Dear Zea!

I heard that you want a pet but your parents don't let you have a pet, right? Don't worry you make a good choice by sending me this email. First, I think that a fish or a mouse is suitable for your apartment if your apartment is small, and if your apartment is big then you should have a puppy or a cat. Second, if you want to convince that having a pet is good then here are some tips for you:

1. Plan out a daily routine: Whether you get a puppy or an adult dog, he will need food, walks, exercise, grooming, and training. By creating a list of daily tasks, you're showing your parents that you understand how much time and effort goes into raising a happy, healthy, well-adjusted pet.

2. Show them how you plan to implement that routine: Will you get up earlier to feed and walk the dog? Are you willing to give up some after-school activities in order to come home and take care of him? Will you clean up after him? Are you willing to contribute to the expense? Far too often, families get a dog" for the kids", but mom and ad end up doing all the work. Show them that you're eager to take on a lot of the responsibility.

3. Prove to your parents that you're responsible: Start by completing all of your household tasks, without being nagged to do so. Make your bed, pick up your room, take out the trash, and do the dishes. You might even get extra credit for taking on additional chores.

After reading these, are you sure that you want to have a pet? Not only taking care of your pet, but you also need to love them to bit. Are you really sure about this? Tell me in the next letter.

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