Hi all, I need some advice on something that's not super serious, but is really weighing on me. I just need advice, not judgment please!
I am a 21 year old college student in my senior year. I am relatively busy and out of the house a good amount, and live in a 2 bedroom apartment with my roommate. I have always been in love with animals, and have wanted a dog for SO long. I was seriously considering getting one, except I realized that my lifestyle would probably not work for a dog and be super stressful for me.
I then decided to get a cat- and let me be clear, I was in NO way "settling" for a cat. I love them equally, I just never anticipated having a cat. It was a bit of an impulsive decision, except not really as I was always planning on getting a pet when I had my own place. I finally found a cat who I thought was perfect at a shelter near me, and she is! She's lovely and curious and very friendly. She's just not super cuddly lol, which is totally fine but that is definitely something I wanted! I've had her for just over a week as of now.
However, I'm having second thoughts, and I don't know why. I've fallen into a bit of a rut life-wise, but regardless of that I can't help but feel like I should have just waited to get a dog if I wanted something cuddly and that will want to be with me, y'know? I'm aware of how selfish this sounds, btw. I don't want to force her to be something she's not.
I also know that I have only had her for a week, and it's going to take some time to settle in with her and be comfortable with each other, but I just feel so guilty for thinking this. Should I return her to the shelter? I have until October 29th to decide, technically. I don't know what to do... maybe I'm just looking for reassurance or tips, even.
Another factor is that I have found someone rehoming a dog near me that is my absolute dream dog (a little tan maltipoo). She's small, and would be fine in the apartment, and I wouldn't be buying one from a breeder which is important to me. I can rearrange my schedule to be home more often... It's probably a really bad idea....?
I already feel awful about this, I would really appreciate kindness. Thanks, y'all.
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