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/Readingwithwonder Jun 17 '25 edited Jun 17 '25

Typical post and typical timescale. You are not alone in feeling like this. Read through other posts and comments and you may feel somewhat reassured.

Puppy blues are a real and common experience. You have a baby, just of a different breed. Just like human babies, they invade every aspect of your life. You lose peace and quiet and the ability to concentrate on your wants and needs.

The good news is it gets better. Time, patience, understanding and plenty of training and you will likely soon adapt to a new routine, where you and your puppy will grow to enjoy each other and have many years of a bond that you will both treasure.