Convincing mom and dad to let me buy a pet?? :S?

Question

after having ALOT of pets they've had enough, but i can't live without 'em!! i try every quiz on "the best pet for you" and those pets always had the same problem!! my mom is allergic to fur and dander :( i need a safe, small, super-friendly pet!......and please don't say fish :P

Answer 1

Well for starters, how about trying the following:

#1 Cleaning your room and making sure that it STAYS clean and tidy.

#2 Making sure that your homework is done and handed in on time.

#3 Sweep the floors in the living room and kitchen without your parents asking you to.

#4 Wash and/or dry the dishes.

#5 Do not fight and argue with your sisters & brothers.

#6 Eat what you are given and don't whine or make "yuck" faces when given it.

#7 Don't talk rudly to adults

#8  Always share with other kids.

#9 Go to bed when you are told to.

#10 Research the pet and breed you want to be 100% certain that it is the right one for you.

# 11 Ask them about getting this new pet in a nice way and don't beg and whine about it.

I’m 100% sure that if you give those a try, they will see that you are serious about wanting to add a this pet to your life and family. :)

Answer 2

Regarding Jasmine J's answer of guinea pigs.

They get sick very easily if not properly taken care of, and leaving them OUTSIDE is horrible!  They need properly regulated temperatures between 65-75, a full cup of fresh veggies daily in addition to plain hay-based pellets and unlimited hay.  

The hay makes my allergies go nuts, but I love my piggies and I just deal with it.  I'm finding I have a better time dealing with bluegrass or orchard grass hay instead of timothy, so that'll be my next bale.  They also need a lot of care and should be kept in same-s*x pairs or trios in large cages (7.5-10.5 square feet or greater for a pair).

They are very cuddly and I LOVE them.

If you ARE interested in guinea pigs, visit http://www.guineapigcages.com for tons of useful info.

Rats (I know, I know, ew, right?  BUT) are very easy to take care of, super friendly and sociable!  And they're actually pretty gosh darn cute.

But please, whatever you decide check with a local shelter or rescue and ADOPT rather than buy!  Please!  There are so many cute, loving, friendly animals out there that need good homes!!!

Answer 3

What about a hamster. It's small easy to train and can be confined to your room in order to keep your mom away from it. I have five hamsters and they make good pets. Hope you find a nice pet.

Answer 4

While a fish sounds like a great option for you, I think there is a furrier companion out there that could work with your mother's allergies.  =)

The poodle is known for being hypoallergenic.  A friendly little toy poodle could be the right pet for you!  

Make sure you do your research before you bring a dog home, if you decide that is indeed what you want to do.  

TOY POODLE - - http://www.chicagoclout.com/weblog/archi...

Answer 5

well i would say fish but they are a bit boring maybe a lizard or a frog or a african land snail or a stick insect or a hermit crab or a snake. hope this helped.

Answer 6

Get a hairless fancy pet rat. They're really cute and have the same loving affection as normal rats. Trust me they're really nice and sweet pets.

Here's a pic

http://www.petco.com/caresheets/small%20...

Answer 7

Ah, I know a friend who is allergic to fur and dander as well.  She got a french dog, I don't know how to spell it though.  They look like poodles, basically.

Hamsters may not be the best idea.  My friend was allergic to her hamsters, so that might conclude to the fact that they are furry, not hairy.

However, I know a pet that will meet your criteria.  It happens to be my favorite, after all:  A chinchilla.  

>They're hair and suppress a lot of other common things people are allergic to.  Making them practically a hypoallergenic pet.

>They're caged.  No need to really potty train them (though can get a litter box for them that they'll use some times), no need to keep a constant eye on them, and no need to really groom them.  You can't get them wet (so no bathes to worry about other than dust bathes), you can't clip their nails (on the account they don't have any), and brushing them is totally minimal.

>They're cheap.  Sort of.  Okay, at first, it is going to cost  A LOT.  Chinchillas can be found for around $80-$120 each.  If you're lucky, you'll buy them at a pet store that has them neutered and spayed by the breeder so you don't have to do that.  The cage, at least a nice one, will easily cost over a hundred dollars.  I got the model 142 of Ferret Nation, which is like $280, but a nice cage.  Other than the fact the replacement pans are about $50 each..  Other than that though, they don't really cost more than a hamster.  You buy them food, bedding only if you have a litter box or chose to (I just take the pans out of the cage and clean them with water, cheaper and easier!!), hay, dust bath, and something to chew on.  They don't really need treats.  You can get them raisins, which are their favorite, but I've found mine to be rather picky.

>No vet bills!!  Hooray!  Well, kind of.  Ferrets also have hair, I believe (maybe not..you better look it up), but like cats and dogs, require shots and routine vet visits.  While chinchillas do not!  If your chinchilla is sick, by all means, take it to the vet, but I've found them to be very healthy as long as you take good care of them.  Beware, vet bills are evil..they cost a lot.

>They are social!!  I only have one, but after a little more than a year, I've realized my error.  They really are best kept in pairs.  Now, my mistake is correctable.  You can introduce them, but that may take a little bit of time and money..  It might be best to buy them together from the same litter (just make sure they are neutered and//or spayed or else they'll fight when they get older or mate).

Other than social with each other, they are social with you!  Many websites will tell you that they are not social, do not like being held, and prefer to keep to themselves.  Well, it all depends on how you raise them.  You raise them with love and affection like I did, and your chinchilla will greet you no matter the time of day and will always hop onto your shoulder.  They love playing around!  Especially in a chin-proof bathroom or hallway.  They'll jump off walls, hop in your lap, and make silly faces.  But beware, they chew on everything and anything..

>They live quite awhile.  Rest assured your big bucks will not go to waste.  These critters, when taken care of, will outlast a dog!!  Dogs can be fairly expensive, costing between $100-$500 and then a hefty sum for the food and toys.  Chinchillas are almost like a one time only deal.  You pay that much, and then they're cheaper and live longer!  They can live up to 20 years while the average dog may make it to 15.

>They're rodents.  Rodents are fairly limited animals, thus they don't require a lot of work.  While chinchillas are rodents, they do require a little more work.  You need to at least pet and talk to them every day for a little while (I do that before bed) and play with them outside of their cage once or twice a week at least.  

They WILL get depressed if you neglect them.  Or they will get sour.  In either case, they could start hurting themselves and causing you a trip to the vet.

>They're protective and jealous.  If you have other pets, don't let them in the room.  Chinchillas tend to think of your room as their room and anything that comes into your room falls under their rules.  They'll bark at any dog that comes in (mine even attacked a dog from inside his cage o.0 *talent*).  While it's called a bark, it isn't much like a dog's bark.  Look it up on youtube and you'll see a lot of cute chinchilla actions and noises.

They require some attention.  Getting one, or two, requires a commitment.  I wouldn't recommend getting another pet if you chose to go with chinchillas since they don't like to share their owner.  This could be used to your advantage though--  

"Mom, Dad:  I want a chinchilla.  They live a long life and don't cost too much after you buy all their stuff.  I promise if I get one (or two) that they'll be the only pet for me until they pass."  They might like the idea of only one or two pets secluded to your room a good thing.

If you're not into rodents, try reptiles.  Okay, might not be the easiest thing to go for.  Avoid snakes, especially ones with teeth..  Go for a gecko..  They're definitely safe, small, and friendly, but they don't really do much.  

If all else fails, you could get a bird.  Love birds are fairly mean, but nice after you tame them.  Plus they're really smart.  My friend has one that she's taught to do all sorts of neat tricks.  It's pretty fun to watch, but every time I smile, it goes after me.  Birds like shiny things.  I have braces = shiny.

I wish you the best of luck!!  Pets certainly do make the world seem a lot better and they certainly do improve the quality of one's life.

If you chose to pursue a chinchilla or just want more information, PLEASE email me!  I would LOVE to chat it up with you, teach you, give you advice, etc.   I'll even let you email me so you don't waste your daily number of emails or whatever.  Just click my profile page and send me an email, mention chinchillas, and I'm all over it.  ^^  Or even send me your email address and I'll help you with everything.

Answer 8

u could try guinea pigs cause they are small very friendly and they rarely ever get sick.  u could have it live outside and then your mom wouldn't wouldn't have to get sick

Answer 9

how about a virtual pet?

http://www.adoptme.com/