Hi Michael -
I'm a web/graphic designer and developer. I can definitely help you out with the problems you're experiencing. However, first I must as the fated question: What is your budget? This is a pretty big undertaking, and I really think that if you were to graphically enhance your website...
You're looking to get in to AFTs? I'd suggest the stripes or granites or something to get started. But, keep in mind that most AFT morphs aren't cheap at all. It's a growing market, but it's still rather expensive right now. Good luck though!
Hahah there are definitely dumb questions. I'm a graphic designer and I get a lot of "Did you do that?" No. Really. I sit here and monitor my computer while it does it for me. I have to kick it every so often to keep it in line, but I pretty much just sit here and stare at the screen all day...
I'm going to be blatantly honest here and tell you that first, this is your parents house, and you need to respect that. Also, unless you have a job of your own to support your pets, then you really have to consider that you're putting the expense in their hands. All I have to say here is that...
Well, I've got one bit of advice. Take your time, enjoy your pets, and just be patient. Parents don't always understand us, and neither do they always agree with our motives. At this point, and I'm not sure how old you are, it's safe to say that your parents just want to be careful because of...