Woman Snaps At Old Man In Park Who Won’t Stop Throwing Her Dog Treats Despite Being Told Multiple Times
Trips to the dog park are usually simple. You show up, let your dog run around, make small talk with other owners, and head home tired but happy.
For one 28-year-old dog mom, those routine outings came with a rule she never took lightly. Her dog Milo is healthy overall, but her vet warned her that too many treats could trigger pancreatitis, a painful condition tied to fat intake.
Since then, she’s been careful about what Milo eats and brings only approved food and treats from home.
Now, at the park she frequently goes to, there’s an older man who regularly shows up with pockets full of dog treats and hands them out freely.
For other dog parents, it seemed harmless, even friendly. But after noticing him tossing treats directly to Milo, she stepped in and politely explained that feeding her pup treats could cause stomach issues.
His response caught her off guard. Instead of apologizing or backing off, he brushed her off, rolled his eyes, and tossed a treat anyway.
Milo, doing what dogs do, ran over and ate it. That’s when the man shifted the blame, saying the dog was begging. He even suggested that she should train him better.
At that moment, she raised her voice and warned him sternly to stop feeding her dog. Nearby park goers noticed, and the attention made the moment feel heavier afterward.
Her plan was to simply protect her dog’s health, but now it had turned into a public confrontation she didn’t plan on having.
Tho the situation has been settled, she’s been left wondering if she overreacted or handled things appropriately.
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Let’s dig into the details
A bit of backstory
OP politely asked the man not to feed her dog treats since it upsets his stomach. However, the man brushed her off
OP was forced to raise her voice at him, which attracted the attention of others at the park
We gathered some interesting reactions from the Reddit community
“NTA. If you see him again, just be blunt. Shout: ‘He's on a medical diet, your food could kill him.’…”
“I'd be mad too if someone was putting my dog's health at risk and acting all smug about it.”
“NTA - this old guy may have good intentions…but he should ALWAYS ask if it's okay to give another's dog a treat.”
“Tell him you will sue him if your dog gets sick and needs a vet.”
“Absolutely NTA and I'd not be taking my dog back there if he's present.”
“Just like kids, you have to ask parents before you give kids candy, you have to ask the dog's parent if you can give a treat.”
“He shouldn't be giving your dog treats without your permission, but only you are responsible for your dog's health and safety.”
“Pancreatitis is often deadly. And it's extremely painful even if it doesn't turn deadly.”
This situation highlights how quickly small boundaries can turn into big conflicts when they’re dismissed.
On one side is a pet owner trying to follow medical advice and protect her dog’s health. On the other is someone who assumed good intentions outweighed consent.
Public settings add pressure, especially when emotions rise, and eyes are watching. In all, the majority of Redditors backed her decision to tell the man off.
What’s your take on how this played out? Share your thoughts in the comments.
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