Redditor Ditches Brother On Thanksgiving After He Didn't Allow Them To Bring Their Dog Along
Dogs are pretty awesome, and we’re not just saying that because we are totally in love with them. There are facts to prove this.
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These canines are certified serotonin boosters, and the Center For Disease Control has reported that dog owners have less cholesterol, lower stress levels, and increased physical activity.
It also helps that these fluffy cuties are fabulous cuddle buddies and are incredibly adorable. One look at them, and you’d be smiling.
Like with all good things, however, there are downsides to owning a dog. For one, it means more money spent and another creature to be responsible for.
Some dogs, for example, may suffer from mental health issues owing to poor treatment in the past. Others may require much attention and time. As a dog owner, you must meet your dog’s needs.
We found a story on the AITA subreddit highlighting the downsides of owning a dog.
A Redditor shared that their brother, George, who lives in Oregon, frequently visited San Francisco, where the rest of the family lived.
He soon complained about it, however, and invited OP and their sister to visit him instead. They accepted the invitation and made plans to visit with OP’s dog in tow.
This soon fell through when OP’s brother revealed he wasn’t extending his invitation to their dog, as he was concerned that the dog had behavioral problems. This upset OP, leading them to decline the invitation altogether.
OP's brother got upset, and now the family thanksgiving has been completely ruined. Check out the full story below!
"I choose Robert"
George decided to host OP and their sister for Thanksgiving. But he wasn't expecting an extra visitor
George refused to let OP bring their dog along. So OP decided to stay back instead.
Here's how the Reddit community reacted to the story:
"If you aren’t comfortable leaving your dog, even with someone else, that is a perfectly valid reason."
"Some people don’t want dogs in their home...But I also think George is also an AH for not telling your sister he cancelled Thanksgiving"
"You were invited, your dog was not, so you declined. An invitation is not an order."
"You don't have to go if you don't want to leave your dog, and George has a right not to have animals in his home if he doesn't want them."
"What is up with people in the last 10 years expecting to be able to bring their dogs to other people’s homes?"
"Your brother has every right to decline having your dog in his home, and you have every right to not attend if you don’t want to leave your dog"
"You have valid reasons for wanting to take your dog, but in the end I think he hears that u love the dog more than him."
"You are invited, your dog is not. Having an animal inside a house is not something everyone wants to experience."
"You totally don’t have to go but I’m sure Robert would figure out how to be without you."
"NTA for declining the offer, but George isn't the AH either for not wanting a dog in his house."
"YTA. Leave your dog at home, when asked."
"I think he has a right to say no to dogs in his house."
"You aren’t entitled to bringing a dog to someone else’s house. Even if he had a dog, it doesn’t matter, it’s his house and he’s either comfortable or he isn’t."
The comments section is torn between multiple sides.
One side believes OP is NTA, as they have a right to refuse the invitation. Another believes neither OP nor their brother are wrong, as both parties can insist on their preferences.
However, some people aren't happy that OP's brother didn't tell their sister that Thanksgiving had been canceled.
What’s your verdict? Who is the A-hole in this situation? Let us know your thoughts in the comments below!