Explaining to Children Why They Cannot Have a Dog

Having a dog is a big responsibility, often the children will be good at taking care of them at first but then eventually get lazy and don't want to do it anymore. They need to learn that it isn't a part time job and they will more then likely have that dog up to 15 years, it's possible. Anyways I would have them maybe volunteer at the shelter or have them dog sit for their neighbor or something to give them that experience. Books and movies are also good in helping them understand how much work it is to take care of animals, let alone why it isn't good to have one in an apartment. I know some people do have them in Apartments but not everyone can have them there, I did at one time and well it wasn't pretty I owe like $800.00 for my dog messing up the carpet which I'm upset about but will live. Have the child learn that they also need to probably potty train, and do some actual dog training like commands of sit ,stay. etc.