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A user recently shared a poignant story about their cherished dog, Frankie, and their relationship with their girlfriend. Frankie adopted as a puppy from a shelter, became a beacon of hope and healing for the user following the loss of their parents and ongoing mental health struggles. The bond between the user and Frankie, described as a profound connection between two “broken” souls finding solace in each other, was central to their lives.
When the user and their girlfriend began discussing moving in together, a major conflict arose. The girlfriend, aware of Frankie’s importance but struggling with her past trauma involving dogs, expressed her reluctance to have Frankie in their shared home. This led to a heated argument and an ultimatum from the user: Frankie would stay with them, no matter what. The tension resulted in a temporary breakup and strained their relationship.
Through heartfelt conversations, it emerged that the girlfriend’s fear stemmed from a past traumatic experience with a dog, making it difficult for her to be comfortable around Frankie despite the dog’s gentle demeanor and positive interactions with children. Recognizing their differing needs and fears, the couple chose to end their relationship amicably, each gaining insight into the other’s perspective.
Now, the user is focusing on their life with Frankie, reaffirming the special bond they share. This story sheds light on the challenges of balancing a significant relationship with the needs of a beloved pet and underscores the complexities of navigating emotional trauma within a partnership.
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AITA for Choosing My Dog and Telling My Girlfriend to Leave?
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A user shared their experience about their beloved dog, Frankie, and the impact on their relationship with their girlfriend.
Frankie, adopted as a puppy, became a crucial source of support after the user’s parents’ death and their own mental health struggles.
When the couple discussed moving in together, a conflict arose because the girlfriend, due to past trauma with dogs, was uncomfortable with Frankie living in their new home.
The user insisted that Frankie would stay with them, leading to a breakup.
After understanding each other’s perspectives, they ended their relationship amicably.
The user is now focusing on their bond with Frankie, highlighting the difficulties of balancing personal relationships with the needs of a cherished pet.
Let’s swiftly assess a handful of the top comments: AITA for Choosing My Dog and Telling My Girlfriend to Leave?
You two have a bond that is immeasurable in how much you two mean to each other and is basically a family member to you and no one or nothing should come between that.
It feels like she went along with him being there and when she found an opportunity to get rid of the dog, she took it.
You made the right choice
Don’t ever compromise getting rid of an animal because someone else doesn’t want it around, because obviously they were just placating you until an opportunity arose to not have the dog around anymore.
DevilsKnight8 writes:
Nta my old dog had a simmilar impact on me. My house was robbed amd dog was abused in the process, i was at school. The girl i was seeing at the time said i should get rid of my dog cause of the situation. I laughed at her and said she would be gone before the dog. Actually you can go now. My girl(dog) was with me for 9 more year got to meet my wife and step kods and helped me prepare and raise my son before her passing.
Keep the dog ditch the woman.
NTA, just as well you found out now, frankly I wouldn’t trust her near my dog again.
Frankie and you need to walk together.
Gonebabythoughts writes:
I’m not sure why she thought you would get rid of your dog, but I agree that you shouldn’t be with someone who doesn’t understand what Frankie means to you.
Some-Geologist-5120 writes:
You made it clear from the beginning how important and bonded you were to Frankie. There was no bait and switch on your part. It was very disingenuous on her part to have a relationship with you and make fake plans with you and then refuse to live with Frankie in your house-to-be. Bullet dodged there! Change your locks and get cameras and watch your dog – out of spite she could do anything..
