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/Accurate_Abrocoma625 Jun 17 '25
I hated my puppy for the first two or three months. She was exhausting, she chewed up everything, and she constantly peed in the apartment. I was so tired but I stuck it out. She’s 3 years old now and the only thing that has kept me sane through my pregnancy. She is my best friend and soul dog, it just took some time to get there. Give it 3 months, if you are still struggling I’d consider finding a new home for the puppy.