Can I Please Have A Dog?

Question

I have been begging and begging for a dog! i pleaded, bribed everything in the book. But my parents wont budge. Anyone have any ideas on how to change their minds?

Answer 1

Get to know the dog people in your neighborhood and volunteer to water, feed, and walk their dog. If you show your parents that you can handle the responsibility of taking care of a dog, they may be willing to let you have one. You can also volunteer at your local SPCA. This will also prepare you well for when you get your own dog.

Answer 2

You know your parents better than a bunch of strangers on the internet do.  Just be persistant I guess.  If they won't let you get one, just wait until you get out on your own and just buy your own dog then.