I agree, too. I wanted a horse all while I was growing up and though my parents would have loved to have given me one, they couldn't afford it. I know that's not the same issue but I had to wait until I was 18. I hate to see dogs outside all the time by themselves. That's one of the worst things you could do to a dog. They love to be around people. How about a smaller dog? There are cute ones like Jack Russell Terriers and I like the Italian Greyhounds. That might be something to think about. You might just have to wait until you get on your own to get a bigger one. See what your mom thinks about a smaller, slicker breed.