I am destroying my life

[Sgboone80]

Hi. I am a 37 year old female who has recently started suffering from anxiety and panic attacks. I have been going to counseling and it works. But then the smallest thing happens in my life and I allow myself to fall apart again. I lost my beloved dog in June. My husband and I decided to adopt a new one this Saturday. I was so excited. Then yesterday I began to panic and worry about this dog and how I would feel when something bad happens to it. And I wanted to give it back. My husband is already so attached to him and he told me it would break his heart. I don’t know how to Love this dog without being afraid

[Cas2802]

Hi I no exactly how you are feeling. Suffering so badly with anxiety. Don't know what to do with myself.

[gogogirl]

Sorry about your dog. I remember going through situations like that then I was happy eventually that I got another dog. Enjoy the moments with your new dog and know that the old one will always be with you all.

[kenster1]

hi ive had dogs all my life and I'm 44.after everyone died I got another right away but I felt it was always different from the last in terms of character and appearance.im sure you will love it just like your old dog.im sure you will have years and years of joy together.

[TAPNewEngland]

Everyday gets easier. I lost my dog of ten years in July so I know how much this sucks. Did you jump back in too early to get a new dog? I sheltered one a month ago and that really helped.