Your bedroom A basement An unused garage The backyard (if it is a caged pet or a cat)
Do not leave lit scented candles in the room as this is a fire risk.
Try hanging cork boards or foam squares on your wall. (You can buy both at a craft store). [1] X Research source You can decorate these so that it does not look suspicious. Place a rug under your door to prevent sound from going through the crack. You can also cover up the noise by leaving a stereo or TV on while you’re out. Keep it on a medium volume. If it is too loud, your parents may enter the room to turn it off.
Dogs will need a bed, blankets, chew toys, treats, dry kibble, dishes for food and water, and a leash. [2] X Trustworthy Source American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals Leading organization dedicated to the prevention of animal cruelty Go to source Cats need a scratching post, toys, food and water bowls, dry food, a litter box, litter, and a bed. [3] X Trustworthy Source American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals Leading organization dedicated to the prevention of animal cruelty Go to source Small rodents like guinea pigs, hamsters, and mice need a cage, dry food pellets, fresh vegetables, a water bottle, timothy hay (to line the cage), toys like wheels and tunnels, and soft bedding. Reptiles and snakes will need a glass terrarium, UVB basking lights, food (which may include pellets or live bait), rocks, and plants. [4] X Research source
If you don’t have a lint roller, masking tape can also work. Unroll a few inches of tape, and press the sticky side down on the furry surface. Lift it to remove fur. Do not use disinfectants containing ammonia. Dogs and cats do not like the smell, and this can cause them to pee around the room![5] X Trustworthy Source The Humane Society of the United States National organization devoted to the promotion of animal welfare Go to source
If the dog leaves a mess in the house, you should be sure to pick it up right away. Use scented disinfectants to mask the smell.
Dogs will bark. They bark to protect their territory, because they afraid or sick, or because they are bored. There is no proven method to stop barking completely, so make sure their room is soundproofed.
Guinea pigs and rabbits can have hutches or cube and coroplast cages. Hamsters and mice can live in wire cages. Fish live in tanks or aquariums. Some fish will require aquarium lights. Reptiles live in glass terrariums. They will need a basking lamp with a UVB lightbulb. [11] X Research source
Some pets do not like being in the dark constantly. Leave a closet light on, or make sure that there is a small light attached to your cage.
If you have a fish tank, a wire hamster cage, or a reptile terrarium, this is not a good idea, as the top may need to be left open for oxygen, lamp wires, or exercise.
If you have a reptile in a terrarium, be sure to spray down the glass with a disinfectant. If you have a fish, take the fish out to another bowl or a cooler full of water. Scoop out any debris, and replace the water with fresh before returning the fish to the bowl.
Always double check the guidelines for the specific breeds or species you own. Some need more light than others, and some may require light at night.
Be careful about approaching them right after they get home from work. They may be tired and stressed out. Wait for them to relax before you talk to them.
For example, you can say, “I found a cat that needed a home. For the last two weeks, I have cared for the cat in my bedroom. She is very sweet, and I have taken care of her all by myself. I hope to continue caring for her. I know I have broken your trust, but please, can I keep her?” If your parents say no, you have to live with consequences. Give the pet to another home along with all of their bedding, toys, and food. You may be grounded or punished.
