{"id":11263,"date":"2022-08-11T09:13:04","date_gmt":"2022-08-11T08:13:04","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/petpedia.co\/blog\/?p=11263"},"modified":"2023-02-10T16:14:10","modified_gmt":"2023-02-10T16:14:10","slug":"what-are-puppy-blues","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/petpedia.co\/blog\/what-are-puppy-blues\/","title":{"rendered":"What Are Puppy Blues and How to Overcome Them"},"content":{"rendered":"

Welcoming a furry friend to your home is an exciting moment. But for some pet owners, especially first-time dog parents, the initial stages are anything but joyful.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

It\u2019s not uncommon to feel <\/span>overwhelmed<\/span> and even a little down as commitments around your four-legged companion increase\u2014a phenomenon known as puppy blues.<\/span><\/p>\n

What are puppy blues<\/span> exactly, when do they go away and what can you do to overcome them?<\/span><\/p>\n

Keep on reading for the answers.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

What Are Puppy Blues<\/span>?<\/span><\/h2>\n

The term puppy blues refers to a <\/span>range of negative emotions<\/b> that can come with being a new pet parent.<\/b> These feelings may range from mild disappointment to serious distress, or anything in between.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

As the euphoria around your new four-legged friend subsides and your new puppy continues to take up much of your time and energy you might even start <\/span>feeling guilty about getting a new dog <\/span>and think about rehoming your pup or returning him to the breeder.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Not to worry! Puppy blues, or post-puppy depression is <\/span>completely<\/b> normal and only temporary<\/b>.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

How Long Do Puppy Blues Last<\/span>?<\/span><\/h2>\n

So, <\/span>when do puppies get easier<\/span>?<\/span><\/p>\n

Truth is, it\u2019s difficult to pinpoint an exact time. It mainly depends on how well your dog is getting on with basic training and how much support you have from family and friends.<\/span><\/p>\n

For most people, it <\/span>only takes a few weeks<\/b>\u2014enough time for you and your pup to get comfortable with each other and settle into the new routine. In other words, if you are hit with the blues and thinking of <\/span>returning your puppy after a week<\/span>, you would be making a rushed decision.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

In rare cases, though, puppy blues can turn into an overwhelmingly <\/span>negative experience<\/span> and linger for months. If you start thinking along the lines of \u2018my dog is ruining my mental health\u2019, it might be best to consult a therapist or a mental health professional who can help you deal with the negative emotions.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Why Do Puppy Blues Happen?<\/span><\/h2>\n

In most cases, there isn\u2019t one specific thing that leads to <\/span>new puppy stress syndrome<\/span>. It is more likely a combination of several factors, which can add up and become <\/span>frustrating<\/span> and <\/span>upsetting<\/span> on all fronts.<\/span><\/p>\n

Here are the most common causes of post-puppy depression.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n