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Jacko
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posted July 01, 2004 02:19 PM
I want to get a jack russell puppy i have never had a dog before and my mum and dad say no because my mum says it would be unfair on the dog because she would be a work from 9 to 4 and my dad loves his gardening and he says it would mess his garden up i would do anything to get a dog i love em so can anyone think of a sway i can do to persuade them to get me one. thanks
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posted July 01, 2004 02:20 PM
Well, all I can say is if you want a dog, and your dad likes his garden...the JRT would not be a good match. Do you like any non-terriers?
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Jacko
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posted July 01, 2004 02:23 PM
what other *small* dogs is there?
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posted July 01, 2004 02:25 PM
and my mate has just got a jack russell puppy now i really want a jack russell no other dog lol please give me some persuading tips thanks
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ellierat
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posted July 01, 2004 02:29 PM
Tell us why you want a dog sooo much, and why a Jack Russel?
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Jacko
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posted July 01, 2004 02:30 PM
i want a dog because i love them so much and i like walks and everything i would like a jack russell because they are small and cute and i love evrything about them how can i persuade my parents?
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posted July 01, 2004 02:44 PM
A Jack would probably not be a good first dog. You should find a different breed. If you want to convice your parents, it might be easier to do wit a dog that's not as active and won't tear up gardens ![[Wink]](wink.gif)
Here's a breed selector that may work (at least, it worked better than other ones for me).
http://www.dogbreedinfo.com/search.htm
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Jacko
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posted July 01, 2004 02:47 PM
i just need some tips on what i can say to my parents to persuade them to get one please help someone!
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posted July 01, 2004 02:55 PM
Well, I'll tell you what worked for me. I begged and begged until I was 11, and then my parents got a divorce, and both wanted me to like them better, and my dog got me a dog (Daisy), and then my my mum got me a dog. So, you could always convice them to get divorced...it might work Other than that, parents are hard as stone if they don't like dogs, it seems. My Daisy was actually my dad's first dog ever, as well.
You could try fish first. Beleive me, if they don't die within the first month, I think htat means you're a responsible person, lol. Fish are soooo hard to treat right. The y take research, research, research and can get really expensive if you do it right. That could maybe help convice your parents that you're responsible. BTW, I don't mean bettas, or goldfish...I mean something like a pair of mollies. I don't think kitties teach responsibilty...they're the easiest pets alive.
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posted July 01, 2004 04:02 PM
As a parent this is what I suggest you do.
1) make up a contract with your parents clearly outlining what responsibilities you are willing to do. For example,
a) I will walk the dog everyday from 5:30 to 6:00
b) I will make sure that any p o o p in yard is cleaned within 24 hrs,etc.
This will show you understand the responsiblities of a dog and that you are prepared to do.
Be sure to include what they get out of it. IE your school marks must be at B level or above.
I'm sure your parents will think of some other things they will want in order to give in. Be reasonable about your dog request - a shelter dog that is already house broken will save their carpets and their patience.
Set a time frame (ie. 3 months) to show them you are committed to this by doing the things on your contract without being asked.
If this is important enough to you and you show them you are willing and able to handle - you stand a much better chance.
Otherwise - there's always adulthood.
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posted July 01, 2004 06:49 PM
lol I really don't know I've never had this problem, my Mom and Dad both don't care as long as I take care of the shelties (that's what I have, check my website) and buy everything for them... this year I made up a spread sheet telling how much everything cost, and stuff like that; they really liked it. Try something like, also make up a paper for them to tell when and how you are going to take care of them. Good Luck!
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posted July 01, 2004 07:24 PM
It would be quite irresponsible of me being a responsible pet owner to tell you how to conive your parents into getting a puppy.
So now tell me about yourself, if you are over the age of 12 I will help, but if under, then I am sorry but I place you in the same category as my own children. I WANT, I WANT, till the novelty wears off and I GET whatever it is they WANTED!!!!
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Jacko
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posted July 01, 2004 11:53 PM
im am 14 and my parents keep saying no ![[Frown]](frown.gif)
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posted July 02, 2004 12:47 AM
LOL!!! Sorry, but I can understand their point of view. What is their reason for saying NO?
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posted July 02, 2004 10:22 AM
id look into getting a partime job to first pay for the puppy and then provide food and training, if you really want a /jRT tell your parents you will pay to bring it to obedience if this is out of the question then i would have to say you need to respect our parents wishes until your older and have your own home.
Thats what I did.
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posted July 02, 2004 11:08 AM
When I was sixteen (many many moons ago) I talked my mother & stepfather into getting me a dog. I promised to look after him, clean up the poup,etc. Funny.. looking back my mom fed it, cleaned up after it, it was her dog in more ways than one.
Maybe your parents know this will happen. You have so many things that are going to happen - high school, dating, proms, sports, part time jobs, college, & on & on.
You could always volunteer at a local shelter - or get p/t job in a pet store in the mean time.
At a shelter you would have all the benefits of walking-playing with dogs who really need love & patience - plus it saves your dad's garden & your mom's house.
They certainly couldn't object to that. After a year or so, i'm sure they would be much more open to have the discussion again.
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posted July 02, 2004 12:15 PM
Excellent advice doglover! Some many people just don't understand the commitment required by a dog. That is why so many end up at the shelters or tied to a tree and forgotten about. I think volunteering at a shelter would give the best experience in to responsible dog ownership.
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posted July 02, 2004 02:00 PM
Jacks are really a handful. They are also a ton of fun. Join the local 4-H club and sign up for Dogs. It is a great way to start out with learning how to train and take care of a dog. Ask your parents to take you to a dog show that is close to you so that you can talk to some breeders. (After they are done in the ring) And find out about the JR breed rescue in your state. Of course some of these will be in rescue because they have been destructive but others have lost their homes because of divorce or similar situations. Petfinders.com is also a good sorce for finding a pup. I waited 2 yrs for my next pup that is being concieved in England this weekend. Dont expect to get a pup over night. Start saving your money and show how responsable you are. Whatever you do...DONT NAG! Just work towards your goal. Start reading up on dog care and the breed. Hope this helps a little. Good luck.
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