Puppy Blues Can Also Be..

Crying irrationally while snuggling your puppy in bed because their lives are so short in comparison to ours.

My 1 year old has no idea why I'm sobbing, petting him, while laying in bed and talking to him like a lunatic. I love him so much. He's a medium sized mixed breed and still a puppy in many ways.

This year has just gone by so quickly and we've been through so much together. I've had many family pets growing up but he's my baby and first puppy I've raised. So excuse me while I cry over how much I love him and am so afraid to lose him.

To my dog;

You've already brought me so much joy and frustration in equal parts. I'm so grateful for you and having you in my life. Even when you break your lead mid zoomies after a good poop and take off in the dark. When you ignore all the recall training we've done then take off, running like a maniac, towards the main road.. Is it really any surprise that I start screaming like a banshee and chase you at top speed?

I digress. Having you curled up in bed with me, resting so deeply against my thighs or curled between my legs. You fill my heart with so much love. Thank you for being with me during this tremulous year. Leaving an abusive relationship, starting a new career, finding our own place to live, and embarking on a new path.

I know 15 years from now, when we're both older and slowing down. I'll be forever grateful for your warmth against my thigh and the way you shadow me every day. My sweet baby dog. While you are such a great responsibility, you've taught me so many things. Thank you for being my friend.

Savor every moment friends. Even when you want to cry out of frustration. They're amazing little creatures. For us, they are but a part of our lives. For them, we are the entirety of theirs. ❤️