Redditor Threatens To Steal Roommate's Cat Due To Concerns Of Neglect, Gets Thrown Out Of Their Shared Apartment
Cat lovers are a unique breed. Their devotion to their feline companions often knows no bounds.
These passionate individuals will go to great lengths to ensure their cats lead comfortable, healthy lives. However, as with any intense passion, there can be moments when the line between affection and interference blurs.
In the world of cat lovers, some individuals exhibit an overzealousness that occasionally spills into the realm of meddling in the affairs of others. The desire to ensure every cat receives optimal care can lead these individuals to offer unsolicited advice or even actively involve themselves in other cat owners' lives.
While well-intentioned, such actions can sometimes lead to conflicts and strained relationships. Now, let's delve into a real-life story that captures the essence of this dynamic.
Our narrator (OP) has been renting a room from her roommate for a few months. While their cohabitation has been relatively smooth, the focal point of OP's affection is her roommate's cat, Otto.
Despite the differences between the two, a growing concern gnaws at her heart as she observes the way her roommate takes care of Otto. What starts as mere observations quickly escalates into a predicament that tests the boundaries of their friendship.
The tipping point is reached when OP's roommate forgets to take Otto for his annual checkup. Rather than act concerned, OP accuses her roommate of being lackadaisical about the cat's health—thus pushing her to threaten to smuggle the cat out of the house.
At this point, OP's roommate moves her cat to her boyfriend's house for his safety. But the consequence is an ultimatum for OP to vacate the house as soon as possible.
Scroll down to find out the full details of the story.
Let's dig into the details

Some things that OP is concerned about

OP's roommate has asked her to move out after she suggested that she would smuggle the cat out

Here's how the Reddit community reacted to the story:
"YTA...Otto is her cat, she clearly knows him and his needs and capabilities."

"YTA, you think you know everything but you don't. Please never own an animal."

"Switching cats food around and giving them variety is suggested by cat care experts."

"YTA...Just get your own cat and stop judging her."

"Otto is your roommates cat. And you are being a creep."

"YTA. And frankly, you sound like a crazy person."

"Mind your own business and get a cat if you want to be a cat parent so bad."

"It's nice that you love the cat so much. But Otto isn't yours."

"Stop harassing her and making threats that are wildly not ok."

"You planned to steal your roommate's cat. I would kick you out, too."

"YTA...None of the issues that you list here are actually animal abuse."

OP is getting the heat from the Reddit community. They have branded her different names from "crazy" to "creep" for threatening to steal her roommate's cat.
The commenters have also hammered that none of her concerns can be termed "animal abuse." It's pretty clear that OP is overreacting about something that shouldn't concern her in any way.
Sadly, in no distant time, she'll be homeless. Maybe she can find a way to make amends before the ultimatum...or maybe not.
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