Partner refuses to let my dog out during staycation

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When one Reddit user's partner stayed home for a 3-day staycation, they expected their partner to help take care of their dog. However, the partner refused, stating that it wasn't their problem. The dog owner has tried to keep their pup occupied during the day while they're at work, but they thought that since their partner was home, they would be willing to let the dog out for a quick pee break. The partner refused, claiming that it would spoil the dog. Reddit users have weighed in on the situation, with some calling the partner selfish and others suggesting that the couple may have underlying relationship issues. Read on to find out what Reddit users had to say about this contentious issue.

Heartless partner neglects dog during staycation 🐾

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Partner refuses to let dog out during staycation 🐶

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Partner refuses to help with dog during staycation 💶

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Pampered pooch left to fend for himself on staycation 😔

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Partner won't allow dog walker due to fear of theft 🐾

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Partner won't let dog pee during staycation 🐶💦

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Partner won't let dog out on staycation 😡🐶

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Partner refuses to let dog pee on staycation: priorities misaligned.

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Partner won't let dog out during staycation. Frustrating and unfair.

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Petty partner refuses to let dog pee during staycation 🐶

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Pup comes first, always 🐾❤️

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Dog owner considers rehoming pet after partner neglects care 💔

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Struggling relationship leads to Tinder thoughts during staycation.

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Exploring the joys and challenges of asexuality in relationships 👨🏻‍👩🏻

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Comment section overfloweth, OP overwhelmed. 🤯

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Relationship ending over dog care during staycation 😢

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Partner on staycation refuses to let my dog out 🐶

A woman's partner, Tommy, was on staycation and refused to let her dog out to pee during the day, despite being home all day. The woman takes care of her dog, Spud, but was hoping Tommy would be nice enough to let him out for a couple of minutes to pee. However, Tommy refused, saying he didn't want to 'spoil' the dog. The woman is now rethinking her relationship with Tommy over this and other issues. Read on for comments and reactions.

Choosing between dogs? NTA comment receives love and advice ❤️🐶

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Dog-loving Redditors unite against 'Tommy' the bad team mate 🐶👊

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Partner's unwillingness to let dog out sparks outrage among commenters 🐶

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Partner refuses to let dog out during staycation, breakup-worthy behavior.

Straight-Singer-2912 | Straight-Singer-2912

Dog over dude! 🐶😂 NTA wins with LMFAO reaction.

duckalono | duckalono

Tommy's not a keeper 🐶❌: NTA

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Partner neglects dog during staycation, commenters agree he's TA.

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Partner refuses to let dog out during staycation. Commenter's boyfriend criticized.

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Partner refuses to let dog out during staycation. Commenter says partner is not a roommate but a partner and should help out. Reply calls partner an a**hole.

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Dog lover, but not a bathroom lover. Is it doomed? 🤷🏻‍♂️

fun_crow | fun_crow

Relationships are about mutual support and care 🤝

ForsythiaBee | ForsythiaBee

Partner refuses to let dog out during staycation - commenters suggest it's not a big ask for a better dog life 🐶

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Dumping your partner for neglecting your dog? 🐶💔

dianaprince2022 | dianaprince2022

Commenter finds validation in dysfunctional relationship stories on forum.

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Dog-loving Redditor gets support after partner's pettiness 🐶❤️

nylasachi | nylasachi

Heartless partner refuses to let dog out, gets called out.

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Partner's lack of care for dog raises trust concerns 😕🐶

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Commenter suggests petty revenge on lazy partner with humor 😂

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Dump him! 🐕👋

jackieperry1776 | jackieperry1776

Overwhelming support for rehoming dog and leaving selfish ex 🐶👋

Yay_Chocolate | Yay_Chocolate

Commenter calls out OP for leaving dog alone for 9 hours 🐶

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Dog owner and commenter both agree: ESH for neglectful behavior 🐶💦

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Dog owner and partner share blame for neglecting pet. 🐶

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Dog lover stands up for furry friend and confronts partner 🐶

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Leaving a dog alone for 9 hours is unhealthy, break up!

TynnyferWithTwoYs | TynnyferWithTwoYs

Neglecting your pet's needs, YTA 🐕💩

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Dump the jerk if he doesn't get his act together 💔🐶

AuraCrash78 | AuraCrash78

Leaving a dog alone for 9 hours a day is not okay 🐕

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Commenter makes a funny joke about NSA, gets laugh.

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Partner's mistreatment of dog raises red flags 🚩

GonnaBeOverIt | GonnaBeOverIt

Dog's welfare comes first! Judgment: NTA. Tommy is AH 😠

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Partner won't let dog out, commenter defends against future parenting

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Tommy the lazy dog sparks debate among commenters 🐶💤

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Partner won't let dog out on staycation - NTA

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Love me, love my dog 🐶💕

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Meet Spud, the sentient potato 🥔🐶

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Partner's selfishness extends to not helping with dog, causing arguments 🐶🙄

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Commenter questions attractiveness of inconsiderate boyfriend 🤔

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Partner neglects dog despite snuggling, won't go to counseling. 🐾

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Partner wants a dog but won't let it out to pee 🐶💩

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Commenter suggests rehoming dog after partner's refusal to help.

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Heartless partner refuses to let dog out during staycation. 💔

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Get ready for cuteness overload 🐶🥰 Consider a potato-themed pal for Spud?

Millie1419 | Millie1419

Partner won't let dog out? NTA, but is he lazy? 🤔

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Former dog walker suggests hiring one and jokes about snooping 😋

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Dog owner seeks advice on staycation, suggests trading up boyfriend. 💩🐶

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Sharing responsibilities in a relationship includes taking care of pets 🐾

Buddy-Bear91 | Buddy-Bear91

Choosing the dog over the partner? 🐶❤️ NTA wins!

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