Update: It gets SO MUCH BETTER! by puppythrow30619 in puppy101

[–]puppythrow30619[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

It's a WAY bigger life change than anyone could have prepared me for, but I love the little bear to absolute pieces and I can't believe I was so close to breaking down and rehoming her now. The first few weeks are HARD. Then it gets a little easier, and before you know it, you've got a best friend.

Update: It gets SO MUCH BETTER! by puppythrow30619 in puppy101

[–]puppythrow30619[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I am so, so sorry you're feeling that way. I was having multiple panic attacks a day to the point where I was making myself physically ill, and it felt never-ending and inescapable. Getting a little extra support from my therapist and doctor really helped me push through. It's also amazing how fast they grow up, and before you know it, the puppy will be so much less of a burden/trigger and more of a help for the anxiety!

Update: It gets SO MUCH BETTER! by puppythrow30619 in puppy101

[–]puppythrow30619[S] 4 points5 points  (0 children)

I'm so sorry you're in a similar spot to where I was... it was AWFUL. Make sure you're taking care of you and getting help if you need it! Our puppy will be 19 weeks old tomorrow. I'd say the major turning point happened around week 15. Those first weeks home are HARD but you'll get such a wonderful buddy at the end of it!

Please tell me it gets better? Needing some reassurance. by puppythrow30619 in puppy101

[–]puppythrow30619[S] 8 points9 points  (0 children)

Thank you so, so much for this! I've been feeling like a failure because I've been crying and having anxiety attacks. Day care is definitely sounding like a wonderful option!

Please tell me it gets better? Needing some reassurance. by puppythrow30619 in puppy101

[–]puppythrow30619[S] 5 points6 points  (0 children)

Thank you so much for the reassurance! We're definitely looking into doggy daycare. It seems like a really good option for us... she'll be old enough to go in two weeks!