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and i have an Australian Shepherd too!
◄his name is Hiro
Say to them you will take care of the dog and you will love it very much.
Tips to make them let you have a dog:
•Walk the dog everyday before you start school (If you have school)
•Don't forget to feed your dog!
•Be sure it has lots of attention. You might want to start with a puppy first because it sleeps when you're in school.
•Teach your dog tricks. Its a best way to have a really playful dog.
Okay so I hope you will get a dog. Here are some websites:
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http://ezinearticles.com/?Take-Care-of-Y…
Names for dogs:
http://www.dog-names.us/
http://petrix.com/dognames/I ♥ dogs very much!
And I agree with ApricotLover. Work at the shelter and visit the dog you want. You can just play with it and spend time together. Or if you can't work there, visit the dog everyday!
Dog Training Basics: 3 Golden Rules
- If mom's trying to sell the home, a new dog will not help. Potty training and typical new dog things like chewing will make it much harder. You're also moving, and that can put stress on a new dog - you'd be going from a kennel, to one home where it gets yelled at while mom tries to keep the place clean, then to another new place where the same happens.
You're better off waiting until you're in your new home and settled. - My advice is to accept the word no. That's the adult thing to do here. You'll be moving off to college and they'll be stuck with a dog they don't want.
Volunteer at a shelter. They can use people like you that love dogs to help. - Did the dog you wanted resemble your avatar? ...lol
It sounds to me like you've really done your homework. I can't tell you any more than you've done, but i wish you luck. - This is always a special question in my eyes. Though you have such a good heart and a love for dogs.....I do, however, think it may not be a necessarily good timing for you right now. I say that because if your parents are not in any way supportive of this, and if they are not dog lovers, and if they don't care to assist in the caring for one........... this dog may not get the full love, companionship, and treatment that it deserves. So, unless they are "willing" to allow a dog to come into your family and be a full part of your family....being inside and outside, etc., then I would suggesst waiting a bit till you can do as you desire. I hope you fulfill your hopes and dreams in this area, and kudos to you!!! :oD
- They may be worried about their responsibilities to the dog as well. You are not always home. So they would have to take care of it. Plus vet bills, visits, shots, heartworm medications, etc. All add up. Dogs can get illnesses, or have accidents unexpectedly. They may be worried about the financial side. Not to mention training it-which is a family effort. Our dog is 5 years old. She got Cushing's Disease this past March. Unfortunately, we had some financial problems, as well as gas prices went up. Luckily, my Mom got a credit care card. Mind you I am 40 years old. But the point is: the first vet visit and tests to diagnose it, came to $1500. That added to $100 per month for meds. Plus, having to have tests to monitor her. The vet also admitted to inexperience leaving us to another vet and about $300 more. She hasn't started the meds. yet-the vet opted to start with vitamin therapy first. I would recommend getting VPI pet insurance prior to anything going wrong. Fees depend on the age. You may want to address any concerns with your parents so that you know what the reasons are, and how to fix them.
- a dog is lifetime commitment everyone in the family needs to want the dog,not just you im afraid
THE RESPONSIBILITIES OF DOG OWNERSHIP
However, if you are interested in getting a dog for the RIGHT reasons, please ask yourself the following 10 questions, prior to selecting a breed and breeder or visiting your local shelter or rescue facility:
1) Are you, and all those who live with you, committed to spend 12+ years providing health care, food, grooming, training and attention to a dog? Do the people who live with you also want a dog?
2) Do you have the time and/or resources available . . . To take your dog for walks and to the vet? To bath, brush, clip, and, otherwise, groom your dog as often as necessary? Will you want to play and, perhaps, work on training daily, with your dog? Are you willing to take your dog to puppy socialization, kindergarten, and basic obedience classes?
3) Are there lifestyle-altering events that could occur in your foreseeable future? - A baby, caring for an elderly family member, a divorce, job uncertainty, etc. And, how would you deal with these changes as they impacted your ability to care for a dog?
4) Is your personality conducive to dog ownership? Do you often feel 'stressed out'? Do you like to have total control over your environment or 'space'? Are you a 'neat freak'? Are you flexible? Patient? Answer honesty - nobody but you will know AND, more importantly, nobody but you will have to live with the results of your trying to 'fit' your personality to a dog.
5) Are you physically able to care for a dog? Are you economically able to provide care for a dog?
6) Is your environment prepared for a dog and/or are you willing to make the investment of time and money necessary to insure that it does? Is there a yard or park-like area for your dog to walk and relieve him- or her- self? Is your yard, or a portion of it, fenced? If your dog will be outside for any period of time, will you provide a secure and comfortable shelter for your dog? Although you may have a secure and comfortable location for your dog while it is outdoors, dog should not be left outdoors, unattended, for extended periods of time. They can be taunted, released, stolen, or worse. Tethering can cause serious physical harm or death in the event of an entanglement or other such accident. Further, prolonged tethering can cause undesirable behavioral and personality traits to surface. Additionally, garages may contain chemicals, tools and other items that can be dangerous and/or harmful to your dog.
7) Will your dog be alone for long periods of time, daily? Can you arrange for the dog to be let out for a romp, given water, medication, and playtime, as necessary, during the day? Or, will you become angered and frustrated by behavioral issues that may arise due to the fact that your dog is alone for long periods of time? (i.e., relieves him or herself indoors; chews up a blanket, your shoes, your favorite chair cushion; barks incessantly, causing your neighbors to become angry or, perhaps, even call animal control on you; etc. Do not plan to leave your dog outdoors or in a garage all day while you are away! If this is in your plans, I suggest you revisit the question "Why do I/We want a dog?"
8) Are you willing to spay/neuter your dog, as soon as possible, to reduce the chance of an accidental breeding?
9) Do you travel frequently? Will it be difficult for you to find quality care for your dog when you are away?
10) Do you really LOVE dogs? If you are truly motivated by your love of dogs, or a particular dog, you most likely don't need this page. You've done your homework and are ready for a lifelong commitment. You will train and play with your dog, provide appropriate veterinary care and nutrition, you will bath and groom him or her, happily, and the occasional behavioral problem won't throw you for a loop. If this is the case, please visit the other related sections of the library for helpful articles on breed or mix selection, puppy or adult?, adoption or breeder, finding a breeder, preparation for your dog, training care, and more.http://www.doginfomat.com/b4ugetadog.htm - Your mom already said why she didn't want another animal. She is trying to sell her home. She is right about people not wanting to see or buy a home with animals living in it due to allergies, fear of animals and or smells. Our home was on the market for over a year before it sold. We had 2 cats and 2 dogs during that year. Even though the house was clean we thought, the smells were still there. Our realtor recommended that we board our animals somewhere and give the house a thorough cleaning from top to bottom, professionally if needed. After we boarded our animals and cleaned the house thoroughly, our home sold within 1 week. Yes, animals do make a difference if your mom is trying to sell her home. In the meantime, volunteer at an animal shelter. Try asking for a dog after the house sells and you are settled in your new home.
- I'm so very sorry your Mom is saying "No" to the dog at the shelter, because it sounds like it has stolen your heart, and from what all you tell me about yourself, it would have had a wonderful owner. However, maybe, as hard as it will be, you can talk someone into adopting the dog and knowing your helped find it a good and loving home will help.
Maybe if you wait until you move you can get one then, since the move seems to be the only reason your mom gives for saying "No" at this time. Try to be patient, and since you are such a responsible young person, I'm sure your Mom appreciates all that you have tried to learn about dogs and also having some money put aside for pet emergencies and being a pet sitter and all. I'm very impressed with you myself, and hope you can be patient and wait until you move and see what happens with the dog situation then.
Meanwhile, I'm praying you will soon be able to get a dog, because I think you certainly deserve one! Good luck, I'll be praying for you.
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