anyways I got a puppy

[charlavail]

I've been in my apartment not going for walks or doing anything. I already have a cat but I needed something to get me out of the house because my depression is so bad so I thought a dog would help. She's adorable, today was the first time I went for a walk on my block without having a panic attack because I was focused on the dog.

But all day today I thought "fuck, somehow I'm still not happy. I still want to die."

so we'll see.

 

[CC123]

She's adorable, today was the first time I went for a walk on my block without having a panic attack because I was focused on the dog.

How wonderful. Thanks for sharing.

 

[ForeverUnknown]

This is lowkey such a good idea

 

[LonelyPrince]

That's amazing and pretty smart. Animals are healing to the soul. Take good care of her and give her plenty of pets for me please.

 

[charlavail]

This is lowkey such a good idea

eh idk, i'm hoping it is and it's not too overwhelming or that I still feel suicidal even though I have all this extra stimulation and "happiness"

 

[silent wraith]

Hello ! A puppy is such an amazing little thing to have , it might not help you with how you feel but dogs are our friends and I believe the puppy will love you as long as you give it the care it needs. I hope that having this new little friend will give you at least a small reason to smile \⁠(⁠๑⁠╹⁠◡⁠╹⁠๑⁠)⁠ﾉ⁠♬
I totally understand the feeling that nothing can make you happy for too long , have a nice day and good luck with the puppy.

 

[deny_conformity]

I've been in my apartment not going for walks or doing anything. I already have a cat but I needed something to get me out of the house because my depression is so bad so I thought a dog would help. She's adorable, today was the first time I went for a walk on my block without having a panic attack because I was focused on the dog.

But all day today I thought "fuck, somehow I'm still not happy. I still want to die."

so we'll see.

I don't think an animal is magically going to fix you but now you need to concerned "the puppy will miss me if I'm no longer around". Cats won't do that, they'll miss the food and probably eat your face.

I say this as someone who loves all animals.

The puppy will be good because walking it twice (or more) a day will work some exercise into your daily routine which can help slightly with depression. I know if I don't go out walking a couple of times a day then my mood goes south very quickly.

 

[charlavail]

I don't think an animal is magically going to fix you but now you need to concerned "the puppy will miss me if I'm no longer around". Cats won't do that, they'll miss the food and probably eat your face.

I say this as someone who loves all animals.

The puppy will be good because walking it twice (or more) a day will work some exercise into your daily routine which can help slightly with depression. I know if I don't go out walking a couple of times a day then my mood goes south very quickly.

yeah i think today is the most i've gone outside for months now so i'm hoping the daily routine and forcing me to leave my house and face anxious memories in the neighborhood (slowly. still kinda wanna die)

 

[deny_conformity]

yeah i think today is the most i've gone outside for months now so i'm hoping the daily routine and forcing me to leave my house and face anxious memories in the neighborhood (slowly. still kinda wanna die)

it gets easier every day, just focus on the doggo and make sure they are having a good walk