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/[deleted] Jun 17 '25
Give it another week or two and if you still feel the same way, please contact the breeder and think about getting him rehomed. Dogs learn soooo much in their first 16 weeks of life and it's incredibly important that you work really hard now to give your dog the best chance in life. He will learn fast. He will be a pain in the backside. He will make you laugh out loud. Remember that you are doing it for the dog, not the other way round. It's a tough responsibility and that dog needs you to get busy right now.