Buckle up, folks, because we’ve got a doozy of a story for you today! Imagine a modern-day Brady Bunch, complete with a loving couple, their adorable kids, and a furry family member named Auggie. Sounds picture-perfect, right? Well, hold on to your seats, because there’s a twist that’s about to turn this family’s world upside down! ️ Get ready for a tale of fear, drama, and some tough decisions that will leave you wondering… who’s really in the doghouse here?
A Modern Brady Bunch… With a Twist!
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Summer Visits and a Deep Fear
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The One Thing She Can’t Stand: Dogs! ♀️
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Witnessing a Tragedy That Stuck With Her
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Husband’s Reassurance: “It Won’t Be a Problem”
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Four Hours Later… All H**l Breaks Loose!
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Dog Hair Emergency!
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Obsessive Cleaning Frenzy
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️ “Dirty” Furniture and Screaming Fits
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Expensive Solution… But It Worked (For Now)
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Husband’s Ultimatum: Get Rid of the Dog!
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Auggie Is Family!
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♀️ Is It Fair to Get Rid of Auggie for a Part-Time Child?
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Accusations of Not Loving His Daughter and Playing Favorites ♀️
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Update: A Dire Situation Requiring an Immediate Solution
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️ Ex-Wife’s Household Falling Apart
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Staying with College Friends… But It’s Not Appropriate
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Financial Struggles and Tough Choices
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Finding a Dog-Friendly Place… Not Easy!
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⏰ No Time for Gradual Solutions
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Family Torn Apart by Dog-Phobia: Will Auggie Have to Go?
Well, well, well… it looks like this modern-day Brady Bunch has found themselves in quite the predicament! With a dog-phobic stepdaughter who can’t stand the sight of Auggie, the family’s beloved golden retriever, tensions are running high. ️ The poor girl is so terrified that she’s been relegated to an expensive Airbnb just to avoid the furry family member. But now, the husband is putting his foot down and demanding that Auggie be given the boot! The wife, however, is standing her ground, refusing to give up her precious pup for a part-time child. ♀️ The accusations are flying, with the husband’s family claiming she doesn’t love her stepdaughter and is playing favorites. But wait, there’s more! The situation has become even more dire, with the ex-wife’s household falling apart and the stepdaughter needing a new home ASAP. ️ The clock is ticking, and this family needs to find a solution fast. Will they be able to come to a compromise, or will Auggie be sent packing? Let’s see what the internet has to say about this ruff situation!
Keep the sweet pup. Therapy for kid. Living scared is miserable.

NTA prioritizes therapy for traumatized stepdaughter over dog ownership.

A comment suggesting inpatient treatment for emotionally unwell stepdaughter.

Stepmom criticized for insensitive language, suggests alternate solutions for dog.

Encourage evaluation for stepdaughter’s possible OCD behavior. NTA.

Pre-marriage agreements can prevent post-marriage conflicts.

Stepmom called out for dismissing stepdaughter as ‘part-time child’

Compromise needed to accommodate stepdaughter’s fear and dog’s presence

Stepmom accused of playing favorites with beloved dog over stepdaughter. YTA

Stepdaughter needs therapy, dog shouldn’t be given up. NTA.

Stepmom refuses to give up dog for phobic stepdaughter. YTA confirmed.

Compassionate solution suggested for stepdaughter’s phobia of dog.

Compromise suggested for stepmom’s dog vs stepdaughter dilemma.

Suggestion to board the dog or send to family/friends’ house.

Redditors call out OP for favoring stepdaughter in dog dispute

Stepmom prioritizes dog over stepdaughter’s wellbeing. YTA and dad.

Choosing the dog over a traumatized step-daughter? YTA.

Stepmom prioritizes beloved dog over phobic stepdaughter, commenter calls her out.

Choosing a dog over a person? Dad is the AH.

Golden Retrievers are the happiest and friendliest dogs out there
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Don’t punish the kids for the stepdaughter’s phobia. #NTA

Prioritizing dog over stepchild with PTSD is not okay
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Choosing a dog over a stepdaughter? YTA and need help.

Propose a solution and avoid using ‘part-time child’.

Don’t blame the dog for a traumatic event; work through fears

Stepdaughter needs therapy ASAP. Husband dismissed her trauma, hurting everyone.

Vegan commenter emphasizes on prioritizing family over pets. YTA.

Stepmom prioritizes dog over phobic stepdaughter. YTA

Stepdaughter’s fear of dog ignored, ESH except her.

Find a reasonable compromise or both be considered a**holes.

A thoughtful comment about religious beliefs and pet phobias.

Stepmom not at fault, stepdaughter needs therapy. Family therapy suggested.

Dog-loving stepmom not responsible for stepdaughter’s phobia. NTA

Dog is family, stepdaughter has to deal. Suggests dog-sitting options.

Relocate dog during visits, suggest therapy, consider divorce?

Stepmom values dog over traumatized stepdaughter? YTA, priorities straight

Protect your furry friend with microchip and preemptive measures

Stepmom prioritizes dog over stepdaughter’s valid fears

Stepmom’s allergy accommodations vs. Auggie’s doggy boarding options

Therapy may help stepdaughter overcome phobia, keeping dog is reasonable.

Suggests temporary dog relocation during stepdaughter’s visits.

Stepmom is not at fault, but SO disregarded stepdaughter’s fears

Keep the dog! Your family’s happiness is important.
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Dog-loving stepmom prioritizes safety of family over phobic stepdaughter ❤️

Advice for blended families dealing with difficult situations. NAH

Compassionate comment suggests therapy for fearful stepdaughter.

Choosing between stepdaughter and beloved dog leads to YTA comment.

The stepmom is NTA but the husband is the real AH.

Compassionate response to stepmom’s dilemma, suggests seeking professional help

Phobic stepdaughter needs therapy and a different visitation schedule. NTA.

Husband’s mistake causes dog vs stepdaughter drama. YTA vibes.

Stepmom not to blame for stepdaughter’s phobia, husband is clueless.

NTA! Stepmom shouldn’t have to give up beloved dog for phobic stepdaughter. Dog is a part of the family too!

Stepmom not at fault, stepdaughter needs therapy for dog phobia.

Stepdaughter needs therapy before being around beloved dog. NTA.

Suggests alternatives for stepdaughter’s dog phobia. NTA!

Stepdaughter needs therapy, not getting rid of the dog. Husband’s fault.
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Stepmom not an AH for not rehoming dog, compromise suggested

Stepmom called out for calling stepdaughter ‘part-time child’, conflict with dad over dog ownership.

Stepmom caught in a difficult situation between husband & stepdaughter

Stepmom and dad ignoring their kids while prioritizing stepdaughter’s phobia.

Supportive comment advises seeking counseling for stepdaughter’s phobia.

Auggie is family too, and it’s not your responsibility to resolve SD’s phobia.

Suggestion to get a hotel room instead of giving up dog

Choosing a dog over stepdaughter? It’s not looking good

Stepmom faces criticism for not prioritizing stepdaughter’s phobia

Creative solutions to save marriage and accommodate stepdaughter’s phobia.
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Husband TA for trying to re-home dog instead of helping daughter

Stand your ground and keep your beloved dog

Stepmom prioritizes dog over stepdaughter’s severe phobia. YTA.

A difficult situation where therapy could help resolve the conflict.

Suggests compromise for stepmom’s beloved dog and phobic stepdaughter.

Stepmom stands up for dog, suggests professional help for stepdaughter.

Deep understanding of phobia/OCD with compassionate advice for therapy.

Prioritizing pets over stepchild: NTA or ESH?

Sensitive situation with no good solution between cultural beliefs and pets.

No a******s here, but finding a local friend to watch the dog seems like the best compromise.

Stepmom stands up for herself and her pup!

Dog lover stepmom stands up to phobic stepdaughter. NTA.

Stepmom prioritizes dog over stepdaughter, judged YTA by comment.

Last Updated on March 22, 2024 by Diply Social Team