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My parents are making me pay for all of it. I would like another Willow Cross Golden which are 2,500 and my mom and dad are making me save up 4,200. What do I do?

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If this is the case, work on saving the money. With time, you may be able to save up a small chunk. If your parents see you're making the effort, they may be more willing to get you a second dog.

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What if the problem is walking it?

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Walk your current dog more to show your parents you're up to the task of walking a new dog.

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My dad won't let me get another dog. He said the vet bills will cost to much and I'm a bit to young to work. What should I do?

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Suggest that you get a dog around the ages of two or three, who will need less vet care. Very old and very young dogs need more frequent vet visits.

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What happens if your parents are really strict?

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Ask them maturely and offer to do something they want you to do, like extra chores around the house, in exchange for a dog. They may be more inclined to get you a dog if it will improve your behavior.

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What happens if you're current dog is naughty?

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See if you can find an affordable obedience class for your current dog. If you change your current dog's behavior, your parents may be open to getting a new one.

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My dad doesn't want another dog because he knows one day he will have to put it down. How do I convince him?

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Tell him you understand dogs do not live as long as people. You're prepared to potentially lose a dog to disease.

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Would if they say you have to get rid of a different pet to get the second dog?

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In this case, ask again another time. You made a commitment to your current pet that you need to stick to.

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My mum is scared of where to leave both dogs with my auntie because she thinks it's too much to ask. How can I change what she thinks?

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Try to find another family member who can watch one or both of the dogs while you're away.

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What if your parents say that they don't have time for another dog and you can't help because you're at school all day?

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Accept the "No" for now. When things are less busy, try asking again.

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What if the first dog is aggressive towards other dogs?

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In this case, it may be best not to get another dog. You could try obedience lessons to see if you can teach your current dog to behave around other animals. However, if your dog's behavior does not improve, it may not be safe to get another dog.

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My current dog is very friendly with certain dogs, but with some other dogs he is scared and even a little aggressive. How do I tell if the dog I want to adopt is good for him?

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You could arrange a time with the shelter you are adopting from to have your current dog come and meet your new dog before you adopt.

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What if my dad says that I don't take care of the other dog, even though I do?

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Calmly ask your dad what you can do to improve the way you're taking care of your dog to prove that you're responsible and capable of looking after a second dog.

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