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To think I've got the most batshit neighbours?

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MrsGaryLightbody · 20/07/2019 10:25

I'm gobsmacked...

History of next door is one letter through my door a month or so ago to ask if I would trim my rose bush in back garden as it's grown 8.5 inches above the fence and they can now see it. It's a five foot fence. Confused but I did new ( me) neighbourly thing and trimmed it.

This morning there's a note through door again from them , letting me know that they are going to contact the RSPSA and dog warden ( is there such a thing) and report me . A list of complaints were then listed .
These include, letting puppy howl all night, leaving pup alone all day to howl. Letting pup wee against same place on fence , which apparently seeps through and is damaging their vegetables. They are fed up with me shouting at puppy. They don't like the name I've chosen. Confused
They then go on to say they apologise for not stopping to give me a lift ( rural bus service) but they saw I had pup in my bag and didn't want it in their car. But they will be writing a stern letter to the bus company to complain that people shouldn't be allowed on buses with dogs as it's a health hazard.

I'm not sure whether to reply by writing ... or just shout through the letter box that I don't have a ducking dog!! I never have and I don't have any pets. The neighbours either side of me and them have cats. They have cats.

Just what I need ! Should I ignore?

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Jetstream · 20/07/2019 13:14

Buy a ball thrower and ball (very cheap in a discount shop) then stand in your garden and throw the ball for your dog. Repeatly praise the dog by said name.

GiveMeAllTheGin8 · 20/07/2019 13:18

Hope your ok opShock

MissRabbitNeedsAHoliday · 20/07/2019 13:19

It’s a badger being steamed alive
😂😂

MonstranceClock · 20/07/2019 13:21

I think it's more likely that you're a werewolf but just haven't realised it yet.

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MrsGaryLightbody · 20/07/2019 13:22

Phew back .. sorry for delay Ive just had a little weep .. am ok now . It's the first time I've had to voice anything since abusive H left a few weeks ago.

I went round with note in hand and she answered, I politely gave her the note and asked if her or Mr Batshit had sent it to me .
She actually stood there for what seemed ages and read it very carefully... she then nodded and said yes . Have to admit I wasn't expecting that Confused so I started to tell her in the nicest way poss that I don't have any pets , never had dog in house etc etc .. also I've no idea why her fence side is wet as mine certainly isn't ( yes I checked) I also am very perturbed at her hearing me shout out to the dog .. a) I'm alone and B) there's no bloody dog ! She , the whole time I'm talking and trying not to get upset was nodding away as though she agreed... I then said it was ridiculous to say about a dogs name being offensive ( I know I know there's no dog) she then said "ahhh but it is .. you've called your dog Gerald and that's my husbands name , I insist you stop"

Ok at this point I may of let a few angry tears slip .. Blush so I said look I'm not arguing with you, you are More than welcome to call the RSPSA or even the fucking Queen for all I care . I have NOT got a dog. Please leave me alone. ( not my finest moment)
She then did say ok sorry.. but as I went to turn round to the gate she whispered I know you have .. and shut the door.

I may have to move !

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ny20005 · 20/07/2019 13:22

@MonstranceClock

Best comment yet 😂😂😂😂😂

madcatladyforever · 20/07/2019 13:24

They are insane, I suggest you continue peeing up against their fence.

Yellowweatherwarning · 20/07/2019 13:24

She obviously has some mh issues. Best ignored up. Maybe a call to local police? They prob know her!

WonkyDonk87 · 20/07/2019 13:25

Oh. I think perhaps she probably does have an SMI. 😕

Biancadelrioisback · 20/07/2019 13:25

Bloody hell. The whisper thing is like something out of a horror movie!

RavenLG · 20/07/2019 13:25

but as I went to turn round to the gate she whispered I know you have .. and shut the door
Grin I'm howling at this.

Can you talk to Gerald about it? (the husband not the secret dog) Maybe she has genuine mental health issues?

Hidingwhoiam · 20/07/2019 13:25

OP she sounds fucking insane.

Bets on her husband doesnt know about all this. She seems mentally ill. It's highly unlikely they are both hearing you shout gerald and have seen this imaginary dog

If they continue I would consider involving the police. She sounds like she is very mentally ill.

Fucking gerald. I bet poor gerald is struggling with this shit.

CaptainMyCaptain · 20/07/2019 13:25

I'm not surprised you are upset, they are clearly bonkers.

The only thing you can do now is wait for the RSPCA to come round to prove there is no dog. You could speed things up by calling the non-emergency Police number and see if they will come round and speak to the neighbour.

SinglePringle · 20/07/2019 13:26

Ooooh. She is clearly quite unwell. I mean this with no humour. Very unwell.

Herocomplex · 20/07/2019 13:26

Shit, definitely do not invite them into your house. I’m thinking there’s some long term stuff going on here? You need to go and speak to other neighbours and find some normal people to support you.

Purplecatshopaholic · 20/07/2019 13:26

MrsGary, I agree you may have to move, she is clearly in need of help and won’t let the dog issue go. Personally I would get one and call it Gerald....

Snoopdogsbitch · 20/07/2019 13:27

Jesus OP, they're seriously unhinged. Please don't get yourself upset. When you feel stronger perhaps ask the neighbour on the other side/ nearby to come in and see you don't have a dog and they could perhaps have a word as they presumably have known them longer. Flowers

Hidingwhoiam · 20/07/2019 13:27

Missed a big bit of my post. I would consider involving police as you may end up being harassed by someone mentally ill.

wowfudge · 20/07/2019 13:28

Oh heck - how weird. Did you take a photo of the letter? I wonder if it's worth talking to her husband as it does sound as though it's her.

DrFoxtrot · 20/07/2019 13:28

Shock I agree she is possibly mentally unwell and having a relapse or something. You may have to find the courage to speak to her husband somehow.

MarianaMoatedGrange · 20/07/2019 13:28

Awwww sorry youre upset OP Flowers

Still it does make it awkward that your phantom dog and batshit hubby have the same name Grin

NoParticularPattern · 20/07/2019 13:29

I mean I thought I was winning with the batshit neighbours who hide from me when they see me coming and then ring round my family “concerned” that they’ve not seen me in days... oh and she’s my SIL 🙈 but nope. You win. I mean I think there’s probably some MH thing going on, but still 100% batshit.

WonkyDonk87 · 20/07/2019 13:29

A call to social services would be more appropriate than police. If she's known to mental health services then they will update the relevant service.

SkydivingKittyCat · 20/07/2019 13:30

I think you need to speak to Gerald (the husband one, not the dog one) when Mrs Batshit isn't around. She sounds clinically batshit rather than harmless batshit

MmmBlowholes · 20/07/2019 13:30

I can understand why you got upset. I find it really hard to explain myself when I'm frustrated. She is obviously mentally ill and it's probably best not to interact with her unnecessarily.