When it comes to divorce, the focus often lands on the kids. But in the case of Jennifer Aniston and Justin Theroux, the spotlight is shining on their beloved furry family members. According to In Touch, the couple has reached an agreement about the custody of their four-legged "children." Between the two, they own four dogs: Dolly, a white shepherd mix; Clyde, a terrier; and Sophie, a pit bull mix, who reside in LA with Jennifer. Meanwhile, Justin keeps another pit bull in NYC.
As one source revealed, “Jen and Justin have always referred to their dogs as their children, and it seems like Jennifer will keep the LA dogs with her while Justin retains the pit bull in NYC. Believe it or not, this was the biggest sticking point during their split.” Can you imagine? Even in a separation, these pups are at the center of it all.
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But here's the thing: Justin won't be saying goodbye forever. A close friend of the couple shared, “They’ve come to an arrangement that allows for visitation.” This means these former spouses are going to stay connected through their shared love for their pups. Interestingly, Life & Style broke the news of their separation with a cover story that hit newsstands on Feb. 14—just one day before Jen and Justin made the split official in a joint statement.
Here's the message they shared: “Normally, we would handle this privately, but given the gossip industry's eagerness to speculate and fabricate stories, we decided to share the truth directly. Above all, we remain committed to maintaining the deep respect and love we have for each other.” It’s clear they're keeping things civil, even in the face of separation.
How Did Things Go So Wrong?
Just four days after Jennifer’s birthday on Feb. 11, the couple announced their separation to the world. An insider shared that Jennifer had noticed signs of trouble brewing for a while. “They were apart for a solid month leading up to her birthday, and there was practically no communication between them,” the source explained. “When they did finally talk, she felt like he had already mentally checked out of the relationship.” Although Justin did make an appearance around her birthday, it felt more like an obligation. “He seemed to just be going through the motions. Honestly, the marriage is all but over.”
What’s Next for Jen and Justin?
While the couple may have called it quits on their marriage, their bond as co-parents of their furry kids remains strong. This story is a reminder that even in the most challenging moments, love and respect can still shine through. Whether it’s through visitation schedules or shared memories, it seems like these two are determined to keep things amicable—for the sake of their four-legged family members and themselves.
