Would taking my mom to a pet shelter help convince her more to get a dog?
I think I would take one of my friends too and my little brother of course. I’m thinking if I get a dog it would be a german shepherd or a golden retriever.
I was thinking about taking a friend and my little brother of course, just to play around with the dogs . Money isn’t a problem, we can afford it.
It depends, but i wouldn’t suggest it if the reason for your mom not wanting to get one is fear, or something along those lines.
If she is afraid of dogs and afraid of bringing one in to her home, having a bunch of dogs trying to lunge at her through their cages isn’t going to get rid of her fear. Generally speaking many dogs in shelters are not in a very good state of mind, what with being stuck in cages all day with little to no interaction with people or even each other (most shelters do not allow the dogs to meet and play with each other).
So be careful what you are trying to convince your mom of.
Good choice on the dogs though :]. good luck!
May 22, 2010 | 11 | Pet Shelter
May 23rd, 2010 at 4:44 am
I think it might, i walk through and want to bring most of them home!
Its heart breaking!
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May 23rd, 2010 at 5:04 am
yes, look at the puppy golden retrievers/black labs. It will be hard to say no when you see them.
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May 23rd, 2010 at 5:39 am
Dogs are man’s best friend. Tell your parents that you would really like to have a new dog. Prove to your parents that you are responsible. Give them some reasons why you would like to have a dog. Offer to give up your allowance money to help pay for the dog and its supplies. Use sad eyes and tears if they still tell you no. Read books and do some research on the dog that you would like to get. Borrow a neighbor’s or a friend’s dog for the weekend to show your parents you are ready to take on the responsibility. Remember, a dog is for life.
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May 23rd, 2010 at 6:05 am
well it would help.
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May 23rd, 2010 at 6:42 am
it probably would, how ever rehoming dogs may be a hard choice so it may make her turn against the idea. if the dog had come from a poor background it is more likely to missbehave. they can become more difficult to train up.
Why dont you find some cute pictures or videos on dogs showing how talented and helpful they can be also persaude her that you will do the work looking after him/her
and how your brother would love one aswell, if you have had a dog before or a pet you have looked after well remind her of this
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May 23rd, 2010 at 6:59 am
Is there some reason you can’t respect the fact your mother doesn’t want a dog?
ETA: And looking at your mother’s last question she has made it VERY clear she doesn’t want a dog. Get over yourself and respect the fact that what YOU want doesn’t out rank what your mother has decided. So what if all your friends have dogs? Their parents wanted that responsibility, yours does not.
Get a dog when you move out and get your own place.
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May 23rd, 2010 at 7:22 am
dogs are very expensive to own. food, shots, training, grooming and housing can cost lots of money. are you capable of doing all the work to keep the dog? you should have a fenced yard for the dog to play. when you are at school, who will take care of the dog?
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May 23rd, 2010 at 7:51 am
Are you getting the dog, or do you want her to get a dog? If she doesn’t want one, why would you pressure her? Taking her to a shelter may make her feel sorry for the dogs there, but if she’s against having a dog, making her feel sorry for them wont truly change her mind. You may convince her to get a dog, but her heart wont be in it, and dogs need your heart just as much as your care.
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May 23rd, 2010 at 8:37 am
It depends, but i wouldn’t suggest it if the reason for your mom not wanting to get one is fear, or something along those lines.
If she is afraid of dogs and afraid of bringing one in to her home, having a bunch of dogs trying to lunge at her through their cages isn’t going to get rid of her fear. Generally speaking many dogs in shelters are not in a very good state of mind, what with being stuck in cages all day with little to no interaction with people or even each other (most shelters do not allow the dogs to meet and play with each other).
So be careful what you are trying to convince your mom of.
Good choice on the dogs though :]. good luck!
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May 23rd, 2010 at 9:08 am
Are you going to be paying for the dog? For the food bill (which is big for a german shephard) each week? The vet bill (which can become thousands if an operation is needed)? It’s regular worming, flea treatments?
I know it’s a fantastic idea, i was like that too, but when I left home I realised how much work they really are. I don’t have the time or the money. It’s like having a child. A dog is aa BIG responsibility.
Ultimately it’s your mom’s choice.
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May 23rd, 2010 at 9:15 am
If you are living in your mom’s house then she does have a big say about getting a dog. Is she undecided or totally against it? If she is totally against the idea then the shelter trip will not help.
Who is going to look after the new dog? Guess you know all the work and joy involved in owning a dog. They can live 15 years or more.
A German Shepherd and a Golden Retriever are both as you know big dogs and although a puppy would be cute have you considered if you have room for a big dog. They need a lot of exercise and someone has to walk them every day.
Also it can be really hard to find either of those pedigree breeds in a shelter but there are lots of wonderful dogs waiting for a home.
Another idea is to look for rescue sites on the internet. So you would look for German Shepherd Rescue and they have plenty of dogs waiting in foster homes to be adopted.
I think you have a lot of talking to do with your Mom and yes a trip to the shelter may prove to be the way to find a dog that will be with you for many years IF your Mom wants a dog in her house.
If you end up getting a dog I wish you many happy and fun years together.
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