Miss Manners: They wore white gowns to my wedding, and people were talking
Briefly

The article presents two etiquette dilemmas. The first concerns a bride facing overshadowing by her mother-in-law and sister-in-law who wore white at her wedding, a move that elicited negative guest reactions. The second revolves around a man's anxiety about his girlfriend bringing her dogs on a sentimental trip he planned, which clashes with his elderly dog’s needs. Each scenario represents the importance of communication and respect in maintaining healthy relationships.
A mean-spirited prank gone wrong? Regardless, it does not bode well for your future relationship with them.
It is not an unreasonable presumption that since you were bringing your dog, your girlfriend thought dogs were welcome.
Pet owners, like parents, do not take kindly to being told that their dependents are undesirable.
If you want to get more serious with her, you and your dog will have to learn to tolerate hers.
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