throwaway because I'm honestly really embarrassed about this.
I wanted a dog for a really long time. I grew up with dogs and I always loved them, and always considered myself a dog person. I waited until I was in my own house with my husband to even consider adopting, and then I found a really nice dog at a shelter that felt like a great match.
he was already 2 when we got him, potty trained, loose leash trained, friendly, just a really good dog. but he's a lot less independent than the dogs I've had. as in, he's almost impossible to leave alone for more than an hour and he barks and cries when we go into another room without him. he needs constant babysitting. its basically like having a kid.
I love my new dog a whole lot and enjoy having him around, and I don't want to get rid of him, but I certainly feel sort of "stuck" with him now. I really thought I was ready for this but I keep second guessing myself. But I also think if I gave him up again, I would hate myself. He really likes being with us and clearly has separation anxiety. I would feel awful making him go through the adoption process again. I just want him to be happy in the end.
I guess I'm just having a lot of anxiety and fear about this and I'm worried I made a mistake that I can't take back. I'm not sure what to do.
I'm sorry if this is selfish by the way, I struggle with anxiety and other mental illnesses so this is a little hard for me. Please try to be understanding. Sorry again.
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