Chickens and Trying to Get New Pets

I know it might be weird but, I want 2 pet chickens. My parents and brother don't,  but I will convince them . It might take years, but I will still try to convince them. I'm doing lots of research and now I think chickens are really awesome! Well, don't expect me to post about chickens too soon, but who knows, I could get them by the end of 2014,  maybe. =D
Here are some strategies for trying to convince someone to get a pet that work really well.

Research
A lot, tell the person you're trying to convince facts about how great the pet you want is, but not too often or it'll annoy them.

Be responsible
Do chores, take care of other pets, do your homework, if you're responsible enough to do those things, then they'll think you're responsible enough to take care of a new pet

Ask why not?
Asking why they don't want the pet could help you find out what you need to do to get the pet, or prove they're wrong about the pet being bad

I hope this helps anyone who wants a new pet!