2. PETS - No to having pets.

Your child's nagging should not lead you to give them a pet you are not ready to care for. Do not trust the younger children's promises to care for the pet.

Just say "No further discussion. We cannot have a pet now". Keeps repeating same words.

Have a family meeting.
State the problem: Children wants pets but grown up don't want a pet.

Why?
Parent's reasons.
Children's reasons

Write down after you brainstorm solutions

Pick one solution you and your children are willing to try.

Agree to conditions

Have a follow-up meeting to assess the success of the solution and adjust the plan if necessary.