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How do I persuade my mother to let me adopt a cat?
I am a 15 year old girl, and I really want cat. I have been wanting one for years, and I know I can take care of it. This isn't just a want, or a phase. We recently adopted a rabbit, but he either ran away or was taken by a raccoon (through no fault of my own), I realized it would actually be possible to get a cat.
I have a ferret currently, and I think she is lonely, since our other one died about a year ago of cancer. I have read and it seems like ferrets and cats get along really well. I also just want to experience feline companionship. Everybody in my family except for my little sister and I have lived with a cat or cats, and they all say they are amazing animals, and it's a delight to live with them.
My father has cat allergies, however I have read in many places and apparently there has also been a test done, proving that Abyssinian and Siberian cats are hypoallergenic (meaning, they produce fewer allergens). Some people are giving their Siberian cat away, and their personality also seems so nice.
My father's allergies are not severe, and nobody has asthma, and my father was allergic to our bunny, but managed. Also, my mom wanted to foster two rabbits, and my dad said no, not because of allergies, because "they poop all over the place," which is very true, and he stated that he would actually prefer to have a kitten or cat instead of a bunny.
Since I am home schooled, I will be home all day, and I have a large family, so the cat will never be truly alone. I have read about cat care and everything. My mom's reasons for not wanting a cat are as follows:
-We have already had a pet (ferret), so I don't need any more long term pets
-It's a lot of responsibility
-Where will I find the time to care for it when I'm in university (a fair point, but I will not be moving out-tips for this are welcome)
-Dad's allergies (a problem I have solved)
-It may also be money (She hasn't mentioned it, though), but I have a $20 allowance, which will cover the food. My grandmother, who lives with us, would be willing to contribute, too, and the cat I'm looking at is already spayed, and I have read Siberians rarely get diseases domestic and other breeds get (but I can get a job to pay for emergencies).
The first two reasons are the main ones, I believe.
My older sister and brothers also object, however my brother isn't an animal person, period. Though he will probably give it some attention, as he really did like our rabbit.
My sister wanted a kitten/cat so much, just a year ago, and I don't understand why she doesn't want one now. She still likes felines. She's almost 20, so it may have something to do with her possibly moving out in some years.
I am totally willing ad ready for this 15 -20 year commitment (the cat I want is 4 yrs so will probably be with us more like 15 yrs). I know it's a longterm commitment. If possible, I need to convince her before the people give their cat away, otherwise I will have to wait for a siberian/abyssinian to pop up again.
Thanks =)
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I know how you feel because when I was younger I wanted a dog and instead I got two fishes and two parakeets. Although they are small pets that cannot be taken outside to walk and to play sports with, they are a part of nature and they are beautiful pets. I know you want a cat, but I think that you have to wait until you live by yourself so that you can take care if your cat. I want a dog to but it is a very big responsibility since my dad said he would not take care of it and my mom agreed as well. I would agree that having a pet is a big responsibility so I will try to raise money to get a dog. Don't worry about the cat that you wanted to buy because there will be other cats out there waiting to be taken care of and loved.
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Wait until you have your own place. Then you can have as many cats as you want.
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