well the way i did it was i had to show how responsible i was around the house, so i cleaned and did the dishes and stuff.. i finally proved to my parents i was so resoponsible.. Just show them how good it will be to have another doggie around the house... maybe they will give in, hey your dog needs a special friend to play woth chloe.. is that how u spell it? this is my idea hope they give in and we want pictures!