We all know that breakups can be messy, but what happens when a furry friend is caught in the middle? In this story, a man finds himself in a love triangle involving his ex, his current girlfriend, and their shared dog. The situation takes a dramatic turn when his current girlfriend accuses him of still being in love with his ex because of the dog. Let’s dive into this emotional rollercoaster!
The Puppy Love Begins
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Man’s Not-So-Best Friend
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A Tough Decision
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Visits from Shadow
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No New Dog, No New Problems
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Enter the Current Girlfriend
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Shadow’s Happiness Matters ❤️
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Annoyed and Accused
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The Silent Treatment
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Love Triangle Takes a Furry Turn
In a whirlwind of emotions, a man is caught in a love triangle involving his ex, his current girlfriend, and their shared dog, Shadow. After explaining the history of Shadow and his decision to let his ex keep the dog, his current girlfriend becomes upset, accusing him of still being in love with his ex. Despite offering to get a new dog together, his girlfriend refuses to speak to him, claiming he’s taking his ex’s side. Let’s see what the internet thinks about this tangled web of love and loyalty… ️
Choosing the dog over ex causes gf to be upset

Prioritizing ex over dog raises mental health concerns for all

Dog lovers unite! NTA for choosing furry friend over ex.

Choosing ex over current gf for dog custody? NTA, current gf immature

Dog ownership and relationships advice from a wise commenter.

Choosing ex’s dog over current GF? NTA. New GF is insensitive

Supportive comment advises to find a better girlfriend

NTA, mature decision to prioritize basic human needs over high-maintenance pet . Current GF lacks compassion and understanding of canine behavior

Choosing a dog over an ex? NTA, but new GF disagrees
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NTA. Dog-sharing agreement with ex works out best for all
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Girlfriend is possessive, NTA for prioritizing dog’s well-being

NTA. GF may be insecure about ex, approach maturely

Choosing ex’s dog over current GF? NTA, but red flag

Choosing a dog thief over a loving partner? NTA here.

Choosing the dog over gf: NTA. Ex’s dog, ex’s choice.

Choosing ex over current GF for dog, NTA and mature.

Choosing ex’s dog over current GF. NTA. GF immature

Think twice before having kids or a dog with her

Choosing ex over current GF for dog = NTA, GF immature
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Setting healthy boundaries is key to a successful relationship

Supportive comment suggests breaking up with jealous girlfriend for mental health.

Choosing ex over dog: NTA, new GF out of line

Choosing the dog over the ex? NTA, you did the right thing

Choosing a pet over an ex – NTA wins!

Dog chooses ex over current GF, NTA for letting go.

Commitment to a dog > commitment to a girlfriend

Ex-girlfriend’s jealousy over dog visit reveals immaturity and manipulation. NTA.

New girlfriend is manipulating him and the dog.

Ex wants dog to stop visits, not for love. NTA.

Don’t tolerate silent treatment. Find someone mature.
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Choosing ex over GF for dog: NTA. Pet parents vs owners.

Divorced family shared custody of dogs, ex not wrong. New gf immature.

Choosing a dog over a toxic girlfriend ❤️

Choosing ex over current GF for dog, NTA. GF’s behavior concerning

NTA. Keep the visits, ditch the gf.

Choosing the dog over the girlfriend – NTA wins

No sides to take. Ex arrangement makes current GF insecure. NTA.

GF prioritizes jealousy over dog’s well-being. NTA for choosing ex.

Ex’s jealousy over a dog is a lady jedi mind trick

Current GF refuses to speak after choosing ex and dog

Ex’s joint custody of dog doesn’t mean love, girlfriend’s crazy

Prioritizing ex over dog: NTA, new GF should mind own business
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GF wants to take dog from ex? NTA for choosing ex

Dog custody drama sparks weirdness debate among commenters

User questions income source for dog, deems OP YTA.

Choosing ex over current GF for dog: NTA. Communication issue?

Red flags: jealousy and not speaking to you. NTA

Choosing the dog over ex is NTA and in Shadow’s best interest

Ex-girlfriend jealousy leads to NTA judgement.

GF needs to grow up. NTA for prioritizing dog’s best interest

Choosing ex’s dog over gf is NTA, entitled gf red flag

Choose the dog, not the ex or the jealous girlfriend

Dump the possessive girlfriend and find someone better

Ex-boyfriend visits commenter’s cats, it’s sweet and NTA

Ex vs GF over dog custody. Commenter defends ex’s rights.

Supportive comment, advising to leave insecure girlfriend.

Responsible pet parenting wins. NTA

Choosing ex over dog sparks insecurity in current gf. NTA.

Choosing ex over GF for dog: NTA, made best decision

Choosing the dog over the gf – NTA and red flags

User advises OP to ditch current GF for being a nut job

NTA, stay firm and enjoy your visits with the dog
