There are many different kinds of pets that you can get if you can't have a dog. Some take more care than others. Remember, they all take a commitment to love and care for them. There are other things you can do when you can't have a dog. You can volunteer at a shelter or humane society.
Some kids read books about dogs.
Some kids watch movies about dogs. You can find websites on the internet about dogs and read them. You can get a stuffed animal. Check out the suggestions that kids have sent us. That's what I do.