I recently read your ad on Craigslist, http://sacramento.craigslist.org/pet/2780692359.html. First off, it's great that you want to get a dog; I think you'll make a fantastic parent someday. Now, let me give you some advise. Dogs are intricate creatures, very different from us humans. They require different care and training. They communicate differently. Some of the things dogs most require from us is time, commitment, work, money, and love. If you give them that, they will be your companions forever. Sadly, so many people don't realize what owning a dog means, nor do they understand what they will have to sacrifice for that. Do you know why there are millions of dogs killed in shelters every year? Because people who have good hearts for dogs go out and buy them, or take them off of someone on CL, and don't know what they need to give up for that dog. Especially puppies! Puppies require a lot of work, time, commitment, and money. Money, not only for buying the dog, but also caring for it's monthly expenses like food, flee preventative, toys and treats. Don't forget vet bills. For this you'll probably have to give up all your allowance or work money, which means you can't buy those fun things like clothes, music, whatever. You'll have to give up time. Partying with your friends, Prom, vacations, hanging out, maybe even Homecoming, etc. Now, dogs can live up to 10+ years old. Do you really think you'll want the responsibility of a dog when you're out at college, or whatever you plan on doing in the next ten years. It's very difficult to be a student or a working adult and have the responsibility of a dog. 

 

For now, I urge you to wait on this. If you have a passion for dogs and animals, then maybe see if you can volunteer with a local rescue group or shelter. Start a dog-walking/dog-sitting business! Helping dog's in need is one of the greatest ways to make a difference, anywhere! Become educated on how dog's work, dog training and behavior. I would love to help you in that way or in whatever way I can, as dog's are my passion too. I hope to hear from you, and hope you make the right choice, for yourself, and for dogs everywhere. :-)" 

 

 

There is a huge chance this person is a troll, and if they are, I only wasted about 20 minutes of my life. But hey, it was a brain exercise, right?