We affectionately call them pups and puppies, woofers and boofers, pupperinos and cutie-booties. From big dogs to small dogs, yappy dogs to fluffy dogs, we cherish them all.

Though it’s common knowledge that dogs are man’s best friend, not everyone takes this to heart. Some people, particularly those romantically involved with dog owners, can feel intense jealousy toward these loyal companions.

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One Redditor shared a heart-wrenching story on the r/relationship_advice subreddit about his girlfriend’s drastic actions. While he was on a week-long business trip to Europe, she called to say his dog had escaped from their home.

After a frantic search and the dog’s eventual return, she admitted she had intentionally let the dog out, feeling it received more attention than she did.

I should be the focus of your life.

Swiftofeye

Rethink your relationship with this person.

Peanut2ur_Tostito

Do to her what she did to the poor dog.

hypnotisedbythelight

She definitely knows how stupid she sounds.

naskalit

Get her to come to the hotel and leave her there.

bluebloodmoon22

She took him to the wilderness and abandoned him.

MorgainofAvalon

Imagine what she can do if you had kids together.

silly-tomato-taken

This commenter would break up with someone over this issue.

Limp2myLoom

For many, a dog’s loyalty extends far beyond mere food and shelter. Anyone who has seen a dog’s joyous reaction to reuniting with its owner or meeting a fellow canine friend understands their deep bond.

The OP must have been heartbroken to discover his girlfriend’s jealousy led her to release his dog. This betrayal will likely impact their relationship significantly, if it continues at all. It’s a poignant reminder of the loyalty dogs offer and the extreme lengths some people might go to out of jealousy.