We've all had our fair share of office drama, but this tale takes it to a whole new level. Imagine starting a new job, making friends, and then having it all unravel over a misunderstanding about your beloved pet. Our storyteller, let's call him 'Dog Dad', found himself in this very situation. His coworker, 'Amy', accused him of a heinous act based on misinterpreted signs from his rescue dog. The fallout? A workplace divided and a friendship in tatters. Let's dive into this emotional rollercoaster. 🎢🐾
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Diply | Diply
New Job, New Friends 🏢👫
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trishiferr8876 | trishiferr8876
Trending
A Budding Friendship with Amy 💁♀️
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trishiferr8876 | trishiferr8876
Must Read
The Cold Shoulder ❄️🤷♂️
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trishiferr8876 | trishiferr8876
Unraveling the Mystery 🕵️♂️
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trishiferr8876 | trishiferr8876
The Accusation 💔
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trishiferr8876 | trishiferr8876
Rumors Spread 🗣️
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trishiferr8876 | trishiferr8876
Confrontation Time ⏰
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trishiferr8876 | trishiferr8876
Amy's Stubborn Stand 🚫
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trishiferr8876 | trishiferr8876
Warning Shot Fired 🔔
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trishiferr8876 | trishiferr8876
HR to the Rescue 🚨
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trishiferr8876 | trishiferr8876
Mixed Reactions 🔄
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trishiferr8876 | trishiferr8876
Seeking Validation 🙏
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trishiferr8876 | trishiferr8876
Update: The Aftermath 📝
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trishiferr8876 | trishiferr8876
The Goal: Peace ✌️
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trishiferr8876 | trishiferr8876
Office Drama Resolved, But Was It Too Much? 🤔
In the aftermath of this canine-caused chaos, Dog Dad's workplace is left divided. While many stand by him, some believe he overreacted, citing Amy's love for animals as a reason for her passionate response. But was it fair for Amy to jump to conclusions and spread rumors? Dog Dad didn't want Amy fired, he just wanted the rumors to stop. He's left questioning his actions, seeking validation for his decision. Let's see what the online community thinks about this fur-flying fiasco... 🐾🔥
NTA - Accusing someone of animal abuse without proof 👎
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BeachingPanda | BeachingPanda
NTA: Standing up against workplace rumors and self-righteousness 👏
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Alkansur | Alkansur
NTA. Lesson learned: Keep co-workers as professional acquaintances 👍
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AsideTheCreekWV | AsideTheCreekWV
NTA- Corrected coworker spreads gossip, drama queen alert 🐾🔥
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nerdandknit | nerdandknit
NTA - She wants attention, not to solve any problems 🙅
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CloudAfro | CloudAfro
NTA: Standing up against lies and setting boundaries in the workplace 👏
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NTA! Amy needs to grow up and stop projecting her fears 🤷🏻♀️
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[deleted] | [deleted]
NTA accuses coworker of animal abuse, sparks workplace war 🐾🔥
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[deleted] | [deleted]
NTA Amy's unprofessional behavior sparks workplace war. HR to the rescue!
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MikkiTh | MikkiTh
NTA defends rescuing abused animals; threatens to sue for slander 😎
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emotional-hedgehog | emotional-hedgehog
NTA. Is Amy trying to sabotage your promotion? 🤔
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SpookySugarSkull | SpookySugarSkull
NTA. Accusing you of animal abuse? Sounds like jealousy and insecurity. 😳
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drbarnowl | drbarnowl
NTA. Shutting down rumors and standing up for yourself. 👏
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mextrawork | mextrawork
Amy jumps to serious accusations without proof, NTA defends.
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Minimum-Falcon | Minimum-Falcon
Fighting to protect your reputation against false accusations is crucial 💪
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NYKRSTN | NYKRSTN
Amy's the a**hole in this furry workplace war 🐾
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Fiotes | Fiotes
"NTA. You did everything right in this scenario 👏🏻🙌"
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ChronicApathetic | ChronicApathetic
NTA: Amy's activism seems more about attention than animal welfare. 🐾
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quasiix | quasiix
NTA. You handled the drama like a pro 👏 HR to the rescue 👮
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1BigFool | 1BigFool
NTA. Amy's lucky you haven't lawyered up yet 😎
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blergggg18 | blergggg18
Defending a furry friend from false accusations. 🐾🔥
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roconfused | roconfused
NTA. Expose the slander, involve HR, and protect your dog! 🐾🔥
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Pebbles220619 | Pebbles220619
Calling out lies! NTA shuts down ridiculous accusations 🙌
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misstiff1971 | misstiff1971
NTA: Textbook workplace bullying 🐾🔥
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Reading4LifeForever | Reading4LifeForever
Did Amy sabotage their career? Find out what happened! 🤔
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[deleted] | [deleted]
Questioning the commenter's expertise and motives in a fiery debate.
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win7119 | win7119
NTA stands up to workplace slander, seeks HR intervention. 👏
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lean_connoli | lean_connoli
Defending yourself from workplace slander? NTA! Fight back! 💪
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marktwainbrain | marktwainbrain
Animal lover defends coworker's dog, sparks positive debate 🐾
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Piemanthe3rd | Piemanthe3rd
Not the a**hole. Share your furry friend workplace stories! 🐾
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jessikatnip7 | jessikatnip7
Passion for work sparks conflict. NTA, she should understand. 🐾
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SecondHandSlows | SecondHandSlows
Betrayal at work? 🤔 A supposed friend spreading lies?
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[deleted] | [deleted]
NTA: Speak up only if you know the whole story! 🚯
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Big_Daddy_Malenkov | Big_Daddy_Malenkov
NTA. Standing up to false accusations and getting support from management! 👏
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UlisesGirl | UlisesGirl
NTA. Exposing false accusations at work is necessary for justice 💪
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that_weird_lady | that_weird_lady
NTA. HR should handle furry friend workplace wars 🐾
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coco71113 | coco71113
NTA. Career sabotage? That's a furry friend fiasco! 🐾🔥
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BaronVonNumbaKruncha | BaronVonNumbaKruncha
Not the a**hole for bringing a furry friend to work 🐾
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cunthead11113030 | cunthead11113030
NTA, workplace drama and the consequences of hanging out with coworkers.
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mideon2000 | mideon2000
Passionate about animals, but lacks understanding of ownership and scars
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CheeseyconnorYT | CheeseyconnorYT
False accusations at work? NTA! Shutting down the lies. 🙌
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Viperbunny | Viperbunny
Amy gets called out for being nosy. Not the a**hole
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Rialspicy | Rialspicy
Fighting back against slander: NTA could have a case! 💪
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[deleted] | [deleted]
Questioning an 'animal lover' spreading office gossip instead of helping 🐶
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narmolania | narmolania
NTA: Drama unleashed when Amy stirs the shit pot 🐾🔥
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awekittycat | awekittycat
NTA. Going behind your back is unprofessional and unacceptable. 👍
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Paddamantium | Paddamantium
NTA. You stood up for yourself and involved HR. 👏
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Clarrisani | Clarrisani
Rescuer-turned-commenter praises well-cared-for dog with subscription box 😂❤️
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40053487 | 40053487
Forgiving lies? Dude, you're warped. NTA 🙄
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AClockworkProfessor | AClockworkProfessor
No comments needed, she's definitely not the a**hole! 😎
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jmc259 | jmc259
Heartfelt empathy for a traumatized dog's worst nightmare. 💔
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Caribbeanguava47 | Caribbeanguava47
Supportive comment defends saving dog, suggests reporting slander to HR
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TemporaryTortellini | TemporaryTortellini
NTA: Educating coworkers about pet rescue and abuse prevention 🐾
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shades-of-gray312 | shades-of-gray312
🐾 NTA: Drama unfolds as a malicious gossiper spreads toxic rumors
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Cleonce12 | Cleonce12
NTA warned coworker, got HR involved, accusations sorted by HR 👍
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DocSternau | DocSternau
NTA - Exposing slanderous rumors at work. Protect your reputation! 💪
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Tara997 | Tara997
NTA! Pay the dog tax and share the cuteness 🐾
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augustpotato18 | augustpotato18
Rescuing dogs and standing up for yourself 🐾
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youm3ddlingkids | youm3ddlingkids
HR's involvement in the furry friend fiasco remains a mystery 🤷♀️
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Squinky75 | Squinky75
No a**holes here! Share your thoughts on the furry friend.
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tcsweetgurl | tcsweetgurl
NTA defends against false accusations, workplace reputation at stake 👏
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Happy-Judgment | Happy-Judgment
NTA: Amy should empathize with abused animals, not spread rumors.
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lurkinma | lurkinma
Passion for animals doesn't make you an expert. NTA 🐾
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Accused of animal abuse at work? NTA fights back! 👊
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myangelofthenight | myangelofthenight
Even without abuse, dogs can have nervous natures. 🐶
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dresshater1 | dresshater1
"NTA! You had to protect yourself and your pup 🐾"
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mer-shark | mer-shark
Passionate animal lover criticizes adoption of previously abused dogs 🐾
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bobguy117 | bobguy117
NTA. Spreading rumors hurts you professionally and doesn't help the dog 🐾
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justlurkingnjudging | justlurkingnjudging
Confronting slander, adopting an abused dog, and adorable puppers! 🐾🔥
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kieraembers | kieraembers
NTA defends against workplace rumors, seeks evidence to support case 👍
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josh2of4 | josh2of4
NTA. Shutting down gossip and preserving your reputation 👍
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susanmuecke1958 | susanmuecke1958
NTA defends against false accusations, calls for HR intervention 🚨
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AdventurousLily | AdventurousLily
NTA- Amy's gossip could damage your career. She's in the wrong.
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Minaowl | Minaowl
Avoid the nutty coworker and clear your good name! 😇
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brazentory | brazentory
NTA shuts down baseless accusations and defends their innocence 👏
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SP_Patrick | SP_Patrick
NTA. Great communication skills and professional approach. Well done! 👏
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seeyouatthemovies4 | seeyouatthemovies4
"NTA, defend yourself! HR exists for a reason 👏"
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indianajoes | indianajoes
Not the a**hole for bringing a furry friend to work 🐾
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CrSkin | CrSkin
NTA defends against defamation accusations. Drama unfolds in workplace 😱
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NTA- Amy's passion is gossip, not animals. HR was right. 🐾
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Bunnawhat13 | Bunnawhat13
Confronting lies, escalating to HR: the logical next step. NTA
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ItzieMitzie | ItzieMitzie
Heartwarming pet adoption stories that will melt your heart 🐾
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Kithyara | Kithyara
Commenter defends OP against workplace slander, praises doggo parenting 🐾
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totes224 | totes224
NTA takes action against workplace conflict. Allies unite! 💪
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seba_make | seba_make