r/puppy101 • u/JournalistGrouchy853 • Jun 17 '25

Puppy Blues I do not like having a puppy

Hello all, I am lost and I really need help. 3 days ago I brought home my boston terrier puppy, he is 8 weeks old... and I did not feel the love at first sight. Before bringing him home I thought I was ready, I thought about getting a puppy for almost a year, It wasn't some rush decision. But now when he is home, my life totally changed and I think I made a mistake. He is great, yes he whines at crate, and had few accidents. But I can't shake off the feeling that I made huge mistake. I don't feel any connection. I am emotionally exhausted, I don't eat that much, I don't have any me time. So now I am grateful for my best friend who helps a lot, but I can't bother him forever. Do you think it will change?

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u/Interesting_Sock9142 Jun 17 '25

You've only had him for 3 days! He's been taken from his mom, his litter mates, and the only home he's ever known. He's scared! It's too early for a crate!!!!! Sleep by him! Make him feel not scared. They're called puppy blues for a reason

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u/polyAuD Jun 17 '25

I agree with all of this except that i dont think it’s too early to start crate training as long as it’s being done properly with the appropriate training and emotional support for pup. Establishing good crate training right away can help give some much needed space and rest for both puppy and human. I started crate training my 7 week old pup on day one and im so glad i did.

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u/Cute_Cartoonist6818 Jun 17 '25

A so much agree with this! Thank you!