First few days with puppy feel like an emotional roller coaster

What it says on the tin… We got our pup 4 days ago (8 week old Chihuahua), I can’t expect my puppy or myself to get used to everything immediately. But I really thought I’d be shooting rainbows out my butt with how excited I was. I’ve always wanted a dog, it’s been one of my dreams since I was a child, and I’m grateful it’s all happening.

I’m excited and happy, but I also have these periods of deep overwhelm and melancholy. My boyfriend (who has been so supportive and awesome) tried to put the little guy down for his nap, he was being a bit fussy, and I just immediately started sobbing.

How did you guys get over the puppy blues hurdle? I’m doing all the general mental health maintenance things; remembering to eat, shower, get adequate rest (this has been the tough bit). I feel so guilty because this little creature is already so attached to me and I feel like a monster for needing my space.