Imagine having a cousin who is terrified of anything that walks on four legs, even a harmless kitten. Now, imagine your love for your dog colliding with this fear, sparking a family feud that leaves everyone picking sides. This is the story of Kyra and her dog-loving cousin, a tale that’s as heartwarming as it is heart-wrenching. ❤️
Meet Kyra: The Animal-phobic Cousin

The Uninvited Furry Guest

Kyra’s Fear vs. Doggy’s Freedom

The Prolonged Visits: A Bane for the Pooch ⏳

The Dog’s Plea for Freedom

Mom Steps In: The Ultimatum ️

Kyra’s Mom’s Outrage: The Accusation Flies ️

The Family Feud: A House Divided

The Final Stand: Dog vs. Family

Dog Lover or Family Obligation: A Moral Dilemma
In a family where love for a pet collides with a member’s crippling fear, who should compromise? This tale of Kyra and her cousin is a heart-wrenching conflict between the love for a new pet and the fear of a family member. The family is divided, some siding with the dog lover, others sympathizing with Kyra’s fear. The question remains: Is it fair to prioritize a pet’s comfort over a family member’s fear? Or is it unjust to confine a pet due to a visitor’s phobia? The internet is buzzing with opinions on this furry family feud. Let’s see what they have to say… ️
NTA for having a phobia, but expecting everyone to bend over backwards?

NTA: Dog lover refuses to crate dogs for extended family visits.

Dog lover defends their furry family member against animal-phobic cousin! ❤️

NTA – Dogs are family! Trust issues with non-dog lovers.

Pets are family too!

NTA. Dog lover accommodates cousin’s fear, suggests therapy for resolution.

Dog lover defends their decision to accommodate their furry family.

NTA for setting boundaries with family who expect cruelty to dog

Aunt and Uncle’s negligence: NTA for having a phobia
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NTA: Kyra needs to grow up and respect others’ choices.

NAH: Phobia vs. Dog Lover. Empathy needed for both sides.
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NTA. Setting boundaries is reasonable. Kyra’s phobia seems extreme.

Dog lover defends dog’s right to be at home. Empathy for cousin’s phobia.

Respecting boundaries: NAH, but aunt’s pettiness stirs family drama.

NTA. Your dog rules the house, even pays bills!

NTA: Dog lover seeks compromise but cousin gets angry and dramatic

NAH vs. ESH: A Family Feud Unleashed!

Curious about the dog? Let’s get all the deets!

NTA. Overcoming fear of dogs through well-trained and small breeds

#4 is the real question here.

NTA. Don’t let their fear ruin your furry family member!

Traumatized by a dog attack, grew out of fear. NTA

Pets unite families! NTA for not isolating your furry friends.

NTA. You’ve made a real effort to accommodate the situation.
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Understanding and accommodating a dog-phobic family member’s fears.
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“Dog lover finds a clever way to handle animal-phobic cousin!”

Rumors and family feuds? Don’t be an AH!

NTA: Kyra’s therapy needs shouldn’t be ignored, animals deserve freedom!
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18-year-old with irrational fear of animals sparks family feud!

Allergies vs. Phobia: Boundaries and Understanding Needed ♀️

NTA. Phobia is not everyone’s responsibility. Dog’s comfort matters.
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Family feud over dogs: Emotional distress and compromise

Guests don’t dictate, NTA.

NTA, drama queen cousin vs. entitled dog haters

Puppy love triumphs over animal-phobic cousin! ❤️

Putting the dog over family? ❤️ NTA, totally valid!

Commenter sympathizes with fear of animals but still supports OP

Animal-phobic cousin refuses therapy, making life difficult
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Pets are family, but what about those with animal phobias?

Dog lover defends their furry family member against animal-phobic cousin
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Not the a**hole. Let the feud begin!

NTA: Inform complainers it’s their turn to deal with her

Cousin’s issues: Can they function? You’re NTA for sure!

Defending your furry family member over an unsympathetic relative. NTA

Find a compromise: baby gate keeps dog close but separate.

NTA. Prioritizing your dog over family, but it’s understandable.

Dog lover defends their furry friend against animal-phobic cousin

My house, my rules. Dog lovers unite!

NTA Your dog wins hearts and changes minds with belly rubs!

NTA: Don’t lock your dog away for her unreasonable fears!
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Dog lover defends their furry friend against animal-phobic cousin.

Stand up for your furry family member! ❤️

Pets are family too! Prioritizing nuclear family over extended.

Family feud over cat’s freedom in the house!

Dog lover defends fur baby against animal-phobic cousin

Stand your ground! Your dogs, your rules!

NTA. Pets require care, just like children. Dogs need attention.

Accommodating a phobia: Should you keep your dog away?
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Accommodating but not ridiculous: NTA for loving your dog

NTA. Stand your ground and let your cousin handle her fear.

Compassion and understanding for a cousin’s fear of dogs

Dog lover defends furry friend’s right to be at home

Dog lover defends dog’s right to roam, not be locked up.

Fear of kittens? AITA thinks it’s a bit ridiculous!
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Dog lover defends their furry friend’s right to be at home

Dog is family too! Kyra’s entitled mom causes family feud.

NTA. Dog owner prioritizes dog’s comfort over scared niece and nephew

Stand up for your dog and meet at a restaurant!
