Hi everyone! I'm getting a Maltese puppy in the coming months and I'm equal parts excited and terrified 😅
A bit of context — I live alone in an apartment and work from home most of the time, with 2 office days a week. On those days I'm planning to come home during lunch breaks so she's never alone more than a few hours, at least for the first months. I'm also taking two weeks off to welcome her properly.
But honestly? I'm stressed and anxious about this 24/7. I want her so much but I keep panicking about making a mistake, losing my freedom, not being able to rest, and just completely crashing during the adjustment period.
For context it's my first dog ever and I'm a very routine oriented person who values my sleep and my calm lifestyle.
Would love to hear from Maltese owners especially:
What are the first weeks really like?
How did you handle puppy blues?
Potty training tips?
How long before you found your rhythm?
Did you ever regret it?
Thanks in advance
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