at the pet store. and one day when reminding my mom, she let me buy a python!!!! I asked to hold it first then when my mom saw how much i liked it she figured i should have one.
when i ask her today why she let me get the snake, she said because i was old enough to take care of it on my own.
The lesson is to remind ur parents, & be patient. Plus, show that you readily take care of the pets you have.
But the major thing is that your parents want no part of you r pets. NADA! NIL! ZIP! 0000000! show them you are responsible. ask for something simple like a goldfish or betta, then branch out from there. Eventually when you ask, you’ll be delightfully surprised.
puppyluver
On December 21, 2008 at 9:45 am
someone is a little cranky-why did you ask if you didn’t want his opinion???
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On December 21, 2008 at 9:57 am
you guys keep sayin”oh i got a snake or a guinea pig because i didn’t nag or anything”…..bull!wanting a snake or hamster/rodent thing isn’t the same as a dog. I honestly think that if you really like something(and some people are different), you can’t wait!!!!its so painful!!!i’ve been there-even though my mom tells me no,”not unless you don’t nag”.in a way shes right you shouldn’t annoy them so much they’ll give in, but i think it’s fine to just tell and show how responsible you’ll be (unless you have really headstrong parents)…
Lily M.
On December 21, 2008 at 3:29 pm
Hey guys i am 12 and i reallly want a chinchilla
but i want one. i have done much research and they are adequate pets. They tend to NOT stink and nice, sweet, and friendly. Even though they are pricey my rents wont let me get one for christmas. so i am pissed off. can you help me in anyway?
Bunny L0vEr
On December 23, 2008 at 1:23 pm
I really want a bunny for christmas. Ive had 1 be4 but my dad dosent want 1. I gave a 30 page power point and he wont give in. I presented it all at once so it was a really cool presentation. if he says stupid stuf like “youll get bored wit it” ill say “No i wont or i wouldn’t be begging you like this”
i need your help so please dont say something stupid and offensive
B Nelson
On December 24, 2008 at 9:50 am
to Bunny LOvEr (#45)
Pets are not Christmas gifts, they are living thing. Christmas is too hectic – bad time to get a pet. A book about bunny care would be a good thing to ask for if its not too late!
save up your money to show commitment and responsibility, but ultimately your parents will be having to remind you – its just a fact – and they will have to care for it if you go away for a few days – so unless they are willing to do that, I am afraid you might not have a bunny until you move out – SO keep saving up so you can rent/buy a place that allows pets then you can have lots – thats what I did!!!
Echo
On January 2, 2009 at 6:33 am
I really want a hamster but i have 2 cats and my mum keeps saying no! i said i would pay for all the stuff that it needs and i will never let the cats anywhere near the hamster. Besides i am always responsable and my Dads always at home to make sure the hamsters alright.And my cousin had a hamster and 3 cats and it live and it died of old age. I’m 12 nearly 13 but my mum just dousn’t trust me cos if the hamster was eaten by the cats it would be my loss so she should know that i will take care of it!
Echo
On January 2, 2009 at 6:48 am
But my Dad said he wouldn’t mind if i got one but if my mum won’t get me one he just says no
echoecho
On January 5, 2009 at 9:12 pm
i have a dog who i love dearly, but i also want a cat. i asked my dad and he said “what kind of animal” and i said a cat. he immediatly said “NO”! i asked him to think about it, and next day later i asked have you decided and he again said “NO”! he didnt looke into it or anything!
echoecho
On January 5, 2009 at 9:14 pm
i have a dog who i love dearly, but i also want a cat. i asked my dad and he said “what kind of animal” and i said a cat. he immediatly said “NO”! i asked him to think about it, and next day later i asked have you decided and he again said “NO”! he didnt looke into it or anything!
navkiran
On January 19, 2009 at 10:29 pm
i really want a dog! i have tried to beg for one but this website helped me relize thats not a good way to get a pet. if you do beg it might work but you will feel really bad and your parents over time might give it away. right now im trying to be responsible, cleaning around the house and stuff. it will take time but i know i earned the pet without begging.
Tamia = ' . ' =
On January 25, 2009 at 3:45 am
This advice realy worked I cant beleave it! AND IM GETTING A HAMSTER FOR MY BIRTHDAY WHICH IS IN FEBRUARY!!! im kinda bumed that my birthday is on the last day of February but i dont care Im getting a hamster!!!!!YAY YAY YAY YAY YAY YAY YAY YAY YAY YAY YAY YAY YAY YAY YAY YAY YAY YAY YAY YAY YAY YAY YAY YAY YAY YAY and i BEGGED to get a hamster i also use THE PUPPY DOG LOOK it works every time for me : D
Tamia = ' . ' =
On January 25, 2009 at 3:49 am
P.S. Im getting a teddy bear hamster And im soooooo excited!!!
kelsey : )
On January 25, 2009 at 1:25 pm
hey i want a pig so bad my parents say i cant get one im so mad!!!!! but i do have 2 rats 2 gunie pigs and a dog. you might think im selfish for wanting more but…. a pig is want ive been asking for even be for the rats but i didnt get a pig instead i got 2 rats. maybe ask for something big like a dog or cat when they say no say then at least can i get a hamster or a gunie pig maybe somkething small to begin with.
Nicole
On January 28, 2009 at 10:22 pm
My dad thinks that I’m responsible, so I can have a dog, but then my grandma doesn’t want me to have a dog, even though she loves dogs. I really want one, I already promised my dad I’ll take really good care of it, but she just doesn’t want me to have one. :’( I’ll do anything for having a dog!
lauren
On February 1, 2009 at 4:24 pm
im not sure if im resplonsible i relly want a sheep well two sheep can some one help me pleses!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
anonymous
On February 1, 2009 at 9:56 pm
i got a dog and then my parents gave it away how do i get him back
B Nelson
On February 1, 2009 at 10:27 pm
to lauren.
I have sheep they are great pets.. but currently I am busy bottle feeding 3 lambs.. here is a great link on pet sheep. http://www.gomestic.com/Pets/Unusual-Pets-Sheep.125934
it helps if you have parents who like sheep and a proper set up for them
to anonymous #55
if the dog was YOURS and legally in your name then you can charge your parents with theft. if it was in their name, they can do with it what they want, but they should NEVER have gotten a pet they were unwilling to care for and provide a lifetime commitment too, shame on them. Save up your money so when you move out you can get a place that allows dogs and can get a dog of your own.
Troy
On February 5, 2009 at 7:06 pm
My mom wont let me get a hedgehod or a ferret im addicted to both, im almost 13 and its all because when I was 10 I didnt take care of my bearded dragon and we had to give it back to the pet store. How do I convince her?
B Nelson
On February 6, 2009 at 9:18 pm
Ferrets are a log of work…as many pets as we have, we dont have a Ferret. I am thinking of getting a Hedgehog though.. ask your mom what kind of pet she would like, work together with her to come to a mutual agreement, but remember it is HER house.
heyheyyyo
On February 7, 2009 at 10:21 pm
i used to have a hermet crab and i didnt take care of it so now i cant get another ” thing that breaths or poops” as rtefferd to my dad.
echo
On February 21, 2009 at 1:19 pm
Please give me advice on getting a hamster
lynn
On February 23, 2009 at 5:33 pm
hello. I am almost 13 and i really want a ferret. my mom and dad dont want one, but i want one really badly. i’ve been looking on the net. i found little ferrets that look like the perfect pets. ive been wanting a ferret/ferrets for about a month or so. i really want one alot. ive asked a lot but they say no. i am willing to do extra chores. what should i do???
bcmvbnbjcmn
On February 23, 2009 at 6:10 pm
wow
well you are some what right
but in other places you are just full of crap
sorry
but it is just the way i feel
alli
On February 23, 2009 at 6:15 pm
are pet ferrets really smelly? i would like to know.
lindsay
On February 25, 2009 at 4:55 pm
hi. im 14 years old and i really want a ferret. my mom and dad dont want one, but i do really badly. ive been looking on the net and i found little ferrets that look like the perfect pets. ive been wanting a ferret/ferrets for over a month. i really want one alot. ive asked mom and dad but they say no. i am willing to do extra stuff but mom says that wont change her mind. what should i do or try???
dsgui
On February 26, 2009 at 8:59 am
my parents dont like pets but
i really want one but the answer is always noooooooooooooo
Anya
On February 28, 2009 at 9:00 am
Hey everyone… yeah… parents sometimes seem like they have 20 eyes and should be green but there are sometimes good reasons for it… I said SOMETIMES.
their beautiful and intelligent but it took 4 months of careful persuading to get them.
I’ve had animals all my life (I’m 13) Cats since before I was born, mice, girbels, and a couple hamsters. My parents love animals and grew up with them- which helps a lot. Anyway, I decided I would love to try with rats. Yes, rats
I RESEARCHED it. The key is to have an answer to every question they through at you (and by they I mean parents). Whatever problem they come up with, you have a solution. What ever they argue, you produce a counter argument thats twice as strong. You present the disadvantages to them maturely then working through all of them. The best convinser is to pay for at least half of all the costs. Write up notes, get out books from the library, show you care.
I’m about to launch into my next “project” with some animals… its a little different but I really fancie getting two pot bellied pigs
I’m researching it now and have brought it up with my parents… of course the immeadiate answer was no but I was expecting that.
Good luck with all your parents
Judy
On March 2, 2009 at 7:46 pm
Hi, I’m 13, and I’m working to get a rabbit.
What I’m doing is researching everything about rabbits. Their behavior and body language, food, grooming, housing, training (including litter training), bunny-proofing things, local vets and shelters, illnesses and symptoms, etc. I’m going to put it all in a folder. Also, I’ve been keeping my room SPOTLESS and have been doing every chore I can find, even if they’re not my responsibility, or if they don’t need doing yet. But my parents are pretty stubborn. They’re not too keen on having a pet other than the dog we were thinking of getting a few months ago. Should I continue with the project? Am I wasting my time or is this a good idea?
echo
On March 15, 2009 at 8:31 am
PLEASE AWNSAW ME i really want a hamster but my mum won’t let me
echo
On March 15, 2009 at 8:35 am
To judy Rabbits are really sweet but dogs are cooler because they are like your best friend that will do anything for you but if you want a rabbit then keep going and good luck its just my oppinion that you should get a dog
B Nelson
On March 18, 2009 at 3:26 pm
to echo #68
find a pet your mom will allow – many kids get hamsters and dont like them because they bite or keep you awake at night, so ask her what pet she might allow instead…. good luck!
Thank you B Nelson
On March 21, 2009 at 7:33 am
Thanks so much i will try to convince her
Thanks again
Tara
On March 24, 2009 at 6:08 pm
hey my mom said yes to letting me get a hamster cuz she said she had one when she was a kid she said they where a lot of fun:)i asked my dad if i could get one and he said no!!! i asked him why and he said because they where like rodents i said to myself RODENTS!!!! they are hamsters!!! not rodents, rodents and hamsters are nothing alike! i told him i did research on them and he said i could get sick on them i said becus i was doing so much reseach there is no human to hamster deasese and i have bene saving up my birthday money from when i turned twelve on march, 5, 2009 i added the total of every thing and it ended up to be like 83.45$ and thats plus tax! and i have 90.5$ so i have enough money and he said the hamster could get out of the cage and i looked up on targe.com and i looked up 10 gallon hamster cage and it was only 25.99 and it was 10 gallons i an still trying to convince him please help!!!!!!
Tara
On March 24, 2009 at 6:12 pm
fdsdfsdfsdfsdfsdfd
On March 25, 2009 at 7:02 pm
Hey, my name is Akhil. I want to get a dog, namely a shih tzu. I’ve done the research, and i have the money. My mom said that I could get one in the summer, but she comes from a place where people are afraid of dogs, and she is also worried about vacations, and if the dog could come with us.I’m worried that she’ll hate the dog, and that she won’t feel like the house is a “home” anymore. Do you have any tips on how to make my more accustomed to dogs? Any help would be much appreciated.
fdsdfsdfsdfsdfsdfd
On March 25, 2009 at 7:04 pm
Hey, I meant to say my mom more accustomed to dogs.
echo
On March 26, 2009 at 9:44 am
to Tara
well i failed on getting a hamster and my dad didn’t mind but my mums boss of the house so she said no to a hamster but some advice that helped me convince my dad was gently hint about it for a little while act responsable which i’m sure you are but tidy your room and stuff like that and if your friend has hamsters talk about them maby look after there hamster for the weekend if they go away!
and don’t beg!
I wanted a hamster but we have cats and my mum says the cats will eat the hamster even if i put it in a cat proof cage and keep my door shut…
Good luck
Akhil
On March 26, 2009 at 6:18 pm
Hey I’m fdsdfsdfsdfsdfsdfd, as I said on #74-75, any help would be appreciated
B Nelson
On March 29, 2009 at 11:08 am
to Akhil, sorry I have been busy with my animals and did not respond sooner..
let your mom pick the one she likes, have her visit some people with dogs first, to get her relaxed.. adult dogs are less jumpy so that might be a good idea..
never buy from a pet store – you pay too much for a lower quality pet.
do not get one until you are sure mom is ready and you will take it to obedience lessons too.
tara
On March 29, 2009 at 3:08 pm
hey thanks for the advice i have cats to but thats not the reason they said no to a hamster but thanks for the advice to echo and also over spring break im waching my friends rat so maybe that will brib them
to echo from tara
echo
On March 30, 2009 at 1:15 pm
to Tara
Thats fine maby you could let your Dad hold the rat and let him get use to it and say but hamsters are cuter and smaller and stuff like that
Bye I have given up because my mum said NO!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! but i will try to help other people awnser queastions!;]
Akhil
On March 30, 2009 at 8:06 pm
Thanks for the advice B Nelson
Taylor
On April 4, 2009 at 10:56 am
This is pretty good! But also try to figure out why your parents won’t give in. Is it the money? The responsibility? Or even the pet itself? This will help convince your parents because you can give them the answers they’re looking for.
Laura
On April 16, 2009 at 8:40 pm
I want a ferret so bad! I know everything about them, I found the perfect cage, the perfect food, and everything! I have read the book “Ferrets for Dummies” 3 times! My dad said yes, but my mom is the boss of my house and said no. I don’t know why! I am a top student, and I am very responsible. I had the responsiblity of a dog thrust upon me when my sister stopped taking care of her. I take excellent care of her, and my parents know I do! I love my dog to death, but the dog is still loyal to my sister, and just adores my sister. I want a pet that I picked out, that loves me! I have tried everything to convince my mom. I made a schedule of how I would use my time, and I made a chart of the ferrets needs and the costs. I also made a slideshow on ferrets, adressing the concerns that my mom had! I am 13. All that took 4 hours of my spring break. My mom wouldn’t even look at it. I am so disappointed! Can anyone help?!
echo
On April 17, 2009 at 11:17 am
I know how u feel my mum did that to me to but i wanted a hamster
I am still tryin to get my dad to convince my mum.
Ask her why she dosn’t want one. And then try and fix that problem unless you can’t like me because i have cats that my mum thinks will eat the hamster. Sometime you have to show you are responsable because like with my pet problem my mum dosn’t realise that i would always make sure my cats wouldn’t get near it and it would be my pet so i would take the most care.
good luck
bob
On April 20, 2009 at 7:30 pm
i really want a rat but i have a dog and cat and my mom says ask your dad but of corse he will say no but i wash my dog and feeed both animals but they say i dont take care of them uhhh help!
*Animal*Lover*
On April 28, 2009 at 4:06 pm
I really want another pet. This article is saying that the way im trying to convince my mom into letting me have on is all wrong. But what else is there to do. I love animals alot, and i really want to adopt this kitten from the spca. I know i can take care of her because i had animals before, and im ready to take care of eveything, but my mom just keeps saying no, and it makes me really upset. She just keeps saying i can take care of friends pets or something stupid like that. But how can you love someone elses pet, when it isnt your own. Then she started saying i can look at pictures on the compiuter of pets and that should make me happy, but how can you love an animal in a picture, knowing that the owner of that pet loves their pet, but you cant show that love to a pet.
B Nelson
On April 30, 2009 at 9:23 am
to *Animal*Lover*
Try to find out what kind of pet your mom would allow. Maybe not a kitten, maybe she will allow a cat? or rabbit. You can love animals without owning them. In fact a person who loves animals the most will NOT own them unless they KNOW they can provide lifetime care for that pet (eg people living in apartments that are not allowed pets – should NOT get them – and would wait until they are in a place that allows pets or own their own home)
Your best thing is to get a part time job – save your money even now.. so you can move out eventually into a place that allows pets – very few do.
I am a mom, we have lots of pets, all our cats are spayed and neutered, I would much rather somebody adopt from the shelter than get a “Free” one or one from a pet store. I hope one day your mom will change her mind – but she never will if you keep pushing, and it would be unfair to the pet.
ryan
On May 1, 2009 at 3:41 pm
i really want a hamster and my mom said ”you dont no how to care for it”. for her informashin i coped and wrote so many things about a hamster!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! i will NOT STOP ANNOYING HER TIL I GET ONE!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Bunny hop
On May 15, 2009 at 4:35 pm
I desperatley want a bunny I asked my dad he said of course but you have to take it to your mom’s house. The bunnies are 15 DOLLARS I TELL YOU 15. So i ask my mom you probally all know the awnser know. My mom thinks bunnies are adorable. I ask her why and she said,”AFTER WE DONT HAVE ANNY MORE PETS I AM NEVER GONNA GET ANOTHER ONE.” For petes sake she wont even let me have a goldfish! I told her we can give my evil cat to my dad who actually wants him. I need information as soon as possible on how to get the bunny i always longed for i cannot wait i have already had six fish. i tried every thing but the awnser is always NO! I need that baby bunny and no one is buying her help B Nelson tell me what to do and fast im tired of cring. Kids shouldnt have NO always be the awnser. I will get that bunny by the way im ten years old.
B Nelson
On May 16, 2009 at 10:36 pm
to Bunny hop comment #89
To be honest, if you are willing to get rid of one pet (cat) then you are probably not really ready for another. It is unfair for the cat to be dumped so you can have a bunny.
I have a daughter and I allowed her to have a bunny. You can sometimes adopt them for less, and might even be able to find one with the cage for free! I should add, my daughter was 12 when we got her bunny.
But really it is your parents decision (and their money) so best thing for you to do is, love the cat, and wait until you are older, when you move out you can have as many pets as you want – thats what I did! (my biggest pet is a donkey, my parents would have never allowed a donkey)
trixieb
On May 24, 2009 at 9:14 am
i really want a chinchilla. i already have a hamster and have proven that i can take care of it. i always clean its cage and always make sure that it has water. mom says that she is a joy 2 have cuz she doesnt need to do anything. when i asked her to get a chinchilla, she said flat out no. i bought a care book, did my research and said that i would always take care of it and pay for at least half of what it would cost. SOMEBODY HELP!!!!!!!
Roxanne
On May 25, 2009 at 12:23 pm
Hi
I want a pet snake, and I have already looked up the stuff I need to know. I have already got a pet rabbit, but is not very playful,I really want one…HELP
( I am 12)
B Nelson
On May 26, 2009 at 8:40 pm
to Roxanne.
Love the pet you have, the rabbit, trust me a snake is going to be LESS playful.
Fabian
On June 8, 2009 at 4:15 pm
very helpful article
im gonna use this article cause i wannna ball python
Daryn
On June 9, 2009 at 6:37 am
I want a pig SOOO badly but my parents are so headstrong! I’m graduating grade 8 in a week and I want it as my present but they won’t let me have this pig! It’s a micro mini pig and grows to be no heavier than 40 pounds, it uses a litter box and it sleeps in a bed, comes with a crate, bed, blanket, brush, pellets and litter box! I’ve done ALL this research on these pigs and my parents STILL won’t give in!!
parents suck
On June 13, 2009 at 9:41 am
it has been 2 years since i had a pet last!!!i only have one dog but shes getting old i really want someone to play with me as a pet!!!!!!!
BunBunLover
On June 18, 2009 at 8:57 am
I really think B Nelson is looking at kids in an awful way! Not all are irritant, little, brats. In fact, I would like a rabbit to the point that I think about ways to persuade my parents 24/7.
I do NOT think B Nelson should put kids down this way! It’s not right. And all these kids want is help.
I constantly search rabbit cages online. Bunnies make me really happy, and my dad and my mom say “No bunny until after vacation!” And they remind me all the time. If one of them caught me writing this or on this website, I’d be dead.
Really, B Nelson, you have a good point, but my family loves animals and they can’t resist them. Recently we got a new puppy after my old dog died and a new hamster after my old hamster died. When my cat goes we will probably get a new cat.
I even have a spot in my room where I can put a bunny! I even know which breed I want.
Now all these kids want is help. A rabbit’s lifespan is about ten years. I am hoping I will be able to buy a house where I can have pets, not an apartment.
Have I said enough? Yes, I think I have. Any questions just post.
Nicole
On June 22, 2009 at 3:05 pm
I want to breed my hamster but my mom said NO. What do I do? and dont just say leave it at that. i really want to breed her. i told her i would take care of all of them like i do cleo now. (which is very good) i think the main point of my mom saying no is that im always at horse shows and she would have to take care of them (for only 2 days).
maddie
On June 26, 2009 at 11:37 pm
dear um whoever runs this website um my mom wants to get another pet but she says were not home enough to take care of whitch were not but i want a pet so bad
melissa
On July 6, 2009 at 9:16 pm
I am 13 years old, I always keep my room clean, and I’ve done lots of research on cats. I wrote a 3 page long paper on cats and cat care and my parents still won’t let me have one
Sophie
On July 8, 2009 at 5:04 pm
YOU stink Tommy! Just because your sister’s pets dont smell good dosn’t mean that all animals are horrible! And I should know because I have 5 cats 3 dogs 6 hamsters 15 fish 3 rabbits and 1 snake! And to top that I have 6 siblings and people constantly say my house smells great!
Sophie
On July 9, 2009 at 11:38 am
By the way, Tommy wrote #11 if you want to read it.
B Nelson
On July 9, 2009 at 7:06 pm
most well looked after pets DO NOT stink! thanks Sophie
Dhanya
On July 12, 2009 at 8:17 pm
My brother and sister and me want a pet We clean a lot , and when our parents need money we give it to them. They say they will think about it say no. What do we do with the pet when everyone is gone from home ? I need help in trying to get a pet.
We live in a place where pets will be happy. I asked my dad if i can voulnter at a shelter he said no I love animals so much i will do anything to get one. We had birds, and fish before and did well with them they are dead now because of age. I need help in getting a pet !!!!!!!!!!!!
Dhanya
On July 12, 2009 at 8:20 pm
I learned all i could and helped my friends with their pets too.
Jamie.
On July 13, 2009 at 11:58 am
My parents know i want a snake, and they just constantly say no, whenever i ask they just constantly interrupt saying no, I have decided to go with a Ball Python. Although i am only 14 years old, they know i am responsible enough, they won’t even have to see it if they don’t want to. It’s not really my mum (she just says they are hideous), it’s my dad, apparently i can get one when i move out. Any tips?
tina
On July 14, 2009 at 6:34 pm
hi not
Lexi
On July 16, 2009 at 6:16 pm
Hi, I’m 13 almost 14 and I’ve been wanting a kitten for SO long but my mom says no. I ask her why I can’t have one and all she tells me is that I have allergies. And I do but I take medincine and it’s like I don’t have them anymore. What should I do? And if it was because of allergies then why do you think she let me go to a cat camp where we spent 24/7 with them for a week and i forgot medincine and i was COMPLETELEY FINE. It also isn’t like I don’t have experience with them because at the camp we learned how to take care of them and about them and she had a kitten before I was born so its not like she doesn’t like them. I just don’t see why i can’t have one. Please if you have any info on how i can get my mom to change her mind please tell me…thanks
B Nelson
On July 18, 2009 at 2:10 pm
to Lexi
as a parent I know nagging will not help.. there is probably another reason, but bugging her about it may only make things worse.
cat camp sounds cool, I have never heard of such a thing. I am glad you like cats, I have 6 (all are spayed and neutered), maybe when you are older and move out you can be lucky enough to buy a home and have some cats then…
b fabian
On July 19, 2009 at 10:40 pm
wow great article
jade
On July 21, 2009 at 11:36 am
my mum wount let me have an african snail coz my bro has a hamster
Alexis
On July 21, 2009 at 5:01 pm
I have two dogs and one cat at home and I am 13. I have a 16 year old sister and I feed all the animals and empty the litterbox with occasional hep from my mom and dad. My sister and I want another cat for our cat Freedom, is ten and has some health issues so I think a companion woud be great for him to help him loose weight and get more active. In fact we want another kitten, but our parents are saying no more animals, we already have enough. I don’t agree. I am a very responsible honors student with an At average and that is their only reason for not getting another kitten. I have written a letter to my mom to send in an email and even made a contract to convince them we will not break promises. Any suggestions on convincing my parents?
Kevin
On July 21, 2009 at 5:03 pm
Hi. B Nelson do you think you can help me?
ok so 2 years ago i asked for a guinea pig and i asked everyday for a week. at the end of the week they said yes and we went to the store to look at supplies. When i was looking my mom asked if the pigs could be left alone for weekend trips. She said no and that made my mom change her mind. so i was really really sad. but then i asked for a hamster and she said no and said shed rather have a dog. now i am 13 and have 2 cats a a dog. i am VERY responsible! I have been back into researching and now lots! (yes i know i need 2) I was just wondering how i should ask? i am scared when asking for things. i am guessing i will get a NO! so how do i keep trying?
PLEASE HELP I LOVE GUINEA PIGS
Kevin
On July 21, 2009 at 5:12 pm
also i will pay for everything! i have $500 bucks and make $50 a month. also my dad is 61 yrs old and is very stubborn.
Kevin
On July 22, 2009 at 8:13 pm
please im begging for soemone to help me
B Nelson
On July 22, 2009 at 10:22 pm
To Kevin
What breed is your dog? Terriers and sight hounds (eg. greyhounds) as well as Huskies) are not good with small pets.
A Guinea Pig would be a MUCH better pet than a hamster for sure – hamsters are nocturnal and make lots of noise at night
A Guinea Pig would be fine if left for a day, but two days or more it would need its water and food checked, maybe a friend or neighbor would agree to this for you…
ask your mom again, but dont beg.. ask her what she wants from you..
When you are ready check an animal shelter FIRST before going to a pet store – you can sometimes save a lot of money this way, as some animals come with free or cheap cages.
good luck – sorry I didnt get back to you sooner
Mika
On July 23, 2009 at 9:46 am
Ball Pythons are pretty cool my brother had one but would you really like to go to a pet store at least twice a month and buy a mouse and watch it die?!
WONT A CAT
On July 23, 2009 at 1:28 pm
im tryin 2 get a cat but my mum n dad say no ive tried 4 a year but is always NO NO NO now its the summer hols ive said id trayn it by it not scratchin the sofa not 2 go to the toliet in the house and id look after it I EVEN SAID I WOULD PAY 4 ITS FOOD ITS TOYS AND IT. but she n he says NO NO NO NO WHAT DO I DO? HELP
Kevin
On July 24, 2009 at 2:30 am
B nelsomn my dig is a dashchound X (idk if i splet that right) and i wouldt adopt cuz my shelter has lots of gpigs
Katie
On August 22, 2009 at 12:06 pm
Hi =D
I’m 12 and I want a chinchilla – not just cos they’re cute – I’ve looked into it and have learned so much about them. Initially I wanted a cat, but my mum hates them… so I can’t get one of them! I have owned 2 Russian dwarf hamsters so I know that I can look after pets and am responsible and everything. But this morning when I approached my dad and talked about chinchillas he just said: “Look, you don’t know what you want do you? I don’t want a chinchilla”. Which I thought was odd because that’s not like him. Now I know he won’t listen if I approach him again. It’s so frustrating I really want a chinchilla! Help?!
Sharna
On September 1, 2009 at 4:28 am
Hi im 13 and i really want a rat. Ive been researching about them for ages now. I had rats when i was 5 but they died. My mum says that rats smell and i keep telling her that they dont if you clean their cages out often enough. I want two though so that they dont get lonely. I am very responsible but my parents still wont let me. PLEASE HELP ME!!! What should i do?
Vik
On September 5, 2009 at 8:43 pm
Hi I\’m 12 and I also really badly want 2 pet rats. Well actually me and my brother who is 14 want to share the responsibility. We\’ve never had a pet before, but have always wanted one. We have researched them for ages now and know everything about them. I tried acting super responsible for 2 weeks and then asked them. They said no. I then talked to my dad a few days after and he said he was scared of rats and to choose another animal. Also he said that he tried talking to my mom about getting any type of pet and she said no. I need a way to convince my mom to let me get a pet.
Ivey
On September 13, 2009 at 11:45 am
Hey guys, i want a rabbit soooooo… much I’ve done so much research i could almost be a vet! I have wanted 1 for so long like 2 years but I don’t beg. I’m 12 and I will be 13 in 8 days. Im super responcible. I have 4 horses that I share with my sis and 2 dogs I also share. I dont know what to do and i don’t know Y she don’t want it. When i ask y she just says i don’t wantt to tlk bout it and gets mad. I got all the money worked out, where I’m gunna keep it and I already have some people willing to care for my bun when I’m away! I know their a big comitment cuz they live perty long so I’m all worked out it just my stuborn mom! My dad said yes but he also said that if mom didn’t want 1 then I just couldn’t get 1 then!
If you read all that THANK YOU it may sound stupid but if you can PLEASE HELP ME!
Snurd
On September 13, 2009 at 12:08 pm
hey all id tell u my age but i bet ud make fun of me lol.well about me i love all sports and all animals well lets get 2 the point i want a rabbit ssooooooooooo! bad. my mom wont even talk about geten me the rabbit.i have anough money 2 get a big cage and the rabbit i have 190$ i tell my mom id pay 4 the rabbit but the anser is no as soon as i say rabbit.well i really need 2 no wat 2 do theres no point in not geting it my mom doesnt care if i have an animal in the loundry room my 2 dogs stay in there(they wont hert a fly) theres a side door that can have a dog door in the luandry room the rabbit would of corse be in a cage by the side door so it can get out and play in the run.O M G . Y cant i have a rabbit . u no wat im saying my mom loves animals and she thinks rabbits r so cute and would love 2 have 1………..wats the point well i dont want 2 go but if i rite 2 much u wont read it bye hope 4 a reply
B Nelson
On September 14, 2009 at 10:22 am
Snurd – you dont have to tell your age, I can guess you are young because of the way you type!
Anyhow its really up to your mom, you can ask her why not, but the more you beg and push for it, the more angry it will make her, try backing off for a while and asking later.. too much pressure will not make her say yes. she is probably worried you will get bored of it.
hi
On September 19, 2009 at 12:21 pm
my parents were be so selfish. That they don’t let us get a rabbit and we done all of our shores to get a rabbit then they said NO .My granny and granda were just a noying me so i went very angry . I just wish someone new were i live and they could give me 2 rabbit with black and white small ones. Then me and my sister would be very happy and wount ask for any thing in the world even if i wanted it. And was busting for it then when they said NO we went very mad and then we stoped talking to them. When they get us one I would start talking to them we had to clean the garden,garge,house,cut the grassand walk our doges for a month and don’t think that dogs kill rabbit because ours dog are very kind.
sandra
On September 29, 2009 at 4:43 am
i have wanted a cat my whole life and my parents said yes (after my convincing) but guess what! one parent says i can’t have it in the house (how pointless is that) i want a cat that can sit on my lap on the lounge,that sorta thing.the other parent says yes and she wants it inside and says its pointless having it always outside but the first parent i mentioned is the boss. so should i not get the cat or keep arguing my case.
B Nelson
On September 30, 2009 at 12:16 am
do not get a cat if it is to be living outside. This is unfair and in some places illegal – especially if your cat would be roaming the neighbourhood. outdoor cats have an average livespan of 2 yrs, most dying or being killed as kittens. dont get a cat until it can be cared for properly indoors, good luck. but remember one day you will grow up and can hopefully buy a house of your own and get your cat.
jonathan G
On October 6, 2009 at 8:36 pm
My dad is letting me get a guine pig but my mom says no just becuase of the poop i mean it doesn’t smell and ill be getting carefresh and i cant seem to get around this so my mom is just like being weird this isn’t even her
Jonathan G.
On October 6, 2009 at 8:59 pm
I will be paying for the guinea pig i wrote a 10 page essay on how to take care of it when to bathe it(not much like 1-3 months) trust me i have done a lot of reasearch alot (let’s say reading about 30 pages worth of guinea pigs and im 11 soon 12 next month) but my mom wont trust me its so weird only one reason comes out and here is exactly what i say and what she says
“hey mom what is wrong with having a guinea pig?”
“NO!”
“why”
“no!”
why?”
“The poop”
“but i’d be doing the spot clean each day”
“NO!”
they wont trust me enough to get guinea pigs I’ve done a lot of research into this and they will always in my life come down-right say no.
laura
On October 22, 2009 at 9:39 am
This is some advise to those who really want a pet but parents seem to be dead set against it.
I am 18 and have wanted rats for 5 years, wanted as you guess rightly means i have none.
my parents are so firmly set that i can not have any pet that there is no point in me trying anymore, it causes more hassle and grief than it is worth. every year i have asked and everytime I get some otheer excuse right now it has been, but what happens whe you go to uni. that one has me stumped, for now.Yet i know that if we got 2 they would love them.
i now willl have to wait for another 4 years untill i can get my own ones.
for those that do have parents like mine GIVE UP! it will save u time and effort as these sort of parents wont change their mind ever.
sanderic
On October 24, 2009 at 6:15 pm
What I did several years ago was I made a contract. I presented it to my parents after one month of taking up extra responsability. They took two months to decide but said yes, I waited a year to get the dog because I had to pick up neighborhood chores so I could pay for the dog. But it was all worth it, our family dog quit being vicious and I finally got my “perfect” companion.
Amber
On October 25, 2009 at 1:25 pm
I NEED help I’ve wanted several pets and i’m only 11
1.ferret
2.frog (fire belly toad)
3.hedgehog
4.budgie
5.fish (beta)
I don’t see what the problem is i have a cage for all of them (given to me by friends from their previous animals) i have toys for the ferret,frog,and hedgehog. My dad says no to the budgie and the ferret and my mom said no to the same things. I’ve research everything u can passably research. PLEASE HELP!!
Amber
On October 25, 2009 at 1:27 pm
Also my best friend has tree frogs and is willing to give me some supplies!
Amber
On October 25, 2009 at 5:17 pm
PLEASE HELP!!! I’M BEGGING U PEOPLE. oh and i might mention i have 2 cats and 2 dogs. the cats are old, like 13. 1 dog is 4 and the other is 2.
B Nelson
On October 26, 2009 at 10:00 pm
to Amber
Ferrets are very demanding pets, they needs lots of time out of the cage, while I have many pets, I dont have a ferret. We recently got a hedgehog and for SOME people they are okay, you have to be careful when you get them from though, often they are not handled enough when from pet stores.
A Frog or Betta might be alright though. Just remember in a few years you will be in high school and might be too busy for too many pets, so ask only for the Betta or frog.
Good luck.
Amber
On October 27, 2009 at 7:13 am
thanks, but i don’t think my parents would even get me a flea.
Amber
On October 27, 2009 at 9:15 pm
To: B Nelson
Actually B Nelson i’m in the 5th grade and i’m moving soon, my mom said maybe i could get a hedgehog when i move. My mom doesn’t like the idea of a fish but i’m not sure why. My dad said “frogs yuck what girl wants a frog.” he just doesn’t think its right for a girl to get a frog. Also i’ve got a question for you do you think its better to get a hedgehog from a breeder or a pet shop i’m not sure because i’ve visited both and they’re very similar. Also, i just wanted to know what is your hedgehogs name? my best friend’s is Sonic.
B Nelson
On October 30, 2009 at 9:27 pm
to Amber
My daughter is a big Twilight fan, she called her hedgehog Esme, here is a picture
http://www.picable.com/related/Nature/Cats/Esme.1073445
they are nocturnal so this might be a problem – I never suggest buying any pet from a pet store – they come from mass breeders and are not use to being handled, plus because all efforts are to make profit the pet store pets are bred and cared for as cheaply as possible so you award cruel breeding/ raising practices.
fern
On October 30, 2009 at 9:41 pm
I’ve been lucky enough to have loads of pets as i grew up. I feel sorry for kids that don’t have pets…I couldn’t imagine my life without my animals, SO BENIFICIALAND WONDERFUL!!!! Really does teach you responsibility and care…I loved my pets and it broke my heart when they died, but i would never not have one to save me heartache. However your parents have gotta be the type, if you’re young, to help you look after your animal. Full stop, I was never good with cleaning out hutches when i was young.
Petsss….what I’VE found out about caring for them (not taking into consideration expense):-
Rabbits: I’ve had a BAJILLION rabbits…kids love them cause they’re cute and all bunny-bunny, but they do scratch and kick ALOT. You gotta trim their nails alot or they’ll unintentionally kick chunks outta you. They also fight like mad if you get two boys who hate eachother. Tear eachothers ears to ribbons.
In my opinion it’s simpily not good enough not to have access to grass and a run for your rabbit. They need space…and do you really want to clean out a smelly hutch outside in the winter?
As a note. rabbits can be real intelligent, I’ve one that comes when called and is house-trained and can do tricks to an extent, depends on the rabbit tho.
Guinea pig: Like a rabbit, but less scratchy. They’re a far more gentler pet for a child than a rabbit with big thumpy feet, I think.
Hamster/mice: They nocturnal habbits didn’t really bother me, you get used to it. but they are smelly, if theres a hamster in your room. Your room WILL smell of hamster, sorry. XD Fab pets but accident prone as they will prolly escape once or so…if you have a young child don’t get them a hamster or mouse, get something BIGGER…very vulnerable to cats and dogs, easy to lose and hurt, You could kill it by dropping it. I was very young and accidently drowned my older brothers mouse. Not suitable for diddy kids…Also very short lifespan =/
Dog: A dog is a family pet, and resonsibility, end of. A dog is like a family member to many people. Needs lotsa attention and company. A dog isn’t something you put back in the cage.
Cat. A cat is so much more independant that anything else, pretty low maintenace (you don’t need to take it for walks, bath it, exercise it, play with it etc) Cats wander though, not good in a place where theres lotsa traffic or nasty kids who think it’s funny to shoot at them with BB guns.
Snake: Brill pets…trust me XD weird but they’re quite ideal. Sure they need special things (heating, a vivarium, the right humidity etc) but they DON’T SMELL and I only need to feed mine ONCE A WEEK. They need a bit of exercise, taken out and handled a bit but they don’t need to be engaged much; played with or have toys, really. Snakes can totally be safe with kids, dead docile..likea big slow-worm really with a decent lifespan.
Fish: fish are pretty. But they’re kinda more of an ornament than a pet. You can’t be affectionate with it, handle it, or recieve much from it…your kid WILL bore of it.
Amber
On October 31, 2009 at 9:28 am
Thanks B nelson by the way Esme is adorable!
Amber
On November 4, 2009 at 7:46 am
I found a hand blown glass (green) hedgehog and i’m gonna buy it boy is it cute!
Danny
On November 7, 2009 at 8:57 pm
Ok, this kind of helped. But it’s just that I’m afraid that my parents will punish me if i ask.
But after my friend got a pet, I really wanted one so I am going to ask for one no matter what happens!!!
i love dogs
On November 9, 2009 at 4:58 pm
i think if your kid is willing to have a pet him/her will take care of it but if not you should take the pet away and mabey after a few hours your kid will take better care of it if not keep doing that until they are better about taking care of it if they dont care that you take the dog away than you should give the dog away
Amber
On November 16, 2009 at 8:48 pm
To: B Nelson
Hi, i’m back we decided to get a fish (betta) and I named it Bubbles. Well anyway I cleaned my room the same day and guess what I found? I found an old rat/mouse/hamster or any thing thats small cage. I looked into it and decided rat or sugar glider. Rats are easier but my mom doesn’t like the bald tails.And sugar gliders are cute and all but need alot of cage space. What do you think? I NEED some help on this one…..
Amber
B Nelson
On November 17, 2009 at 11:53 am
To Amber
Dont push mom too soon, especially after you just got Bubbles!
Sugar Gliders are VERY demanding – they need alot of special attention and care, in fact they are on pet that even I wont allow. You may consider a gerbil.
(rats need much larger cages than hamsters/gerbils)
Amber
On November 18, 2009 at 8:05 am
To: B Nelson
Yeah, I know but the cage is huge here is a picture you can copy and paste it. http://www.ratsratsrats.com/wp-content/uploads/2009/10/rat-cage-petsmart1-300×300.jpg
the cage is pretty big but I’m not allowed to get a ferret even though I’ve wanted one since I was 6. And I didn’t ask her for anymore animals yet. I just wanted to find a use for the cage.
Sid
On November 21, 2009 at 7:05 pm
Please help!!!
I’ve been asking my mom for a hamster for, like, 2 years but it isn’t working. I’ve done a lot of research and I’ve been printing stuff for my mom to read but i don’t know if she even reads it. I don’t know why she won’t let me have one. I’m a straight A student, I keep my room neat (usually) and I have 3 dogs that I take good care of and love to bits and my mom knows it. I know my dogs wouldn’t hurt a hamster. I even know that when I go away my best friend will watch my hamster if I watch her chinchilla when she goes away. I’m a deep sleeper so a hamster running around at night wouldn’t bug me, either. My mom just has lame excuses like “they smell” and “I don’t like them”. Someone help me!!!
max
On November 22, 2009 at 11:23 am
my mum and dad wont let me have a pet apart from a fish now you have to admit that fish are well boring other pets must be great fun to have around the house and we only have a fish.
by max
Sophie
On November 23, 2009 at 1:50 pm
Hi, i’m 12 almost 13 and I really want a kitten. I love animals and want to be a vet (my parents know this). I had 2 cats, 1 was never in and the other I had a really special bond with but she died of cancer. Her brother is now never inside and he is 16 so he never plays. My parents know i’m responsible and i’m always well behaved but they say “NO”. I’m going to try a presentation (that took me 3 whole weekends) but could people help me anyway.
Sid
On November 23, 2009 at 8:32 pm
Please help I’m not making too much progress!!!
Irelynn
On November 28, 2009 at 3:38 pm
I have 2 cats, one dog, and a guinea pig (Who is on my lap right now) and I really want a puppy or a guinea pig, though my parents don’t. I want another guinea pig because I know that my pig Ace, is very lonely, my mom doesn’t want one though, and my dog is getting very old and she doesn’t like to do much, I still love both of them, and I know that puppies are a load of work, so I more want another guinea pig, is there any way that I can convince them somehow? Maybe for this upcoming christmas, which I keep hinting them I want a guinea pig or puppy. But I still don’t think their too keen to get either. I am 11 years old and I have always taken good care of my pets.
B Nelson
On November 28, 2009 at 10:07 pm
to Irelynn
Guinea Pigs are often unhappy with other Guinea Pigs unless they were introduced at a young age and raised together, so unless you have 2 cages you shouldnt get another..
and a pup is a lot of work
really no pet is for Christmas, wait till spring.
Irelynn
On November 29, 2009 at 5:25 pm
I know that, but Ace has been introduced to other guinea pigs, and he was raised with many other guinea pigs, he is very comfortable with other pigs, and I realize how difficult a pup is, and I am willing to deal with the teething, potty training, cleaning up after it, training, and exercising. I just would like some advice on how I can possibly convince them to get either..
fionnnnnn
On December 4, 2009 at 5:48 am
Caiti
On December 4, 2009 at 5:40 pm
ok so we have five cats and four dogs. not all of them are mine. we recently moved in with our aunt and a family friend. it is kinda like full house only everyone has a pet.lol. i really want a hedgehog. i have read everything i need to know about how to take care of them and im working out the cost of getting one and keeping up with its care. i keep my room clean and i take care of MY pets that we own. i just need to convince my mom im going to care for this one too. the only problem is my dad and his woman are crazy about not letting me have any pets. i would only need to take it with me during the summer so i need to convince them as well. i just need to word it right. any suggestions. i have been dropping hints with flyers and pictures and cleaning everything in my path to show i can do it.
Irelynn
On December 11, 2009 at 9:11 pm
I managed it. I’m getting a puppy for christmas. (:D)
But how I did it, well, it might be useful.
I have REALLY been wanting a puppy. What better way to convince them than showing that you can do what they say you can’t. My mom always said “You wouldn’t be responsible” So, I showed her how very responsible I am. I did chores, (Cleaning, washing dishes, making dinner) and never complained about it, I also worked hard in school and got good grades, and whala, I was responsible. I bet anyone who tries this could maybe convince their parents to let them get a pet. :]
nomi
On December 29, 2009 at 12:04 am
Yeah right I’ve tried getting a sugar glider for 2 years and nothing worked. You just got one of those parents who are nice and got u a sweet puppy
Amber
On December 29, 2009 at 12:16 am
To: B Nelson
Hey, remember me? well I got like $500 for Christmas, I got everything I wanted and I don’t want anymore things cause my room is flooded with toys and clothes and stuff. I’m not saying its a mess its just I think I got enough stuff for a while. Anyway my aunt came to town and she is a Vet like I wanna be. So I told her how much I wanted a Sugar Glider and she said she’d get me one. Well thats a fantasy. I’m bored with my sister Kayla for like 7 hrs a day we need something to train teach or do. We even go online typing “things to do when your bored” of course we don’t do any of them but they are fun to read.
Any suggestions? I need an amusing pet both my dogs know every trick their is to know and my cats are cool but their 13 and have alot of problems. Well, I got my fish but I got them to follow my finger. Its amazing I can even teach a fish. I have time, patience(as you can see), and lots of money (not just mine)!!!
Amber
On December 29, 2009 at 12:16 am
And Nomi Your Not The Only One!!
B Nelson
On December 29, 2009 at 12:18 pm
Amber – you should see about taking your dogs to AGILITY lessons and showing off their skills!
or Obedience competitions!
Insane Ferret Lover
On December 29, 2009 at 3:58 pm
Hi, I’m 11 an I have this thing about ferrets. My parents on the other hand have somthing against ferrets. I love ferrets and I plan on getting my parents to adopt one from a shelter, but there is one little problem. Both my mom and dad think that ferrets are discusting ugly creatures. I have pontid out to both of them after 3years of reaserch that A. they don’t smell that bad, B. they’re very cute, and C. they get along with all the other animals in our house. Every time I go to the pet store I always go by the ferret cage and insist in holding one. My mom at first when I said that I wanteda ferret wen’t over to the fish tank and bought me two goldfish( one of which shortly after getting home died). The next time I said that I wanted a ferret we were at an adoption drive to help out animals. My mom had seen me earlier playing with two kittens, she decided that we would foster them and then she bought them for me two days later. I mean the kittens were cute but I know that it was just a scandle for her to now say ” I’m not getting you any more pets EVER.” I did point out that the goldfish was now my little sisters and that I have had the cats for a while so I think that I’m qulified to own a ferret. She still sais NO. My Dad just thinks that they are “stinky little rags.” This quote actually offends me. I have $200.00 stored up for it and am planning to get more. Can anyone tell me how I should convince my parents to let me have one.
Insane Ferret Lover
On December 29, 2009 at 5:05 pm
(As an Addition to my comment above):
In order to get more money, I babysit for my parents (Well my brother used to do it but being my brother he just sits on the coach and eats health-bars. Unfortunatly for him, my parents came home early one night and found him in the pantry….) In 100 days I make around $75.00, so money is not a problem for me. I’m also thinking about giving away some of my gently used items such as old clothes, pens and pecils because everyone I know likes to be a cheap-stake and just by me a pencil set or some “excpensive” pens. huff, yeh $2.00 dollars is “excpensive”. Also some of my old toys like my stuffed animals from when I was five and some old books that I don’t need any more. I’m going to give all this stuff away so I’ll have room for a ferret (if I ever get one). Room for the ferret to play in and have a night-time cage with still enough room for my cats. I still don’t see why my parents are so against having a ferret when I am clearly making sacrifices.
Insane FerretLover
On December 30, 2009 at 2:14 pm
I still need help!!!!!!!!!! I can’t even spit the word ferret out of my mouth when I’m around her!! I’m worried if I ask again then she will get really mad at me. I try to be helpful around the house and I do extra chores.
B Nelson
On December 31, 2009 at 11:50 am
to Insane Ferret Lover
I love your commitment! Ferrets are a lot of work, more than cats, as you probably know they are super smart and need lots of time out of the cage.
The approach I would try is being more subtle (less pushy). Ask if you can go and VISIT the ferrets in the shelter (call the shelter first to see if they have ferrets). Have the staff show you which are the most friendliest, and descented, and play with them. Ask the staff questions about their care, even if you already know the answers, its so your mom or dad can hear. BUT DO NOT use the time to ask for the pet. Instead when its time to go, be mature, thank the staff and say to the staff simply One day I hope to be able to come back and adopt a ferret I think they are special. Thank the staff and thank your parents.
Every now and then ask if you can go back and visit the ferrets, like maybe once every two weeks, eventually your parents will learn more about ferrets, after a few months of this then without being pushy ask them if they would consider allowing you to get a ferret.
The gentle approach might work better than a pushy one.
Christi (Ambers' older sis)
On January 8, 2010 at 8:29 pm
Hi!!! I really WANT a Guinea Pig and a Bunny
Christi (Ambers' older sis)
On January 8, 2010 at 8:33 pm
HI! I REALLY want a bunny, a fish tank, and any type or rodent!
Amber
On January 8, 2010 at 8:46 pm
Dear B Nelson and Insane ferret lover
I’m just like u I LOVE ferrets but seem to have grown more on the sugar glider side, any way the same thing happened to me except i didn’t get anymore pets and I totally agree with you points too. And B Nelson I agree with you too but ferrets are ALOT of work plus I have done just about 3 yrs of research but I won’t give up on the ferret or sugar glider oh and I do know they will chew up everything they can find and its best to get 2 because if 1 gets bored it can cause alot of stress so it’ll have someone to play with (but thats not always the case) so maybe you should show you mom all the research you did, I did, but It got me nowhere I even made a book but thats not the point if I can’t succeed than at least I can help you do it!!! DON’T STOP TRYING NO MATTER WHAT!
Christi
On January 8, 2010 at 8:47 pm
Also, I think that I should have a fish tank. I have worked hard. I live in an apartment and I have a dog and a Beta fish. I think I should have a fish tank. I used to have turtles, and the tank is no problem what so ever. I keep asking them but, every time it is they think I won’t take care of it. I have frog that I’ve had for two years!!! They’re still alive. Amazing to my parents. But, the turtles I got were a gift from my bff. Also, the guinea pig situation is different. They think i’m irresponsible, but my mom HATES them she is obbsessed with not having the rodent in the house. She thinks the dog will go crazy. Plus, for the bunny, my parents still think it’s a rodent so it sortta goes together.
Amber
On January 8, 2010 at 8:51 pm
I feel for you (I don’t live in an apartment though)
Christi
On January 8, 2010 at 9:31 pm
Woops! I made a typo on the apartment! I live in a house
Amber
On January 8, 2010 at 9:39 pm
To: Insane Ferret Lover and B Nelson
Did you tell your mom and dad that ferrets are NOT rodents they are part of the weasel family (Mustela putorius furo). Thats a mistake that my mom made when I was talking about them, she specifically said “I’m not having any smelly annoying rodents in my house, when you turn 18 and move out you can get one!!” I have a video of it as proof. I thought of that while I was eating dinner. By the way, I don’t live in an apartment and I have 3 sisters an older (Christi age: 12) then me (age 11) and then Kayla (age 10 she was adopted) and Kylie (age 4). The problem with that is in my family Kylie and Christi want a Guinna Pig and a Bunny, then me and Kayla want a Sugar glider or a ferret but we are all pretty mature so if one of us got the pet that someone else wanted we’d be fine. As you may know we in all have 2 frogs, 2 fish, 2 dogs, and 2 cats.
Christi
On January 8, 2010 at 9:42 pm
True Amber true!!!
Amber
On January 8, 2010 at 9:43 pm
^^ CONTINUED^^
Frogs names are: Sugar and Spice
Fish are: Bubbles and Ray
Dogs are: Sparky and Cocoa
Cats are (my moms but still): Saga and Mr. Kitty
Kayla (Amber little sis)
On January 8, 2010 at 9:46 pm
Ya agreed with both Christi and Amber but Christi does want a sugar glider so… FIX IT!! Sorry was I to harsh there??
Christi
On January 8, 2010 at 9:48 pm
Gosh Amber! Don’t you know how to spell my dogs’ name by now? It’s Coco
Kayla
On January 8, 2010 at 9:50 pm
Ok umm I have a question for B NELSON uh? Well… are you like the owner of the site or not I wanna know?
Christi
On January 8, 2010 at 9:52 pm
Ok, so the real question is, is how can I get my parents to say yes to a fish tank, a rodent, or a bunny
Amber
On January 8, 2010 at 10:13 pm
To: B Nelson
Well Christi even though I’m next to you I can’t answer this question I wish they understood what we do and I wish we could straight up tell them and they listened and knew how we felt. I don’t just want an animal cause I just gotta have it I want it for many reasons here they are sorry if i bore you but i will not stop trying. I know Christi, Me, Kayla, and Kylie won’t either (well maybe Kylie but she is only 4) Any way here are the reasons…………………………
1) I get bored with toys and want something to do.
2) I love each and every animal no matter what.
3) I would love the fun and excitement in training it.
4) Me and Kylie are the main ones at home because Christi is always at her friends house or somewhere fun, Kayla went with our Aunt to find her real parents, and Kylie is at pre-school from 6:30am-6:00pm at night and I get home at 2:30 pm and usually does homework till 3:00 or 3:30pm.
5) The only pet Kylie got to enjoy getting was our (now dead) hamster Rosie that died when she was 2.
6) I’m getting boring so bye PLEASE reply.
Amber
On January 8, 2010 at 10:18 pm
Continued from above^^^^^^^
Kayla has been gone for 2 months and is leaving again for 4 more months and today and tomorrow are the only days i get to see her till’ she gets back
B Nelson
On January 9, 2010 at 11:30 am
Hello girls!
I do not own the site, I am a writer for it, one of many. If you have a parents permission, you can write here too and get paid for it.
http://www.triond.com/rw/24274
As a parent I wouldnt allow my daughter to have any pet that I wouldnt be willing to care for myself, as when she is sick or at a sleep over, for example.
Ferrets and dogs are too demanding for us. We do have cats, a hedgehog, sheep and even a donkey and llama!
yes, both ferrets and rabbits are NOT rodents, of course you shouldnt get both because ferrets will kill rabbits.
Ask mom to take you to your local SPCA or pet shelter just to visit the pets… then as nicely one day what kind of pet she MIGHT allow.
Amber
On January 9, 2010 at 4:09 pm
Ok cool. Yeah, we know we would rather have a sugar glider out of all the pets but a ferret is our second choice so if we were allowed either one we’d take it. Our shelters by our house (there are 3) never had a ferret except for one time when someone was caught illegally breeding them and all 3 shelters took a bunch. They all got adopted really fast so we didn’t have a chance. At the family owned pet store by our house they only have like 3 but there always on hold. I don’t think its one of those bad pet stores cause:
1) Its always clean, they have a hand cleaning station.
2) They only let the staff handle the animals.
3) All the animals cages are HUGE the sugar glider cage is like half the wall and the ferrets is like a huge obstacle course its cool to watch them run around.
Selena
On January 9, 2010 at 4:21 pm
Hi, my name is Selena. I have 2 African Dwarf frogs, one dog, and a Beta fish. I REALLY want a hamster and a some fish with a tank. I know a TON about almost every animal, but, I don’t know how to getmy parents to get me one. For the fish, already have a tank, that I used to hav hermt crabs and turtles in. But, now my mom uses it for storage,for like foil. And te hamster could go in the tank, if I didn’t get fish. My parents don’t think that I am responsible enough, but, I have certainly proved that I can take care of either. I take care of all the animals I have now and they’re still alive! But, the other argument my parents also have is that we live in an apartment and we don’t have enough space. But, where my turtles were, I could put them. Recently I asked them for the fish and my parents don’t think I’ll change the tank, when I’ve done the tanks for all my other animals. For the hamster, they think that if it bites me, I’ll never pick it up again. I’ve tried slide-shows, and books, and pretty much everything else you can do to show parents that you know all about the animal. I have my own money, so that isn’t a problem either!!! What can I do? Please HELP!!!
Yasmin
On January 9, 2010 at 6:51 pm
To:Selena
Hi i’m new my name is Yasmin and I think your parents are sort of right I have a hamster but I want a rabbit really bad my hamster bit me and it drew alot of blood it didn’t hurt too bad though. Then about a week later I picked it up and bit my bad hand and it hurt like never before it hurt super bad and i have a big hamster so…. (a rare Europeon Hamster super rare to get) Then it bled for almost a month and my cut was about as big as a bottle cap cuz it held on and ripped my skin. I showed my dad and he said it was infected and I had to got to the hospital and get medicine and had to get stitches. My mom made me get rid of my hamster and now i’m getting a bunny. But I think The fish are no problem
Amber
On January 9, 2010 at 6:54 pm
Are you talking fantasy? Because like a hamster would do that.
Kayla
On January 9, 2010 at 7:02 pm
Maybe your talking fantasy because like my sister said i don’t think a hamster would do that and stitches? I fell of a cliff and got a gash as big as both my hands and didn’t get any stitches.
Selena
On January 9, 2010 at 7:03 pm
OMG! Seriously?! That’s amazing!!! I’ve never seen a hamster that big before. I want a small hamster like a robo. I LOVE Robo hamsters. Their real name is robovorski. They are the smallest hamster in the WORLD. I asked my parents and they said maybe for the fish!!!
But, I have three fish in mind:
Livebears
Glowing tetras
Neon Gobies
I think these fish would be the best for me, they stay small and they are small. I only have a ten gallon tank, so these are the best, also, I am probably using my own money, so I’d perfer if they were in expensive. But, if anyone has an idea for FRESHWATER fish that are about 3in big (I live in the US and I forget how to change the inches into cetemeters). 3in or less. But, because these fish are so small and tend to be eatten by bigger fish, I think that it would be better if they were smaller. Also, if anyone knows if any of these aren’t fresh water fish PLEASE tell me ASAP. I tried to look it up but, I couldn’t find it. Now, I’m really aimming for the fish, and a little whole after that I’ll try for the hamsters. But, if anyone knows any pretty fish that are small please answer!!!
Christi
On January 9, 2010 at 7:07 pm
Hi everybody! I defilently think that it is possible to have a hamster that can do that! But, I think that, that fish must’ve had some serious problems! Anyway, I think that those fish are fresh water. Not sure though
Christi
On January 9, 2010 at 7:09 pm
not fish sorry, hamster. But, please, I really want people to see Selena’s comment. She deserves to have hers answered. It’ more important than me. PLEASE ANSWER SELENA’S!
Amber
On January 9, 2010 at 7:09 pm
To:Selena
Guppys are small like maybe 4in or 3in and they are freshwater and really pretty like bettas so try that, they are SUPER inexpensive and dont eat other fish.
Amber
On January 9, 2010 at 7:11 pm
why should i answer hers??
Christi
On January 9, 2010 at 7:13 pm
You should answer hers’ because she needs to have pets unlike us Amber!
Selena
On January 9, 2010 at 7:15 pm
Thank you. I do like guppies. They are VERY cute! But also how many should i get? Like should I get like four of each? Or would they eat each other? But, thank you! If anyone else has any fish, go ahead. I appreiate it
Amber
On January 9, 2010 at 7:18 pm
Ooh Selena guess what I found some fish that are pretty and they match your requirements they are: parrot cichlid, tiger barbs, yo yo loaches, and maybe some pearl or blue gouramies.
Selena
On January 9, 2010 at 7:23 pm
Thank you, I LOVE the parrot cichlids. But seriously! How many should I get of each. If I get two and they are different genders, they might have babies, if I get only one then they might not have a friend
What do I do?!?!?!
Kayla
On January 9, 2010 at 7:24 pm
Guppies do fight but they wont kill each other and you shouldn’t keep males together.
Selena
On January 9, 2010 at 8:01 pm
How do I tell them apart? Females and males?
Amber
On January 9, 2010 at 8:37 pm
Males are smaller, colorful, and have long tails. And I think females are fatter.
B Nelson
On January 9, 2010 at 11:14 pm
To tell Guppies apart, while males are generally smaller and more colorful this isnt the proper method. You have to look for a body part apparent on all livebearer fish. Called a gonopedium (not sure if I spelt it right) its underneath. You can keep male guppies together but should have more females than males.
Selena
On January 10, 2010 at 9:56 am
To: B Nelson
Thank you. Do you know if all these fish are fresh water?
B Nelson
On January 10, 2010 at 8:11 pm
Selena
yes Guppies and Tetras are freshwater fish, so are many other livebearers such as Platties and Swordtails, just make sure you have something to do with the babies!
Selena
On January 11, 2010 at 9:12 pm
B Nelson
Thank you! But, do you know if neon gobbies are? Thank you!
Selena
On January 16, 2010 at 9:22 am
THank you everybody! I got my fish tank yesterday and I am VERY pleased. I got some fancy tal guppies and they are awesome! Just wondering… Is it normal for them to go up and down the side of the tank all day? And, is it normal for the tank to be cloudy after the first day of having the fish in there? Thank you!
Kayla, Christi, Amber, and Kylie
On January 16, 2010 at 11:29 am
TO: B Nelson
The fair is coming up and they have sugar gliders (I just found out) my mom known for a while and she told me to get me aggravated i guess because she was like ” Hey girls guess what? They have sugar gliders at the fair this year.” and we were all like COOL and she said “but we are not getting one!” and i got SO mad because whats the point of telling us if we can’t get one me and Kayla ended up getting grounded because we kept arguing this is stressing me out way too much i wanna take a break but I can’t i’ve gotta get a sugar glider no matter what. Has my mom ever wanted something so bad and she never got it well, no because out of her 3 sister she was the youngest and got whatever she wanted she just doesn’t get it. When she was little she had a pet Skunk, A snake, A dalmatian, A cockatoo and a chihuahua. Same thing with my dad he was the youngest and got whatever he wanted too. He got a Opossum, 3 snakes, 4 parrots, a budgie, he won a tarantula (the only spider I like), and he had 7 dogs, 3 golden retrievers, 1 cocker spaniel, and 3 Boston terriers. The only pet he wanted and never got was a French bulldog.
B nelson please help me/us.
The one who is writing is Amber but we all pitched in.
P.S. I can’t wait till i turn 18 and move away (far away)
Amber
On January 16, 2010 at 11:32 am
^^Continued^^
I’m gonna move out get a nice house and have 3 dogs,ferrets,birds, hedgehogs and sugar gliders!!!!!!!!!
Christi
On January 16, 2010 at 3:42 pm
Hi everybody!!! I totally agree with Amber. I can’t wait until we get out and live FREE FOREVER!!! Hope we get one. Cross your finger everybody!
Selena
On January 16, 2010 at 3:43 pm
I got 3 neon’s they are soooooo cute! They play and swim right along with the guppies! Thank you B Nelson! You ROCK
Amber
On January 16, 2010 at 3:45 pm
Lucky u
Kayla
On January 16, 2010 at 3:47 pm
Thank you Christi I agree with you and Amber
B Nelson
On January 16, 2010 at 11:57 pm
Congrats on getting your fish!
Amber
On January 17, 2010 at 11:46 pm
TO: B nelson
Please help me from what I wrote above
Amber
On January 18, 2010 at 6:25 pm
Go 8 comments up and you’ll see mine
B Nelson
On January 18, 2010 at 10:38 pm
Amber, I am sorry, I am not your mom, I cannot make her get you any kind of pet you want. Sugar Gliders are lots of work… I know many people who have had them and wished they didnt. I suggest you go to the fair and look. Ask questions and learn.
Eventually you will get a pet, even if it is after you move far away.
Amber
On January 19, 2010 at 5:51 pm
I understand
iluvedward
On January 20, 2010 at 4:43 pm
my dad said that as long as live in my parent’s house he never ever wants to hear the word dog. What do i do?
Amber
On January 23, 2010 at 11:18 am
To: B Nelson
Hi its me again I learned all I can in the past 12 days so all I can and today is the day I get to go to the fair. All of you please wish me luck! I’m gonna ask my parents if I can get one!!!
I’ll tell you how it went afterwards
Amber
On January 23, 2010 at 8:51 pm
To B Nelson
I went to the fair with my best friend and I asked my mom and she said maybe when we move. So at least I got a maybe. Then I asked my dad and he said if I go on 9 fishing trips with him he will pay for the cage but i’ll have to get the glider. Well then I’ll be going on fishing trips alot more!
B Nelson
On January 23, 2010 at 10:10 pm
to Amber. GREAT!
It gives you something to look forward too!
In the mean time keep learning about pets, not just the good points but the bad ones too.
http://therealowner.com/exotic-unusual/unusual-pets-sugar-gliders/
Amber
On January 24, 2010 at 9:15 pm
I know I was on A site like this awhile ago and It said that you should also try to learn about the bad points
Amber
On January 24, 2010 at 9:39 pm
Ok I have this story, its kind of a weird one that I wasn’t expecting…
We went to one of the animal shelters because my best friend lost her dog and my mom offered to help. So we got in the shelter and first thing we see is a man going through the emergency place. We couldn’t make out what he was holding so we ignored it. Then we found my friends dog and she came and picked him up. We just were looking around and saw some cute kitties and a bunch of dogs. Then we went back in the lobby room an there was 2 Rabbits, 2 Guinea Pigs and a Gerbil. We asked the man where they came from and he said they were surrendered from this lady that couldn’t care for them. So he left and I looked at one of the furry guinea pigs and though he was SO cute. But my mom said “NO!” and well thats it. Also since I usually volunteer there I was petting this kitten and this lady and 2 men came up to me and said we’ll take him so, I helped a kitten (like 4 months) get adopted by just petting her.
Amber
On January 24, 2010 at 9:41 pm
I mean’t him on the last word
Irelynn
On January 29, 2010 at 10:28 pm
To
nomi
On December 29, 2009 at 12:04 am
Yeah right I’ve tried getting a sugar glider for 2 years and nothing worked. You just got one of those parents who are nice and got u a sweet puppy
NO. Just, NO. My parents are very strict, I worked HARD. You obviously arn’t trying hard enough. Sugar Gliders are exotic and expensive pets. And the “Sweet puppy” thing. Puppies are not sweet. They have to be trained, fed, walked. They bite, cry and so much more. My puppy does not do that anymore, but we’ve had her for a while now.
Joe
On January 30, 2010 at 12:08 am
OMG! i will try really hard on your advice! I have tried pets A to Z the main prob. waz that it smells or we already have a pet. Also Winslow (my dog) wont like it ! Ahhhhh i have always just wanted a pet I think I might try bribing them with sayin ” I will keep my room clean for 2 to 3 months (by the way that iz really big for me!) and if I do that you should at least give it a 50% chance I mean come on!” But now I will not beg a lot because that is what probably got me in this problem in the first place! Thanx for the advice!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
hestia
On January 30, 2010 at 1:55 pm
im thirteen and have wanted a pet since i was about five…to be honest all i really want is a smallish rodent or a cat. but a cat is out of the question because of the garden and curtains, etc.
and i wanted a rat or mice for aaaagggees, but i think that mice smell (the pet would be in my room) and wouldnt be much fun. and i dont have 2 hours a night free so that would be hard. so now i want a gerbil, ive been researching, playing with some gerbils and even looking after some with the rspca, but my parents still wont budge! Help! I even did a really long project. so now im gently working on mes parents, hoping…
hestia
On January 30, 2010 at 1:56 pm
btw, good website so thanks
Em
On January 30, 2010 at 9:58 pm
Hestia, I presuaded my parents to get me rats. They are great and friendly and barely smell! I wrote a couple of pages about them and the pros and cons of having them around, saying you will clean out there cage at least once a week and pay for it yourself. Mine are doing great. They are both females and adore playing and hanging out in there home made hammocks
Amber
On January 31, 2010 at 11:49 am
Hestia, I agree with Em. My best friend has a rat named Cherry, she was sweet, never stunk, and even learned a few tricks. They are a little easier than mice,and gerbils. They also are very smart and can learn to come when called. There are also difficulties too. Like if you go on vacation you might not be able to bring the rat, so you’ll have to find someone to care for it. One more thing you also have to know what to expect, so do your research and also you have to clean their cage out at least once or twice a week.
P.S. Make sure that if your parents say yes than make sure they know as much as you do about the rat/rats.
P.S.S. Its best if you get to so they can keep each other company!
hestia
On January 31, 2010 at 2:00 pm
Thanks Em and Amber
My neighbour has some rats so i took my parents to see them today. They really loved them but told me they werent sure if we had space…so when i got home i cleared out a big place where we could put the cage.
We’re going equipment hunting next weekend!
Thanks again
anabelle
On February 1, 2010 at 9:12 pm
how can i get my dad to get me a chinchilla
Kayla, Christi, and Amber
On February 1, 2010 at 11:03 pm
Hestia, Congrats I hope you have a great experience with the rats.
Alice
On February 2, 2010 at 2:46 pm
How much room to rats need? And do they need lots of toys? My parents say that I can’t have them but I have been doing research. Do they smell and make a lot of noise?
Thanks
Sad Ash
On February 2, 2010 at 3:51 pm
im trying to convince my mom to let me get a chicken. I know you think im crazy but, they make good pets. I’ve researched them and asked my science teach. who owns one. She even offered to give me a free egg! I tried convincing her nicely. I really really want this pet! What can i do to make her say yes?
Joe
On February 2, 2010 at 10:47 pm
Wish I could help you, but chickens are illegal where I live. They\’re considered \”livestock\” or \”poultry\”, it doesn\’t matter, they\’re illegal.
When I was 8 years old, my parents got me a dog for Christmas. Bad idea. I have three younger siblings, and my youngest sister is OBSESSED with dogs and cats. Really, somebody could kidnap her by offering to let her pet their dog; she followed one person 3 blocks petting their dog! It\’s embarrassing! Not only that, now I\’m 14, and my parents will only let me have fish! Since the dog, I\’ve had one stray cat I rescued from a golf course – sometimes they get run over by golf carts, it happened to a litter of kittens sleeping under a golf cart at the same course! I do love my fish. I\’m a little obsessed over them. But I would rather have a dog. And my parents always shrug it off if I ask to get one. Pets are great!
Amber
On February 5, 2010 at 8:21 am
Alice, rats require alot of work. How much room to rats need? They need a big cage, water food toys, a hammock and accessories…etc. And do they need lots of toys? Enough to keep them busy if your not home in the day.Do they smell and make a lot of noise? They have a slight odor but they will start to stink if you don’t clean the cage out every couple times a week. And yes they do make some noise but I wouldn’t call it racket or anything.
Kris
On February 5, 2010 at 8:27 pm
Hi, I’m trying to get my parents to allow me to get a pet chinchilla. I have done my research and I believe it would be a great pet for me. I currently have 1 dog, 1 rabbit, and 1 fish. I had 2 rats along with that but about 2 weeks ago they had to be put down. They got cancer and there really wasn’t much the dr could do so he told me to keep them till I noticed they were un-comfy, so that’s what I did. I got the rats in 2007 and I had a fish, dog, and rabbit then also… and my parents were fine with letting me have the 2 ratties… Well now that they are gone… I want a new pet and it isn’t like I want 2 I just want one…but the second I mention the word pet my parents scream and yell at me… Also they wouldn’t be paying for it ever… I have a job I pay for everything for my pets and I will be buying it my self… Heck I’m the one paying all their bills ….What can I do?
P.S. I take very good care of all my animals and I do everything I have to for them my parents don’t even care about them except for the dog…
B Nelson
On February 6, 2010 at 11:58 am
not much you can do until you move out.
Why are you paying your parents bills? You need to save your money for your future so you can move out and find a place that allows pets.
Honestly dont push your parents. it will just anger them
Cinbadrio
On February 6, 2010 at 6:05 pm
Hi i REALLY want a cat/kitten and I have a big german shepherd already and i was like “Why can’t we just separate them for a while till they get used to each other?” and he said “You already have 2 DOGS!!!” but my other dog is getting old AND blind AND has diabetes. He’s a executive producer on movies and he isn’t working right now so i just don’t think he likes the cost. PLEASE HELP ME!!!!
Kris
On February 6, 2010 at 6:42 pm
well first off, I’m not a child B Nelson… I am 21 years of age… and If I didn’t pay their bills they would be on the street they are elderly… and my brothers won’t see about them leaving only me.. What is really bothering me though.. is the fact they were okay with me getting 2 rats while I had a dog rabbit and fish… but now gripe and complain and refuse to allow me to bring 1 pet not 2 just one…they tell me to go live in a barn… And actually this is my house… they just live here with me because they can afford a place of their own right now.
B Nelson
On February 6, 2010 at 9:57 pm
to Kris
If you are 21 years of age and it is YOUR house, you DO NOT need your parents permission. If they don’t like it, they shouldnt be living in your house. It is the home owner who establishes the rules.
Chinchillas are great pets, good luck.
http://www.helium.com/items/1429677-chinchillas-as-pets-chinchillas
Amber
On February 9, 2010 at 6:05 pm
Kris, even though I’m only 11 I totally agree with B Nelson, plus you have the right to have a chinchilla in your home because its YOUR house so therefore they are YOUR rules. (I know all this because my mom is a lawyers best friend.)
Amber
On February 9, 2010 at 6:56 pm
To: B Nelson
Ok, So I haven’t been successful in the sugar glider area, and I’m a starter on small animals (besides my other hamsters Rosie and Carter and my mouse Pirate. Rosie died of a heart attack, Carter died of old age,and Pirate died of cancer). So I decided what if I get a sugar glider and it doesn’t go well. So I want to see if I can handle something easier, a guinea pig. Everyone in my family loves guinea pigs and my whole family has had experience with them, my friend since Kindergarten has a tri-colored one named patches she is so cute…. I do know alot about guinea pigs and in 2nd grade Puffy a albino one was our class pet. Wish me luck and gve me any needed advice on guinea pigs.
P.S. I read the page on here about guinea pigs so… Ya…
P.S.S I already know pretty much everything you can know about them so…
Amber
On February 9, 2010 at 9:20 pm
Still to: B Nelson
^^Continued^^
A guinea pig Adopt-A-Thon is in my area on February 28th so maybe I’ll get one then. I’m thinking of a younger American, Teddy,Teddy Satin, Abyssinian, or the Dutch. I mostly want a girl but either one doesn’t matter.
I have a couple names so tell be which ones you like (I put a * next to my favorites)
Girls:
Sophie
Daisy*
Destiny
Serena*
Tara*
Summer
Aderi*
Jaylee*
Boys:
Whiskers*
Riley
Boomer*
Nibbles
Mango*
Ritti*
B Nelson
On February 11, 2010 at 12:55 am
Good luck with a Guinea Pig, a much better choice than a Sugar Glider I think too!
I like Daisy for a girl name. Or what about Tango? or Ritzy for a boy.
I had Guinea Pigs when I was young, their names were Sunflower and Peanut.
Amber
On February 11, 2010 at 8:22 am
http://photocache.petfinder.com/fotos/FL710/FL710.15646763-3-pn.jpg
Thats a picture of one of the guinea pigs I want, her name is Cinnamon. I like Tango but my cousins dog’s name was Tango and she died of Arthritis and Cancer and I don’t like being reminded of her
But I like the name Ritzy alot! Thanks so much.
Amber
Amber
On February 11, 2010 at 8:25 am
Here another one I like her name is Trixie
http://photocache.petfinder.com/fotos/FL710/FL710.15253314-3-pn.jpg
Lisa
On February 17, 2010 at 8:41 pm
I am a child under and have benn convincing my parents to buy me a guinea pig. I\’m so in love with them I know everything there is to know about them and i\’ve benn wanting it for about 2 years. I tried emailing my parents that im responsible enough and they have agreed to the conditions. when i read some of these i cut off on the begging. i have more than 200 dollars in my bank account, 82 bucks in my piggy bank and about $20 of loose change. I have all the requirements but i still dont know why they wont get me one. The only other pet we have is a Greater Swiss Mountain dog who will probably die in the next year. We have plenty of room and stuff and everybody but my parents want a pet. That\’s probably the reason but the thing is: THEY SAID, AS LONG AS I CAN CARE FOR IT I CAN HAVE IT. i dont really care what they said as long as i get a guinea pig. I even have to pay for all of it and i think i can really do it. Ive even been to the petstore\’s site and picked out the cage, anHope i get one
Lisa
On February 20, 2010 at 3:54 pm
(Lisa’s right one) I am i child one year under 10 (All the stuff that is after this above)
LaUReN
On February 21, 2010 at 1:32 pm
I am completely obsessed with animals. My dog ran away a few months ago, and she usually stayed with my gma, but she stayed with my dad and I everymonth or so, and was a perfect dog. My dad didn’t complain, but he didn’t hate her. Now i REALLy wanna adopt a dog in the shelter, but everytime I ask my dad, he gets this stresed out voice and says. “God, i don’t wanna talk about this and get all stressed out right now.” No matter what he’s doing. How would I convince him I can take care of a dog???
Amber
On February 21, 2010 at 5:19 pm
He is probably still a little upset that your last dog ran away, talk to him when he’s in a good mood or at dinner or something. Its kind of soon to start looking for a new dog (I waited 6 years before I could get the dogs I have now). But if you must find a shelter in your area and ask your dad if you could go and look at some of the dogs. What kind of dog are you looking for? What kind of dog was the one that ran away? I actually visited a shelter today to look at any guinea pigs they have, they had 3 Fred, Peanut, and I think the other one was Prince!
Good Luck, Amber
hestia
On February 21, 2010 at 6:47 pm
ive had my two gorgeous little rats (rum and whisky – says a lot about me, huh
) for a couple of weeks now. And even though my parents really didnt want them, my mum and my dad love them a lot! They say that they cant imagine the house without them.
But before they got me the rats, they made me write out everything i wanted for them and the costs, and a schedule of when i would look after them. i think if I had done that first then i’d have had a much bigger chance, so theres an idea.
Thanks Em, Amber, B Nelson and Kayla, Christi and Amber
Amber
On February 21, 2010 at 8:34 pm
Your welcome Hestia, good luck with those cute little fuzzies!!
Lisa
On February 22, 2010 at 6:10 pm
My parents take a REAL LONG TIME to decied if they want to get me a pet or not. So far it’s taken 2 years! My dad’s traviling right now though, so im not very hopes high. I’ve been waiting a long time.
Amber
On February 22, 2010 at 9:39 pm
Yeah, I know how bad it feels I’ve been wanting them for a long time too and sometimes all you can do is wait. But in that time, help around the house and do chores and try to take extra care of any pets you already have (yes I’m talking about your dog). One more thing is I waited a long time and I’m going to a festival for guinea pigs on the 27th I’m meeting two very beautiful ones! Oh, and another things don’t get ANY guinea pig from a pet store, they might have NO human contact and will be scared and frightened of you their whole life. Its ok if you get the cage there though. If I get the 2 I want, they are coming from a shelter and are a bonded pair. Just don’t get any from pet stores. Responsible breeders are fine too just make sure ALL their guinea pigs are healthy and seem to be active and alert.
Christi
On February 23, 2010 at 4:24 pm
Your welcome Hestia : )
Jonnie
On February 23, 2010 at 4:37 pm
To: Lisa
Hi! I really do think that guinea pigs are a great pet! I’ve wanted one for awhile and my parents say no too. But, first I asked them if I could have a different pet with alot less work involved but still a considerable ammount. They agreed and now a have a beautiful fish tank! I have glowfish and fancy tail guppies. Believe it or not fish tanks do have alot of work, keeping up with amonia levels, ph levels, algae, filters, feeding, and changing water once a week. Defilently a good choice for me. I think for you maybe you should try to get a different pet for awhile and show your parents you care. But, also taking care of your dog would help too. Parents just want to make sure you’ll take care of it and won’t leave it to them when they get older. And I know (since i’m pretty young. say 10-15 somewhere in there) that when you say “I just want a pet for me!” The reason you have the others pets is probably because you asked for it. Try to make a compromise. Compromises can work, like trying a different pet like a rat or hamster. They are pretty close realitives, really. Make sure you can afford everything. I know that you probably can. But, try to find the lowest price! Like try Walmart, they’re prices are pretty low. And try to tell your parents when BIG sales are coming up. Lastly, try and make a brochure, powerpoint, or session to tell all about them. Search what kind of dieases are common at certain ages through their life and how much (approximently) it will cost to make them better. Like I have a friend who has a guinea pig and he needs pills to keep him alive b/c he has a defective heart. : (
If you need anymore advice, I’m here for anyone!!!
Amber
On February 23, 2010 at 6:08 pm
TO: Jonnie
You know how you mentioned “go for the cheapest” well you shouldn’t always do that because even though they look ok and are cheap doesn’t mean they work good, when It comes to something as important as a pet, cheapest is not always the best. This is NOT always the case though! =)
B Nelson
On February 23, 2010 at 11:42 pm
to Lisa and Jonnie
Buying the cheapest pet often supports cruelty if you are buying from a store. If the pet is cheap it is because very little money went into the care and breeding of the pet, so not only might you get a sickly pet with poor genetics but very likely you support a cruel industry of breeding pets cheap for profit.
The BEST places to get a pet is your local Animal Shelter or SPCA, some adoptables even come with free cages and supplies, plus you are saving a life!
Amber is right.
Amber
On February 24, 2010 at 5:27 pm
Thank you B Nelson for supporting my statement, and I completely agree with you
Jonnie
On February 24, 2010 at 8:18 pm
To:Amber
Yes, i understand getting the cheapest isn’t the best. But, I mean for supplies.
Jonnie
On February 24, 2010 at 8:20 pm
To:B Nelson
Ok, so like I said to amber, i meant supplies, like bedding. I defilently support Amber and B Nelson in saying buying the cheapest pet isnt thebest way to go. But, things like water bottles are held to a certain standard!
Amber
On February 24, 2010 at 9:47 pm
To: Jonnie
Oh, I know I was talking about both the pet and the supplies.
For Example: Cheap water bottles can rust and be worn down by a rodent or a rabbit/guinea pig/ferrets teeth. But thats not always the case just saying!
Ali
On February 26, 2010 at 1:12 pm
Hi
Im turning thirteen next month and i have been asking for a pet rabbit. I have done loads of research and i wrote a persuasive letter to convince my parents i can look after a rabbit. I also made a timetable to show i have enough time to care for a rabbit however my parents still wont let me have one.
I used to have a mouse when i was younger but she passed away. I would much rather have a rabbit because they are more playful.
Any ideas on how i could get my parents to get me a rabbit?
Thanks
Amber
On February 27, 2010 at 11:28 am
To: Ali
Help around he house a little more than usual, when your parents are in a good mood just simply ask why they won’t get you a rabbit, is it because of money, time, or since rabbits do live long you might not be able to care for it when you go to collage or just leave your parents? Then bring up some good and bad facts about them! Trust me, its takes a long time to get your parents to say yes to a pet, it took 4 years for my fish and I wanted a guinea pig for 6 years and I still don’t have it, so don’t be disappointed.
Good luck, Amber!
Sammy
On February 27, 2010 at 3:19 pm
hi, well I’m 12, and incredibly mature and responcible for my age, according to teachers and adults… I want a guinea pig, alot. I had one from 2nd – 3rd grade, and my little sister got one a few months before mine died. He was old when we got him ^.^. i had trouble cleaning the cage by myself and my brother helped alot, but I fed them and stuff. I took over my brother’s role with my little sister. After hers died, my mom became conviced that we ‘abused’ it. My dad is all for getting a guinea pig, but apparently my mom’s desicion is the only one that counts. I’ve read numerous books on guinea pigs, so how the heck do I make them let me get one?
Ali
On February 27, 2010 at 5:14 pm
Thanks Amber your advice is much appreciated
Amber
On February 27, 2010 at 7:27 pm
To: Sammy
I don’t have much advice for you but you could try and ask your dad to convince your mom, but that could agrivate her more.
B Nelson
On February 27, 2010 at 10:13 pm
To Sammy.
First try to think, did you ever forget to water the GP that died, or did it get dropped by accident? These things do happen and are not the same as being intentionally cruel.
All pets should be family pets, mom and dad should be willing to help and should be willing to remind you to care for the pet. My daughter is 15 and I still remind her to care for and check her pets…
I would say to leave it alone for a while, then ask them to take you to VISIT the pets and your local Shelter, after a week or so.. try asking again, good luck.
Alice
On February 28, 2010 at 4:44 pm
I really want rats. I look after my sister’s guinea pigs (she got bored of them after half a year) and have been doing so for two years. But the G.P.s still prefer her, and it would be nice to have a pet of my own. But my sister says that they’ll upset the G.P.s (how? They’re outside!!) and my parents listen to her, because she’s older. They KNOW that I wouldn’t stop taking care of the guinea pigs, and I love them and wouldn’t ever take rats outside either, but my sister has somehow convinced them that I’m horrible!!!
Selena
On February 28, 2010 at 8:39 pm
To:Alice
Maybe you could try to ask your sis to get the rats and give them to you as a present for something (birthdaies, christmas) that kinda thing. : ) Hope I can help!!!
Analise
On March 6, 2010 at 11:46 pm
To: Anyone that can help.
Hi, my name is Analise and i’m 13 years old I love animals more than my family (maybe 2% more thats all), even though my family are really close. I live on a half farm we just grow tomatoes and green peppers. and the pets I have now are: 3 dogs (all border collies, named Storm, Cassie, and Eli), 1 cat (Stripe, a domestic shot-hair), and my 4 rabbits (all Rex, Jess, Cali, Tina, and Jo.) I am the only child and my problem is I want a horse, and not just any horse, I want a stallion!
B Nelson
On March 7, 2010 at 1:19 am
Analise you DO NOT want a Stallion!
They are powerful and can be agressive and dangerous. They BITE. I know I have been around a few of them. You have to use special equipment and have special fences.
lots of stories make stallions sound great, but did you ever watch the TRUE movie of the wild horse Cloud? There was a scene of a stallion killing a foal.
Not all stallions are mean, but most can be especially when not handled by a REALLY experienced person (I went to horse college for 2 years)
here is a link for you
http://factoidz.com/how-to-convince-your-parents-to-get-you-a-horse/
Analise
On March 7, 2010 at 9:39 am
To: B Nelson
I know everything you just told me, the only thing i forgot to mention is we already have a stallion but my dad wants to give it to this sweet girl that goes to my dads riding classes. Her name is Sweetie and she is one of the best horses. If i get a stallion she/he will be handled by my dad (he is really experienced he went to collage on horses for i think 7 or 8 years). But if I cannot have another stallion i’m leaning toward a Appaloosa (I ride one at my riding class) or a Clydesdale. But if my parents are against those the last horse i want would be a Lusitano. I only want one but I can’t narrow it down maybe you can help?
Amber
On March 7, 2010 at 10:09 am
To: Analise
Hi, Analise, I agree with both you and B Nelson because Stallions are very powerful and dangerous, but since you and you dad are experienced then i agree you might have a shot at a stallion, but I also think that an Appaloosa is a better choice. I love horses alot, because I go to riding camp and my grandma has 3 horses. But have you ever heard of the breed Paso Fino they are my favorite breed and are very friendly, I’ve known a Paso Fino all my life and he actually saved mine! The Paso Fino’s name was Jolt, and I was falling of a ladder (don’t ask) and Jolt caught me, I thought it was unbelievable but its true!
B Nelson
On March 7, 2010 at 11:28 am
What do you want the horse for? Pleasure riding? Showing? Jumping? Rodeo? you need to get more experience and find out what you want. then find a breed that fits. A Clydesdale is a draft horse, not often used for riding. An Appy is a western style horse… a QH would be good too if you are doing western stuff. Get a gelding, not a stallion. Most shows DO NOT allow people under 18 to show stallions anyhow.
sophie
On March 7, 2010 at 11:50 am
hi i\’m 11 this year and i\’m desperate 4 either a rabbit or 2 chinchilas. i\’ve researched bout both of them but my parents still say no still say no. i\’ve had nothin bigger than a hamster and we\’ve had 4 pets. can any1 help me with this?
Analise
On March 7, 2010 at 9:33 pm
To: B Nelson
Yeah, I do know that too. I really want a horse for riding, drafting, showing, or jumping, any of them work for me a Clydesdale would be my last choice anyway. I asked my parents what they think a good horse for me is and my mom hates the stallion idea and like Amber likes the Paso Fino, they are great horses but my dad likes the Appy but hates the QH, they can’t seem to agree on which one which leads me to another problem. But they kind of agree on the Appy. So i guess the Appaloosa works best for me but another problem is the color (my dad like specific colors, and I personally don’t care much about the color just the personality) the color pattern my dad prefers is blanket but i like the leopard pattern, anyway the color doesn’t matter like I said.
B Nelson
On March 8, 2010 at 11:37 am
Analise.
You need to just go looking with your parents and horses for sale.. you will know when the right one comes along.
For jumping – perhaps a Clyde x TB, or warmblood.
find out what is available in your area.
http://therealowner.com/exotic-unusual/tips-on-buying-a-horse-or-pony/
for sure color shouldnt be important.. thats good of you to know.
good luck.
B Nelson
On March 8, 2010 at 12:08 pm
to Sophie
Chinchillas are cute but are harder work than rabbits. I like rabbits as pets more than hamsters myself.. Ask your parents if they will take you to an animal shelter to LOOK ONLY at the pets (do not pressure them to adopt one for you) but let them watch you play with it and hold it.. talk to the staff about their care and so forth.. this lets your parents understand about rabbits. The more they learn (NO PRESSURE) the more likely they are to consider it in the future.. plus some shelter pets come with cages free so ask once a month to go back to visit them pets.. again with no pressure
maybe one day they will let you have one. but make it seem like it was their idea.
Amber
On March 8, 2010 at 7:18 pm
I agree with B Nelson
Xlenn
On March 14, 2010 at 9:42 pm
Hi. I am 13 and I already have one dog. He is really sweet, a little too smart, fun, and the cutest thing you’d ever saw. And as great as Russel has been, I think it would be great to get a second dog. And I can tell sometimes Russel wants to be with other k-9s. He LOVES my cousins dogs. Also, next fall, I will probably be going to virtual school so, I won’t see many kids often (I’m an only child) and I would get lonely at times. So, a second best friend that I live with would be awsome. It’s not that Russel ain’t good enough, like my dad seems to think. How do I convince my dad to get a second dog? Also, the adults that think kids are too irresponsible or dumb to have a pet, you are so wrong!!! As a matter a fact, there are some adults who are so much more irresponsible than kids. Examples: Criminals, Communists
B Nelson
On March 14, 2010 at 11:37 pm
to Xlenn
kids are not always too irresponsible, but they cannot pay the bills or provide a life time commitment to a pet. You will be old enough to move out in 5 years and it is very hard to find a place that allows pets. So your dad is really the owner and the one making the commitment and paying the bills.
While it might be true that Russel would love a pal, a second dog is a lot of work and more expense. Its really up to your dad to make that decision.
By the way communists are not all bad, they just think everyone should be equal. In otherwords they feel that there should be no rich people, and no poor ones. That is a part of communism, Nazis are a different thing.
Xlenn
On March 15, 2010 at 1:00 am
To B Nelson:
What you said is all true, but that is not my dad’s reason. He believes that more than one dog is gross. I don’t see why if you train it right away, which I promised to do. We have a good sized home so, two small dogs wouldn’t be cramped.
Amber
On March 15, 2010 at 7:28 am
I agree with B nelson and Xlenn, I have 2 dogs but it took like 3 years of convincing to get my 2nd dog Sparky. Also, do you know what breed you want (even a mutt), tell your parents the goods and the BADS of the breed and let them understand the breed. You can also ask to go to a local shelter and LOOK at some of the dogs there. DO NOT pressure your parents though…
Xlenn
On March 15, 2010 at 11:53 pm
To Amber:
Yes. I have been thinking about a Jack-a-Bee, which is a JRT x Beagle (My dog, Russel, is 1/2 JRT and I love the breed) but my dad likes to gets nice and willing to learn mutts. **Smiley**
Amber
On March 16, 2010 at 7:16 am
To:Xlenn
Well, technically a Jack-a-Bee is a mutt because it is a mix of two breeds so thats a +!
?
On March 16, 2010 at 3:52 pm
I really want a hamster. I asked my mum about 2 years ago and she said no because of the cats eating the hamster.
Because it was such a long time ago i was hopeing she might think im more responsable. But i don\\\’t know how to ask her for one because im scared she might say no! :S
Please help
Xlenn
On March 16, 2010 at 5:19 pm
To Amber:
true. Do you have any tips on convinsing a parent to get a second dog?
B Nelson
On March 17, 2010 at 12:17 am
to ?
Cats usually dont eat hamsters if they are kept in good cages and you keep the door shut. I grew up with a cat and we had hamsters.. the cat never ate them but we did have to supervise. still its your moms rules, perhaps suggest a rabbit, cats usually get along with rabbits well
to Xlenn
If you push your dad will resist. You have to put in an effort to help around the house, gently ask your dad why he isnt wanting a second and what could you do to help. if you over do it all that will happen is it makes your dad frustrated. If his reason is money, or another practical reason, then it is unfair to push.
Xlenn
On March 18, 2010 at 12:25 am
To B Nelson:
I suppose you’re right. I did ask my dad and he believes two dogs in a house is gross and creepy. I don’t see why becuase we have a good sized home and two small dogs wouldn’t be any throuble. Also, I promised I would start training right away. Do know why he might think that?
Emma
On March 19, 2010 at 5:43 am
Okay,
I have 2 dogs in my house, and i think this is a reason why my dad will NOT let me have a kitten.
Another reason might be that my younger brother basically forced me to get a rabbit- didn’t end well, my brother never looked after them and they eventually ran away.
Now, my dad thinks I am irresponsible to look after a pet. Am I, because I didn’t really want a rabbit after all so how could I care for it?
How, will I get my dad to think i am responsible????????????
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