how do i make mom buy me a puppy? advice is great. im 13, we have 2 cats and 1 other dog.i want my own puppy!?

uhhh ur 13.. you have enough pets as it is.. and sorry but there is no such thing as ''making'' ur mom get a dog for you. no means no.

Well, you certainly seem to have covered all the issues I might have raised, and have researched this very well. Perhaps Mom thinks your house is just too small for another dog. But you mentioned my favorite breed (rottweiler), so I have to try to help.

You probably know all the arguments your mom has made against your having a puppy, but you did not mention any of them in your question. I hope this is not because you know you can't win, and you are simply unable to accept the fact.

If you didn't already have animals, I might speculate that the landlord will not permit them. But that's not the problem. Perhaps the expense? Even your considerable savings (proud of you for that) might not be enough to both buy the puppy and pay all the secondary costs, especially veterinarian bills.

If I were you, I would print out this question and the best answer after you have chosen it, and hand it to your mother and say, "Will this convince you that I am serious? I want to work out whatever objections you have, because I think a dog of my own, raised by hand from a puppy, will be easier to train if we can get him in here before Ozzy gets too old to teach him the doggy part. I can teach him the part about dealing with humans, but Ozzy will have to teach him about dealing with dogs.

Then patiently listen to her objections and raise your most convincing arguments. But keep calm and rational no matter what she says. It might not be the right time; try again in a week or two, but don't accept no for a permanent answer. If she complains of that -- that you are nagging or pestering, for example -- then tell her that you want to know what would convince her, what would be fair to both of you, and to the puppy?

Keep your cool, whatever you do, and good luck.

If you would care to listen. Count the number of times that you used the word "I" in your statement.

Have you given any thought as to how the cats and your family dog feel about loosing your attention. They have feelings you know. I have 1 cat and 2 dogs. They get along just fine, But each one of them demands their own personnel attention. Then I know that you have alot of affection to give each one, for now that is. In three years your going to be thinking about driving, and dating. oops! there goes more of my time away from home and away from my puppy (who by the way is no longer a puppy in your eye he's a three year old dog who is loosing his best friend). Then it's off to college or work and what about your best friend. I am a very old person and I love all animals. I have had 4 dogs each of which lived to be at least 19 years old. Each one was a puppy when I got them and at 19 they were still puppies. They try to do things that they used to be able to do just like people. It's not that you are old enough to have a puppy but maybe you are a little to old to start with a puppy. I am sure that your mother is very proud of you and would like nothing better than for you to have what you want but is this the right time in your life to have one.

It seems you have really researched into getting a pup. But remember that pups need to be vaccinated and regular check ups and depending on the breed you get may need more food than what you other dog has. Already having three pets may be enough for your Mom to take care of. Perhaps when you get a part time job in a few years then maybe the time to get your pup. Good luck with you decision and congrats on being so responsible !!

you are extremely responsible in caring for all your animals. those are expensive dogs and you have done very well in saving your money. Maybe she is thinking about Ozzy, he is 11 and he is getting old..how do you think he would feel if a new wiggly puppy came into his life and climbed and chewed on him all day and took up so much of your attention. Most older dogs do not want a puppy around at all. Wait until Ozzy dies, and until he does keep loving and caring for him like you are now.That will prove to your mom you will still be responsible for a new puppy. You are doing a super job now.

you sound responsible, but you need to have a lot more money saved up to care for a dog. my husband and i paid $150 for our mini dachsaund, but have already paid close to $2000 in vet packages (shots, etc), food, toys, treats, clothes (i can't help it), etc. that puppy is expensive, and we think it's worth it, but we are also 2 adults who have jobs, etc. you are only 13, and might be great about walking and feeding the puppy, but you aren't old enough to earn more money for the future.

take care of Ozzy, and after he has passed in the future (i hope not soon), maybe your mom will reconsider. she sounds like she has her hands full with 3 pets and 2 kids, and sounds like she's a great mom. you've been raised right. if you want a purebred, all your money will be used to just pay for the puppy.

Ur doing everything right , i have a quick suggestion, if u want ur own puppy, i'd go with the maltese or the bichon frise, because they are small, and dont shed as often, you can point these things out to ur mother. Tell her u wont neglect ur other pets, and make sure you dont! ask her why she seems hasty, and if she has a reason, (i.e your brother would want a pet too) try to get her a reason that fixes the problem that she sees(i.e. tell ur brother he can play with the puppy, as long as he doesnt ask for one, or something.)

tell her exactly what you just wrote down, it convinced me. you seem really really beyond responsible. But let me tell you 900$ nisnt gonna pay for a puppy's entire life...sorry but your gonna need at least a litlle of financial help from your mom.

Im 13 also, and at the time I have a 11 wk old shitzu puppie, her 2yr old mom, and a border terrier. (shitzus are the best!!)

I would say give her good reasons like you said that u get good grades and that you are responsible and about your choice i would go with a bichon frise they are so cool and compassionatebut when you first get it be ready for accidents also if you get a bichon make sure give it lots of attention or it will get jealous and just make sure he isn't lonely

Good luck

Merry Christmas!

You can't make you parents do anything. However, if you are a responsible kid, who picks up after himself, and does what he is told, then you got these things going for you. Point this out to your parents when asking for the pup.

I'm thirteen too. I have two cats and two gunni pigs. I have always wanted a puppy too and I have tried everything. Just stop asking and mabey you'll get a suprise for christmas! That's what I'm hoping for.