Her Boyfriend Expects Her To Rehome Her Senior Dog In Order To Be With Him
For five years, this 26-year-old woman has been dating her 33-year-old boyfriend, and overall, things have been pretty excellent.
She says their values are essentially the same. They’re passionate about animal welfare and sustainability, and their goals also align for the future.
But, they have finally encountered their first major issue in their relationship, and it’s Lily, her elderly dog.
Lily is her whole world, and Lily has been by her side through some of the toughest moments of her life so far.
“Lily isn’t just any pet; she’s been my faithful companion for five years, offering unconditional love and companionship,” she explained.
“As Lily has aged, her needs have naturally evolved, requiring more care and attention. Despite her advancing years, my boyfriend has expressed discomfort around Lily.”
“His hesitation seems to stem from various factors, such as not being accustomed to living with pets, his OCD, concerns about cleanliness, and worries about potential damage to furniture and belongings. Lily can sometimes scratch on the sofa and the chairs.”
She’s tried to make her boyfriend feel better by staying at his apartment more since Lily obviously isn’t there.
As things between her and her boyfriend have become more serious, they have been talking a lot more about what their life together will be like.
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Along with this, they’ve brought up moving in with one another or moving into a place that’s new to both of them.
“However, my boyfriend recently shared his concerns about Lily’s place in our shared future,” she said.
“He expressed doubt about his ability to adjust to living with a dog and raised practical concerns about accommodating Lily’s needs in our living space. Despite my efforts to reassure him and emphasize the importance of Lily’s well-being to me, my boyfriend remains hesitant. He feels torn between his love for me and his discomfort with the idea of living with a dog.”
“Now, I find myself caught between my deep affection for Lily, who has been a constant source of comfort and joy, and my desire to nurture and preserve my relationship with my boyfriend. I’m uncertain how to navigate this complex situation and would appreciate any advice or suggestions on how to find a resolution that respects both my commitment to Lily and my relationship.”
Her boyfriend has actually asked her to rehome Lily so they can continue to date. She’s left wondering if this is a reasonable request or if she should dump her boyfriend and pick Lily instead.
What do you think?
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