Visually Impaired Woman Needs A Guide Dog, But Her Girlfriend Is Furious With Her For Applying
One Reddit user thought she was making a practical choice for her future, but her girlfriend saw it as a dealbreaker. The issue was simple on the surface, a guide dog could help as her vision worsened, but the relationship fallout was anything but simple.
She applied anyway, and that is when the argument really took off. Her girlfriend does not like dogs and does not want one in the home, while OP is trying to figure out how to handle a life-changing need without giving up her independence.
Reddit had plenty to say about that part, and most of it was not kind to the girlfriend. Read on.
OP is a young woman who is gradually losing her sight. She hopes a guide dog will make her life easier, but her girlfriend doesn't like dogs.
OP applied anyway, and now her girlfriend is angry. So now OP wants advice.
Initially, we doubted that this could be real.
That is where the story starts to get messy.
Transitioning to having a guide dog can be a significant change for both partners in the relationship. Setting up a plan that includes both partners' needs and expectations can help mitigate feelings of resentment or control. For example, they could outline how responsibilities will be shared once the guide dog is introduced, including training, walks, and care.
Moreover, engaging in shared activities that involve the guide dog may strengthen their bond. By making an effort to embrace this new aspect of their lives together, both partners can grow closer and support each other through the adaptation process.
People online couldn't believe this is real
The comments were not exactly subtle about whose side they were on.
People who don't want their partners to be more comfortable while battling their illness are simply ... unbelievable.
People shared their experiences:
This is what blind people say about guide dogs:
The girlfriend's reaction to the application for a guide dog may stem from a complex interplay of personal feelings and relational dynamics. The girlfriend's anger may indicate a need for more open dialogue about her fears and concerns regarding the guide dog, highlighting the importance of addressing relational anxieties before making significant decisions.
This echoes the girlfriend who got a dog as a surprise, even after knowing her partner fears dogs.
Reddit did not buy that explanation for a second.
Working dogs are calm and helpful. They will not chew the furniture or make a mess around the house.
"Get the dog, lose the girlfriend" - that's good advice. A guide dog is not a pet.
Redditors say - get the dog! Maybe the girlfriend has an ulterior motive - perhaps she wants to control OP.
To address the underlying tensions in this relationship, it's essential to foster open and empathetic communication.
A dog is more helpful than a cane.
Thankfully, OP decided to apply for a guide dog despite her girlfriend's unreasonable arguments. We're pleased she chose her own path rather than obediently following someone else's advice (or command, more likely).
The dog will change her life for the better, and not just in terms of mobility. We can't believe OP even considered her girlfriend's demands.
The girlfriend is a major A-hole here. The woman is currently one of Reddit's most despised individuals.
We simply can't believe how selfish, rude, and cruel she is.
In this scenario, the emotional landscape is as complex as it is critical.
For a similar “close companion” fight, see how the GF forbids the boyfriend from getting a dog, then plans it later.
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