[header] How to convince someone not to give up their dog [title] Talk to the dog's owner. [step] Ask questions to find out why exactly they might give up the pet. You'll need to understand the issues before you can offer solutions.
[header] How to convince someone not to give up their dog [title] Talk to the dog's owner. [step] Ask questions to find out why exactly they might give up the pet. You'll need to understand the issues before you can offer solutions.
Ask the owner why they've given up the dog and what they would do about it if they took the dog back. [substeps] The owner can point you towards suggestions that could help you. [substeps] For example, you might ask them why they go crazy every time they think about the dog's absence. If you live in a neighborhood that has high crime rate, you may want to ask them lots of questions. Find out how they can be willing to give up their dog as a compromise. [substeps] If the owner is unwilling to compromise, then try to find a compromise that works for them. Choose the steps below that best match the issues the owner brings up. [substeps] Do not accuse the owner of exaggerating, especially if you don't live in the same house as the dog.