Apr
Im thinking about writeing a letter abot telling my parents why and how i need a puppy
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If you really want to impress your parents and up your chances of getting a puppy, here are some things you can do.
1. First of all, you don't need a puppy. You want a puppy.
2. Research different breeds that would be good for your lifestyle. Some characteristics you'll want to look for in a dog are (depending on what you need for your household):
* Amount of shedding
* Grooming requirements
* Adult size
* Ability to be left home alone
* Breed's trainability reputation
* Exercise stipulations
* If you want a male or female
3. Research proper care of a dog. This includes
* Costs (your parents WILL have to help you with most of the costs. Don't think you can absolutely pay for a dog with your birthday money. Your dog will require constant costs towards the supplies listed below for its entire life. The initial cost of the actual dog is only the start).
* Food
* Food & water dishes
* Leash
* Collar
* License & tags
* Toys
* Training devices
* Vet costs (vaccinations, check-ups, spaying/neutering, emergency illness, emergency injury, monthly & periodic parasite meds)
* Grooming costs (home: nail grinders/clippers, brushes, shampoo, etc.) (Professional: cost varies on size, temperament & fur of dog, but should be done periodically)
* Countless other thoughts I can't think of right now
4. Research proper training. This includes house training (crate training & outside training are best), becoming alpha over the dog, bite inhibition, scolding (begging, barking, etc.)
heel, stay, come, and other tricks.
5. Prove yourself responsible. I'm a teen and I really wanted a dog too. One of the main reasons my parents didn't want a dog, was, obviously, the money and work involved. I admitted that with no job and school to attend, the chances of me paying for a dog was trim. So I found a fair tradeoff — they pay, I do the work. My parents pay for most of the supplies and costs for my dog. In exchange, I do the research, the training, the walking, the feeding, the bathing, the grooming.
Propose this to your parents. Prove you'd be able to do it by keeping good grades, and keeping things clean around your house. But realize that taking care of a dog is no cakewalk. Without research, it's not almost as simple as you think. Do a few months of research, and you still probably don't have a grasp on how much work a dog is.
6. Look into the future and think about. Are you still going to be as passionate about having a dog in 3 years, when you get a boyfriend and a job? In 6 years, when you're in college? In 10 years, when you're married? A dog can be anywhere from a 12-20 year commitment. Unless you're ready to include your dog in everything you do for the next decade or two… don't get one.
7. Research where you would get your dog. A shelter/rescue, or a reputable breeder? Learn to tell when you're facing a puppy miller or a backyard breeder.
8. As far as the actual letter to your parents, I think it's a good idea, if you're ACTUALLY READY FOR ONE.
Remember to mention:
* Open politely by saying that you WANT a puppy
* Tell them you’ve done months of research and think you are ready for the responsibility
* Tell the breed you’ve selected and why
* Tell them where you want to get the dog from and why
* Tell them that if they paid the costs, you would do the work
* Tell them about all the training methods you've learned
* Tell them how the dog would fit into your lifestyle properly
* Anything else you'd like to say
Remember not to beg — just be polite. And even after all this, they still might say no. And they probably have a really good reason! If they say no, it means no. Don't be selfish.
Good luck!
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Its good that you already have a rough idea - 'How' and 'Why'.
So you can simply expand on that: Do you know of a pet shop that is selling puppies? Or do you have a friend that just had a litter and wants to give some away? But you would also have to remember that a pet is for life - you can't just give away your pet once it has grown up and is no longer 'cute'. How would you take care of it? Would you take it for walks? Feed it regularly? Groom it? These are quite big responsibilities.
Once you can prove to your parents that you’re capable of keeping a pet, then you can go on to the reasons why: Are you lonely at home? Is keeping a pet the 'in' thing now, and also, is that the reason why? Is it for a project? Tell your parents your reasons, and keep it logical and coherent. Don't just demand until they give in. If you keep bugging them until they give in, chances are that you won't be keeping that pet for long anyway. Always remember that when you keep a pet, you are responsible for its life. Would you want your pet to live a happy life, or a sad and lonely one? You will be the one who would make a difference.
However, i can see that you also need to get your english settled. You can run your letter through a text editor like 'Microsoft Word' after you’re done with the content, then fix the errors. Hand write it out neatly, or print it out, then try to introduce this idea to your parents in a relaxed setting, like just after dinner, or when everyone's happy and willing to talk about new ideas. They might just let you have a puppy.
All the ideal! God bless!
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Rather than writing a letter to them make a video with puppys and music on it. Then show them it or send them it to their e-mail with a tiny note at the bottom. This will really make them fell bad and get you one! And if that doesn't work talk to them about it and tell them how you will take care of it and everything you’ll do. Make it sound responsible. And then if that doesn't work tell them you’ll try to save up for one, trust me they would like that idea! Good luck!!!
~Sarah~
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First look at your lifestyle and see if it is suitable right now for a dog, a puppy takes a lot of time and some amount of money to properly own one….If someone is home at lunchtime to take your pup out…and if you can afford the tools needed to care for your pup…a crate is a must..good quality food (without additives and fillers….by-products..) the amount of exercise you are willing to don’t just for now when your pup is cute but for the lifetime approx 15-20 years ….this is a massive commitment and should be a family decision to be thought over for quite some time…in life we want something and can't think of anything until we’ve it then sometimes with the time needed and training we regret it ….sometimes we need to wait until a better time ….in the meantime enjoy researching …..how about volunteering at an animal shelter..
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Well first you should prove to them that you can do things around the home without being told. Then pour your feelings out as to why you would like a puppy. And if they get it for you, don't stop doing things around the home. It really is hard work to have a puppy so be prepared for the walks & messes. Have lots of patience. Good luck!
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I had the same problem as you at 8 years of age. I just gave my parents a list of what I was going to do for the dog and what they DON'T have to do. Then they’ll think of you as responsible and get you the dog. Maybe.
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That's a good idea. Write about why you want it, and what you will do to take care of it. Will you walk it, feed it, groom it, exercise it, and train it? Write about important details. But if the answer is a ''No'', except it. Don't beg.
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having a puppy gets you to many responsibilities!!! just show them that you are responsible enough for you to have a puppy..
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check out this site:
http://animal.discovery.com/guides/dogs/…
hope i helped 
Btw having a dog is very hard work
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Okay. That is a very good idea. I did that. That is the most effective way because that was the only thing that finally got my mom to say yes!! Go for it!!!!
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Here's a link for you to get some reliable information, and be sure to check out the annual costs of keeping a dog…
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ok, do it. Just be careful on what puppy u get. Do a lot of research, and be ready to be responsible!!
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ok just tell them that you’ll clean up after it and that you’ll even potty train it! tell them that they’ll barely even see the dog
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You don't need a puppy you simply want one.
And this isnt a question, its a statement.