If your child asks for a puppy, would you get it for them?

[Anonymous]

Yes

No

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+1 y

I’m very surprised by the gender poll results. I honestly thought men would vote for “yes”. Since men like to show off dogs and puppies on their dating profile.

[Anonymous]

If I didn't have severe allergies, and if mom or I had the time to take care of one, and we lived in a pet friendly area, and the kid showed a level of maturity for their age... then yes. But in a real life situation, probably not.

I might consider a simpler pet, at least to start. Something easy to take care of, but a bit fun. I have had turtles since I was 9 or 10, and they are great pets. A chameleon, a bearded dragon, maybe. Something with a definable personality that we could all take care of if it proved a little much for a kid. Nothing too loud, and nothing nocturnal.

[lightbulb27]

maybe, I'd judge the reality of handling that pet because kids are fickle. if they commit to helping with the responsibility at young age and the logistics work, yes. it's a good experience for kids.

[bones_20]

It’s not even something a child of mine would have to ask because that is something they would be getting from me. I loved having dogs and pets growing up.
I mean what’s a childhood without a puppy! 🥺

[Apulu_3]

My parents agreed for adopting a puppy! But after 2 years when I complete my 10th grade studies as they are important and me and my sister would be responsible by then.

[andreasderjuengere]

I grew up with dogs. The only reason I can think of to not ''allow'' a dog would be if my family's surrounding conditions are not suitable for the dog.
However - I'd make it a ''family dog'' (the main 'work' sooner or later will be on my own shoulders anyway :) )... and I'd love it like that.

[HighValue]

Only when I wanted a dog too. I'd actually wait until the oldest kid is old enough to take care of it, (feed and water every day, clean up its poop, etc.) then show them a dog movie to get them to want a puppy/dog. I'd get a dog that I actually wanted for a while, but the kids would do the daily chores of taking care of it in exchange for me buying it and its food. Win win. :)

[Anonymous]

Depends on their gender and how much I love/ care about them... I am less likely to care about/love a son... I'd care more for a daughter... No not in an incest way.. that's jus how my heart works... Im jus more empathetic and caring for females... I guess you can say a simp...

So the answer is. For a daughter yes probably

For a son. Possibly, I'd have to question it

[josephinelcajon]

Here is why you should. It teaches responsibility. The right dog can watch after your child and protect them. They teach kids to love and get love back!

[Adam1978]

No puppies or dogs if I have a say in the matter. They might be cute but way to much work and I want to keep my stuff unchewed.

[SpitSpan]

They only ever get ideas from people around them. So, if it was the spouse or grandparents suggesting that, then it's a conversation with them. But I consider that family planning/thing to deal with in advanace of their birth.

[Prettygurl12]

Yes, but that's because I would really be getting ME a puppy lol

[TrueConfection]

Yes, we have 2 dogs and mostly because I wanted my kids to have the joy of a loyal dog.

[Gwenhwyfar]

Yes. As long as we had enough room for the dog to run around and play in.

[ClaryFairchild26]

I have a dog myself so if my child asks me for one in the future I will get him one off course

[UniquelyBasic]

Ill think about it and whether I feel they are ready to have such a big responsibility.

[SnakeBoop]

No. Animals are not presents for humans.

[alice55]

I would get them a cat. I prefer cat.

[spiralshape]

The people who voted no likely voted for Biden

[HeartFullOfGlue]

Nope
I'd give them a worm instead 😊

[InvoluntaryCelibate9]

Lmaoooo

[ChrisMaster69]

Nope not at all.

[Iron_Man]

Yes I would

[npiatanas]

yes why not