A Dog, A Book, and An Anniversary: A Tale of Love and Destruction

What happens when a much-anticipated anniversary gift meets an overly enthusiastic canine? Drama, tears, and a whole lot of chewed-up pages! Our heroine, a 22-year-old book lover, was over the moon when her boyfriend gifted her a much-coveted book on their anniversary. But their joyous celebration took a turn for the worse when a visit to his parents’ house resulted in their dog turning her precious gift into a plaything. Let’s dive into this heart-wrenching tale of love, loss, and a dog with a taste for literature.

A Gift to Cherish

An Unexpected Call

A Bitter Surprise

A History of Destruction

A Heated Exchange

An Emotional Exit

A Mother’s Accusation ‍♀️

A Personal Struggle

A Heartfelt Apology

A New Solution

A Peaceful Resolution ✌️

A Tale of Love, Loss, and a Dog with a Taste for Literature

In a whirlwind of emotions, our book-loving heroine found herself at the center of a canine-induced catastrophe. Her anniversary gift, a cherished book, was reduced to a chew toy, leaving her heartbroken and angry. Despite the initial laughter and accusations of being dramatic, heartfelt conversations led to understanding and apologies. While the book was not replaced, our heroine found solace in the shared experiences of loss due to the destructive dog. The story ends with a peaceful resolution, a new plan to protect her belongings, and a newfound patience for her furry nemesis.

NTA but your boyfriend and his mother sure are.

Anyone who laughs at you crying isn’t worth your time. Your feelings obviously don’t matter to him. Who cares if the book was only $20? It meant a lot to you but he just doesn’t care.

NTA- Boyfriend’s an a**hole for laughing at destroyed book.

Is he really worth it?

Thoughtful present mistaken for a book leads to relationship troubles

“NTA, this is a pattern. What’s the real story? “

NTA. They don’t care about your feelings

NTA. Boyfriend laughed at OP’s feelings, advise mother to pay.

Deal breaker: Laughing in your face when you’re crying

Heartbreaking story of invalidation and loss, with no resolution.

Boyfriend’s parents’ dog destroyed book, boyfriend laughed. No apologies.

Melodrama over a destroyed book – ESH, but get over it

Is your bf’s reaction a dealbreaker?

Ignoring advice, gaslighting, and diminishing emotions. Wake up!

Owner’s dogs destroy item, they feel remorse and apologize profusely

ESH: You left the book near the destructive dog, but he’s immature.

Valid feelings about book, boyfriend, and dog; mom called dramatic

BF’s dysfunctional family and their poorly trained dog

Dump the jerk! Your bf is the a**hole, not you.

Book destroyed by dog on coffee table? Not a smart move

NTA. Boyfriend’s parents are a**holes. Leave him before it’s too late

ESH: Untrained dog, unsympathetic boyfriend, and a lesson not learned

NTA: Dog destroys stuff, girlfriend upset, everyone sucks a bit.

Dog destroys book, owner overreacts. Shouldn’t leave things out

Untrained dog destroys stuff, owners need to take accountability

Empathy and support can make a world of difference

A tale of love, destruction, and a**hole boyfriends.

Is it worth staying with someone who dismisses your feelings?

Time to go? Did he laugh at your misfortune?

Validating comment about dog destruction, lack of empathy from others.

NTA: Husband needs to understand the importance of your gift.

Demanding accountability from the boyfriend’s family. NTA

Run, girl! They don’t respect you or your property

OP’s emotional lede buried: No effort to replace gift

OP’s distress was invalidated, but they found support and coping strategies

Valid concerns dismissed as ‘dramatic’. NTA ‍♀️

When badly behaved animals are seen as cute…

Run, girl! Don’t tolerate invalidation and abusive behavior

“Boyfriend” laughs at destroyed book, training for financial abuse

A heartbreaking update on a toxic relationship.

Heartbreaking edit, OP. Don’t let others invalidate your feelings.

Gaslighting? NTA, but update makes situation worse.

Unpopular opinion, probably: YTA. But maybe there’s more to it…

Friend’s puppy destroys DVD, replaces it. Owner should apologize.

OP’s dog is a serial destroyer! Leave your stuff in the car

OP deserves better! Dogs can be trained.

Heartbroken by dog’s destruction, boyfriend and his mother dismissive. NTA.

NTA. Train the dog or don’t own one

Heartbreaking! A cherished book destroyed by a beloved pet

BF’s parents’ dog is destroying OP’s stuff. NTA for being upset.

Boyfriend laughs at book incident, commenter defends OP’s attachment

NTA. Train the dog! No excuse for continued misbehavior.

Crying over torn things, no apologies, bad behavior. Forever?

NTA. Mother should replace book destroyed by her dog

Boyfriend’s mom and boyfriend were insensitive, unsupportive, and hypocritical

You’re definitely NTA! Your boyfriend and his parents are awful

Mom’s insight defends boyfriend, but should’ve stopped listening.

NTA. Sounds like a tale of horrible people

ESH. Dramatic response, emotional. BF should have been nicer. ‍♀️

Not the a**hole

Reconsider the relationship . Your feelings are valid and important ❤️.

NTA for being upset about ruined gift, bf laughed.

Commenter feels boyfriend lacks empathy and emotional connection

NTA, but beware of the jerk who finds joy in your tears

NTA: Lack of empathy from BF and his mom. Rethink relationship.

Untrained dog destroys everything, no one takes it seriously

NTA, your bf’s laughter and invalidation is unacceptable.

Don’t leave things if you don’t live there! Also, a book as a car theft deterrent?

Don’t settle for a relationship where you’re treated poorly

Dog destroys stuff, no one cares about woman’s feelings. NTA

Curious about the dog’s book destruction and the humans’ reaction?

Train the dog better! NTA for pointing out the problem

Mom refuses to replace book after dog destroys it. Unfair blame.

Curious about dog discipline? Let’s discuss the consequences of destruction!

Dog destroys book, BF’s mom refuses to train. Who’s the A**hole?

Frustrated with a destructive dog and its oblivious owners

Frustrated commenter questions why dog’s destructive behavior is tolerated.

NTA: Love and destruction? They’re the real a**holes!

YTA. You knew the risk, but let the dog strike!