Redditor Leaves His Dog With His Future Father-In-Law, Finds Out He's Been Feeding It Swiss Cake Rolls

Some pet-sitting arrangements sound harmless until one small detail turns into a huge problem. In this Reddit story, a man thought he and his girlfriend had found the perfect setup, leaving their dogs with her parents whenever they went out of town.

That worked fine until he learned what his future father-in-law was feeding the dogs, and it was not dog food. Between the beagle, the Swiss Cake Rolls, and the awkward family dynamic, the whole thing got messy fast.

Now he is left wondering whether this is just a weird habit or a real dealbreaker. Read on.

OP asks:

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His girlfriend's dad is feeding his dog Swiss cake rolls

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OP thought he and his girlfriend were very lucky to have someone watch their dogs

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Chocolate and other human snacks can be dangerous for dogs, and this story makes that pretty obvious.

His girlfriend's dog is really fat. And OP found out the reason:

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So he asked if his dog gets the same treatment. He was shocked, and the words just came out:

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It is OP's decision to make

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That is where the whole thing stops being funny and starts sounding like a real problem.

This is true:

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Xylitol is extremely dangerous

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Redditor shared their experience:

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It also explains why people in the comments were so quick to react.

It’s like the family feud where our OP refused to let dad take their beloved dog, and the move turned into a full-blown AITA battle.

Xylitol is often found in cheaper brands

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Beggars can't be choosers

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Now OP has to find a suitable replacement. But it is going to cost

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At this point, nobody is pretending the pet-sitting arrangement is simple anymore.

This is true

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Chocolate is toxic, but the symptoms sometimes don't show because it depends on the size and weight of the dog

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And for the end: the most common Reddit response to the problem - breakup and divorce

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That is a lot of drama for one dog-sitting favor.

OP should have suspected something was off when he first saw his girlfriend's beagle. They're working dogs.

They're hounds. They're meant to be lean to cut through the undergrowth and move quickly.

But a lot of people think an appropriate weight for an animal is underweight and feed them more. An overweight dog, especially a small one, is most likely in pain and is going to develop issues earlier in their lives, like arthritis and diabetes.

So, instead of treating your dog, you are actually causing it pain.

And that is exactly why the comments kept circling back to the dog's weight.

In the case of the Redditor who left his dog with his future father-in-law, the situation highlights the importance of trusting the right person with pet care. The decision to leave a beloved pet in someone else's hands requires a thorough understanding of what that pet needs, from nutrition to companionship. Unfortunately, the father-in-law's choice to feed the dog Swiss Cake Rolls instead of appropriate dog food underscores a gap in knowledge that can lead to serious health issues for pets.

This incident serves as a cautionary tale about the necessity of ensuring that pet sitters are not only dependable but also educated about proper pet care. A well-informed caregiver can enhance the well-being of both the animal and its owner, fostering a stronger bond and preventing potential health crises that could arise from poor dietary choices.

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