Breakups can be messy, but sometimes the aftermath can be even messier! Two years after an amicable separation, a man was contacted by his ex-girlfriend, who desperately needed him to take care of her $1200 Labrador retriever. The dog, which she bought during the final stages of their relationship, was causing a problem with her new boyfriend’s pet-free apartment. Despite her pleas, the man refused to help, leading to a dramatic turn of events.
The Dog Enters the Picture
The Cats vs. The Dog
The Breakup
The Unexpected Request
The Reasoning Behind the ‘No’
The Desperate Plea
The Final Answer
The Shocking Aftermath
The Dog’s Fate
The Blame Game
Family’s Opinion
Ex’s Dog Drama: Whose Side Are You On?
In a whirlwind of emotions, the man’s refusal to take care of his ex’s $1200 Labrador retriever led to the dog being surrendered to a local APL and quickly adopted out. The ex-girlfriend blames him for the dog’s fate, but he insists he’s not responsible for her poor decision-making. With family members taking sides, the question remains: who’s really at fault here? Let’s dive into the internet’s top responses to this dramatic situation!
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NTA. Ex surrendered dog to shelter, doesn’t deserve it back.
Commenter makes a pun and gets called out on it
Ex blames OP for her choices, NTA. She’s lashing out
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Ex’s dog sent to pound after OP refuses uncompensated dog-sitting. NTA
NTA- Plenty of options before surrendering a pet. Hope it’s safe.
Dog owner’s poor planning led to pound, NTA.
NTA M. Refused ex’s guilt trip to take dog. Cats rule!
Ex’s irresponsible behavior and reliance on ex-boyfriend receives criticism.
A responsible pet owner is a blessing
Ex’s dog sent to pound after breakup. NTA for refusing.
Ex’s dog sent to pound, but NTA as she was unreasonable
Ex’s poor choices led to surrendering dog; commenter not responsible. ♂️
NTA! The dog is hopefully in a better place
Ex’s dog sent to pound, ex-girlfriend TA. NTA for refusing.
Ex’s dog sent to pound, commenter defends NTA judgement with reasoning.
Hilarious stories about OP’s cats being dicks
Congrats on escaping the nightmare ex and NTA!
Choosing not to help ex with dog, NTA.
NTA sets boundaries for stressful situation, suggests kennel, ex ignores.
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Dog’s fate in limbo, but ex’s cruelty not tolerated.
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Ex’s dog sent to pound after refusal to help. NTA
Commenter defends OP’s decision to send ex’s dog to pound.
Ex’s dog sent to pound after refusing kennel. Confusing situation.
Commenter sarcastically calls ex ‘nice person’ for sending dog to pound.
Ex’s dog sent to pound, commenter asks if she still has it
Ex tries to pawn off dog years later, gets rightfully called out
Demand for cat tax payment in wholesome comment section
Ex’s cheating, not your dog. Moving in > dog. NTA
Commenter asks for cat tax in lighthearted NTA section.
Responsible dog ownership means exploring all options before surrendering them.
Mind your own business, you’re good
NTA. Hope the dog found a better owner
Taking care of someone else’s pet can be a huge responsibility
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Commenter called out for ineffective privacy measures
Ex’s dog sent to pound, commenter shares similar experience with happy ending
Ex’s entitled request backfires, leaving innocent dog in pound
NTA commenter refuses to get involved in the drama.
Owner’s irresponsibility leads to dog’s loss. NTA.
NTA for sending dog to pound, ex should have found home
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Ex puts dic over dog, NTA sends pup to pound.
NTA suggests fostering options, criticized by family for sending dog to shelter.
Commenter doubts ex’s financial excuse for abandoning dog at pound.
Ex’s attempt to draw OP back into drama fails. NTA
Boundaries are important, even with exes. ♂️
Boarding a dog at a shelter for free? NTA for sure.
Plan for pets or they end up in pound. NTA
Ex’s dog sent to pound after cheating? NTA, not your problem.
Heartwarming NTA comment wishes the best for the dog
Commenter questions ex’s decision to send dog to pound. NTA.
Commenter supports OP’s decision to prioritize pet’s well-being.
Ex wants indefinite dogsitting, sends dog to pound. NTA wins.
Ex’s dog, ex’s problem. NTA takes no responsibility.
Dog lover calls ex out for sending their pet to pound.
Ex’s new BF won’t help, so NTA gets dog dumped
Don’t leave your pets with others ‘just for a little while’
Commenter calls ex an idiot, no one disagrees.
Dodged a bullet NTA, ex should have planned better.
