Redditor Rehomes Late Father-In-Law's Dog And Provokes A Family Dispute

"Look, I get that grief fucks with your head but this is nuts."

Damjan

• Published in Interesting
• March 22, 2023

Losing a loved one can be one of the most difficult experiences a person can face. When we lose someone close to us, we often cling to the things that remind us of them, whether it be a cherished heirloom or a beloved pet.

However, it's important to remember that our personal attachment to these things doesn't always mean we are capable of providing the best care for them. This was the dilemma faced by OP, who inherited her late FIL's dog.

Despite her love for her FIL, OP knew that she and her husband were not equipped to provide proper care for the dog. The dog was poorly trained, destructive, and posed a danger to those around it. Rather than let the dog suffer, OP made the difficult decision to rehome it.

OP's father-in-law passed away and left behind a poorly-behaved dog. OP's brother-in-law (BIL) tried to pressure OP and her husband into taking the dog, but they refused due to their small living space and long work hours.

BIL took the dog but neglected to train it or rehome it. OP found a rehab center 1000 miles away willing to take the dog and followed their guidelines to ensure the dog's well-being.

BIL was angry when he found out and accused OP of lying about the dog's whereabouts. Despite their efforts to improve the dog's situation, OP's husband's family believes they should have consulted with BIL before rehoming the dog and wants them to bring the dog back to "make things right."

Read the full story below:

OP asks:

Her FIL died, leaving a dog

The dog is poorly trained

OP found a place for the dog

Her BIL was so very angry

OP understands that grief makes you do strange things, but...

OP has offered the following explanation for why they think they might be the a-hole:

This Redditor was harsh on the husband

OP replied

This is a good point

All day, every day.

It is a blessing in disguise

This is good logic :

Clothes are a different thing.

The bottom line is:

While this decision was made with the dog's best interests in mind, it was met with anger and resentment from family members who felt that OP had overstepped her bounds. They argued that it was not her place to rehome the dog, and that it should have been left with someone in the family.

However, the reality is that when it comes to caring for a pet, their well-being should always come first. If a person is unable to provide the necessary care, it's important to find someone who can.

This is especially true when the animal's previous owner has passed away and cannot provide guidance or care. In the end, OP made a difficult but responsible decision by rehoming the dog.

While it may have caused tension with family members, she can rest easy knowing that she did what was best for the dog. It's a reminder that while we may hold onto things as a way to remember our loved ones, we must always prioritize the well-being of those in our care, whether they be human or animal.

Damjan