If you enter a relationship with a narcissist and already have a pet, the situation can be even worse. Narcissists are jealous and controlling. They can’t stand that your pet might take attention away from them, and they will find ways to come between you and your animal. This can lead to emotional and physical abuse of your pet. They might demand that you get rid of the pet, claiming allergies or inventing problems with the animal’s behavior.
In extreme cases, I’ve heard of narcissists intentionally harming or even killing their partner’s pet. They might force you to surrender the pet to a shelter or, if you resist, make you feel like you have no other choice.
Jealousy and Control
Narcissists feel extreme jealousy when your pet shows you affection—licks, hugs, or simply being close to you. They want all your attention for themselves. They might stop you from spending time with your pet or even lock the animal outside, regardless of the weather, to punish both you and the pet. This kind of cruelty is shocking, but it happens more often than people realize.
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