Allergic Girl Shocked By Her Roommate Adopting Rabbit Without Consulting And By Other Roommates Taking Her Side

"My roommate confronts me tonight and says that the rabbit is staying no matter what"

Damjan

• Published in Interesting
• September 13, 2023

Living with roommates can sometimes be a bit tricky. It's like trying to figure out how to get along with different people who have their habits and ways of doing things.

Sometimes, it can be a lot of fun, like hanging out with friends. But other times, it can be a bit challenging, and you might run into problems or arguments.

OP is in a frustrating situation with her roommate. Last year, OP and her roommate were considering getting a small animal for their apartment. However, due to OP's allergies to small mammals and the hay they live in, they decided against it.

Recently, OP's roommate adopted a rabbit without consulting the other roommates. This decision has left OP feeling annoyed and uncomfortable due to her allergies.

To address the situation, OP sent her roommate a text outlining a few rules, including keeping the rabbit in her room, weekly vacuuming, and the possibility of the rabbit needing to go if OP experiences a severe allergic reaction.

OP believed these rules were fair, considering her allergies and the fact that she had to inform their subletter about the new pet.

However, the roommate confronted OP and stated that the rabbit would stay, regardless of the rules. Other roommates sided with the roommate, claiming that OP's requests were unreasonable, as they were unaware of OP's allergies.

OP is now feeling trapped in her own home and wonders if she has the right to break or terminate their lease, even though they have signed on for another year.

OP and her roommate had been talking about getting a small pet for their apartment. OP preferred a bird due to her allergies to small mammals, and her roommate was well aware of OP's allergies and health condition.

OP's roommate adopted a rabbit without prior notice. This led OP to establish some rules regarding the rabbit's presence in their shared living space.

All roommates believe OP's requests are unreasonable, and OP feels the need to explain her allergies

The OP is feeling frustrated because their roommate has chosen to keep a rabbit in the living space they share

OP is wondering whether she are in the wrong and is planning to discuss the matter with her roommates

It's wrong to bring a pet into a shared living situation without obtaining agreement from all the roommates involved.

The only solution for OP is either the rabbit go, or to seeks a resolution that involves her being removed from their lease.

OP with the medical condition is not at fault for not wanting a small mammal around due to health concerns

The OP could consider obtaining an air filter for the room and using a door draft stopper

OP is not being unreasonable for considering breaking their lease

OP needs to talk to her landlord about her health issues

It's concerning that OP's roommate is trying to declare their pet an emotional support animal to gain certain legal rights with landlords.

OP's demands are not unreasonable at all. She has legitimate concerns about her health and well-being due to severe allergies, and these concerns should be respected by her roommate and other housemates.

It's disappointing that her roommate made such a significant decision without considering the consequences it would have on OP's life within their shared. OP should explore her options, including discussing the situation with her realtor and considering whether breaking or terminating the lease is the best course of action for her well-being.

Living in a place where she feels trapped and constantly worried about their health is not a sustainable situation, and she has every right to seek a more suitable living arrangement.

Damjan