Dogs are wonderful, lovable, and fascinating creatures, but they are still animals, and things can go wrong when you spend time with them.
Fortunately, after decades of selective breeding and training, most of our furry friends are affectionate rather than aggressive. Unlike spiders, which have eight legs and often evoke fear, dogs come in various breeds and temperaments, making them generally less intimidating.
However, millions of people still suffer from cynophobia, or fear of dogs. This fear can stem from past traumatic experiences, such as being bitten or chased as a child.
Some individuals are so afraid of dogs that it disrupts their daily lives, preventing them from taking walks or visiting friends’ homes. The protagonist of today’s story, who we’ll call OP, is one such person. Her fear of dogs is about to cause a significant problem because her girlfriend brought home a dog without her knowledge.
OP’s fear isn’t baseless; she was attacked by a dog and suffered severe injuries that required multiple surgeries and over a year of recovery, with her girlfriend supporting her through the ordeal.
OP and her girlfriend have been living together since they turned 20. One day, OP came home to find dog toys scattered on the couch. Confused, she went looking for her girlfriend and discovered her playing fetch with a Great Dane. Here’s the full story:
OP recounts her story on Reddit.
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OP and her girlfriend have been together since college.
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OP decides to avoid their house and her girlfriend until she gets an apology.
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OP explained her actions, saying: “I am forcing my girlfriend to get rid of her new dog, and everyone is telling me I’m being an a-hole.”
Redditors had plenty to say about the situation:
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OP’s girlfriend seems indifferent to her feelings.
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OP’s traumatic past with a dog attack.
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They need a larger home to accommodate a Great Dane.
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Great Danes are expensive and challenging to care for.
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The choice of a Great Dane was questionable.
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Important to make an informed decision before getting a dog.
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The relationship may be beyond repair.
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OP’s partner acted thoughtlessly.
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Her actions revealed her true priorities.
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Overcoming a fear of dogs requires understanding the root causes and exploring treatment options. Many Redditors believe this situation might be irreparable since OP’s girlfriend knowingly disregarded her partner’s fears.
By putting her own desires above her partner’s well-being, OP’s girlfriend has seriously strained their relationship. Instead of feeling remorseful, she’s doubling down on her decision, leading Redditors to declare OP not the AH.
