Imagine having a huge backyard with an orchard, treehouses, and bridges – a perfect paradise for kids to play in. That’s exactly what this couple inherited when they bought their first house. The previous owners, an elderly childless couple, were known for letting kids play in their backyard. So, when the new owners moved in, they agreed to continue the tradition. But things took a dramatic turn when they adopted two dogs, causing a conflict that led to a neighborhood uproar!
A Paradise for Kids

The Neighborhood Kids Arrive

Adopting Two Dogs

The Dogs and Kids Coexist

The Conflict Begins

A Petition to Get Rid of the Dogs

Kids No Longer Welcome

Neighborhood Pleas

The Debate Continues

The Great Backyard Debate: Who’s in the Wrong?
This couple thought they were doing a good deed by allowing the neighborhood kids to play in their backyard paradise, but when they adopted two dogs, things took a dramatic turn. A furious mother demanded they get rid of the dogs after her child came home covered in dog waste. The couple refused and banned all kids from the backyard, causing a neighborhood uproar. Now, the debate rages on: are they in the wrong for banning the kids, or is the angry mother to blame for ruining it for everyone?
NTA. Senior dogs deserve a beautiful retirement. Stick a sign on all the gates saying you can no longer let people come and go as they please due to liability risks. Also, laminate a copy of the petition with the signatures and post it at the gates so the people know who the real villain is.

Dog’s welfare comes first. A petition was signed to support.

Neighbors petition to use backyard paradise, NTA stands firm

Legal liability concerns raised over banning kids from backyard paradise.

NTA defends pets on their property, commenters applaud their restraint
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NTA defends decision to keep pets and ban kids from yard

NTA for banning kids from yard due to safety concerns with dogs.

NTA! Keep the unlicensed playground locked and never open it again. Huge potential lawsuit if a child gets hurt or bitten by a dog. Verbal or written warnings mean nothing in court.

Dog owners not the a**holes for banning kids from yard

Homeowner wants to ban kids from backyard paradise. NTA.

NTA vs AITA: A humorous exchange on neighborly etiquette.

Neighborly advice on legal responsibilities with a touch of humor

NTA commenter suggests publicly displaying petition signers’ names

NTA: Commenter defends dog ownership and questions validity of petition

Dog-loving commenter stands by homeowner’s decision to ban kids from backyard
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Dog lover stands their ground against entitled parent. NTA.

No kids allowed in paradise NTA wins
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NTA for banning kids due to liability issues. Not your circus.

Commenters unite in demanding photos of doggy ring bearer

Neighbor demands dog removal, NTA blocks all, where’s dog tax?
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Neighborhood kids take over backyard paradise, NTA sets boundaries

Petition signed by neighbors leads to backyard ban. NTA response.

Protect your property, don’t feel bad for setting boundaries

Respectful NTA homeowner enforces backyard boundaries.

Protecting their property and sanity. NTA for banning kids.

Protecting property and avoiding lawsuits over kids’ safety concerns ♀️

Maintain boundary, keep fence locked, and install cameras. Stay safe!

The aftermath of a decision, and the blame game begins.

Adults-only treehouses for ultimate backyard fun!

Dog owner seeks revenge on entitled neighbors. NTA

Protecting your paradise from entitled neighbors

Hilarious comment about framed petition to get rid of dogs
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User defends couple’s decision to keep backyard paradise clean

Neighbor complains about backyard paradise, commenter suggests solution
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Commenter defends couple’s decision to ban kids from backyard

Neighbor dispute resolved with a clear NTA verdict

Neighbor suggests a sign to explain the ban.

Protecting property and pets while finding a solution

NTA. It’s your yard. Relax after work

Commenter relieved after woman bans kids from their property
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Concerned commenter questions safety and liability of backyard playground

Commenter defends couple and criticizes entitled neighbor with sarcasm

Lock the gates and keep your dogs! NTA

Dog tax? This NTA comment has me intrigued

Setting boundaries with entitled parents in backyard paradise.

Be careful with your property and limit access to avoid lawsuits

NTA defends against entitled neighbor who ruined backyard paradise

Legal risks of backyard paradise discussed after NTA comment.

Commenter questions petition wording, sarcastically suggests alternatives

Neighborhood paradise turned into a nightmare. Treehouses must go.

Skeptical commenter calls out story’s believability, declares NTA.
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Protecting paradise – NTA suggests security cameras

Protecting your paradise and your pocket.

NTA for banning kids from backyard paradise. Liability concerns.

Generous couple shares backyard with senior dogs in need

Neighbor threatens to press charges, liability concerns, take down structures.

Protecting paradise from kids! NTA comment sets the tone.

Neighbours complain, couple bans kids from backyard paradise. NTA.

Entitled neighbors want kids to play in others’ yards? NTA wins

NTA. Mother’s entitlement and irresponsibility caused backyard banishment.

Commenter warns of liability issues for backyard play area.
