A woman turned to social media for advice after adopting her neighbor’s dog, sparking both praise and controversy. The neighbors, known for allowing the dog to roam the streets unsupervised, accused her of theft, but she insists she acted in the animal’s best interest.
The woman explained on Reddit that her neighbors often left the dog outside while they were at work, calling it back only at night. The animal, which had been hit by a car in the past and permanently injured, frequently wandered the streets, confusing passersby as to whether it was a stray.
“They’re generally bad neighbors, always blocking my driveway and being rude,” she shared. “When the dog went missing, they accused me of stealing it, which I found offensive since I had no idea where it was.”
Two weeks later, she discovered the dog at a shelter. According to her, a road crew had called animal control after finding the dog without a tag or chip. Despite social media posts from the shelter, no one claimed the dog. The woman decided to adopt it, believing she could provide a safer, happier home.
While she admitted part of the decision was fueled by pettiness toward her neighbors, she also felt the dog deserved better care. “We went through the proper process and legally adopted him,” she explained.
Her neighbors, however, were infuriated and accused her of stealing the dog, even involving the police. Ultimately, the woman was able to prove the dog had been abandoned, securing her legal ownership. “They backpedaled to avoid fines but have been even ruder since. Their behavior just confirms I’m living rent-free in their heads,” she joked.
Social media users largely sided with the woman. One commented, “You’re within your rights, but be prepared for the neighbors to escalate things. People like that never take responsibility for their actions.” Another added, “You gave the dog a better life, and that’s what matters.”
While the debate over who was in the wrong continues, many agree the real winner in the situation is the dog, now living in a safer, more loving home.
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