Love Me, Love My Dog

Write about a character whose flaw is that they are over-protective of their pet, to the point of isolating themselves from society.

Many people have strong bonds with their pets, but what happens when this crosses the line into the unhealthy? In Love Me, Love My Dog, we ask you to create a story revolving around a character who is so over-protective of their pet, that they end up isolating themselves from society. Explore the character’s motivations for their behavior, how this affects their relationships, and the eventual realization of their flaw. This prompt nuances insights into human-animal relationships, loneliness, and the struggle to find balance.