Ok i really want a gerbil but my dad wont let us so how could i convince him???

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Ok i really want a gerbil but my dad wont let us so how could i convince him???

Answer 1

Try making a PowerPoint presentation on all the information about gerbils you can find.

Use the internet or the phone book to find a small animal vet in the area and call them to see if they would be willing to care for your gerbils in case of emergency.

I know that might sound silly, but it shows your parents that you are willing to be responsible, and makes sure you have read up on the pet before you bring them home.

Gerbils should always be kept in same s*x pairs, though, because without a friend they will be lonely and have a shorter lifespan. Also, they may not look as clean.

Be sure you are willing to do a full cage/tank cleaning at the end of each week to keep them healthy and your room from getting stinky. Gerbils are very clean animals, but like everything else they do need to use the bathroom, and the only room they have is the cage. :]

If he's worried about the mess, tell him a 15 gallon fish tank is less expensive than a wire and plastic cage and it will keep the bedding inside instead of on the floor where they like to kick it.

Hope I helped, feel free to email me if you have any questions.

Answer 2

I agree 100% with what Kasey said.

The best way to convince your dad to get you a gerbil is to prove you can handle it and "earn" them.

Start by showing your dad how responsible you are. This can include cleaning your room without being asked, keeping your room clean, helping out around the house, doing the dishes, doing yard work, etc. Keep it up even after you get your gerbil.

The next thing to do is to show him just how committed you are to gerbils and how willing you are to learn about them. Do tons of research. Look on articles online, join a gerbil forum if you're old enough, talk to other gerbil owners, etc. Research and learn. It's one of the best things you can do. Believe me! Then, go back and TEACH your dad what you've learned. This can be in the form of a powerpoint or a formal essay. This could be slipping in random things you've learned when you're talking to him. For example, if you're talking about gerbils, you could say "Did you know gerbils are desert animals, so they produce less urine. Since they produce less urine, the don't smell as much!"

Be mature about it. If you don't get your way, it's best not to stomp, cry, and whine. Just handle it in a mature way. Find out why he doesn't want a gerbil, and address those issues. Is it the smell? They're rat-like? He doesn't like rodents? He doesn't think you'll care for a gerbil properly? There can be any number of reasons why he says no, and if you figure out what they are, just work on them.

Please keep in mind that gerbils are social, and should always be kept in same s*x pairs. Two gerbils isn't much more work than one. In fact, one could be more work, because you'll have to spend much more time with it trying to make up for the lack of companionship. Even if you spend all your free time with it, you still can't make up for the lack of another gerbil to groom, sleep with, and play with.

Good luck! If you have any questions at all, feel free to post more questions on here. Also, feel free to e-mail me. I always respond, and I really enjoy helping people out. I'd be glad to help answer your questions.

Answer 3

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.

If 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 4

if you put them in youre room he wont even notive them tell him they dont smell make noise or a mess they are sweet and teach responsibility, but if you are not responsible or get bored with pets then forget it, btw you need 2 gerbils 1 will get lonely and depressed so either get 2 or no gerbil at all, try doing some research that way you will know how to properly care for them and you can show off to youre parents that way they know youre serious and its not just a phase and whatever you do dont beg and beg and beg it annoys the h**l out of them and i dont blame them lol goodluck, gerbils make great pets hope you get one :)