Is it normal to regret adopting a dog?
Mostly.Normal for most people
Yes—regret after adopting a dog is a real, fairly common reaction, especially while you’re adjusting to the extra work and responsibility. It doesn’t automatically mean you made the wrong choice or that you don’t care about your dog.
A new dog can turn your routine upside down: training, messes, expenses, less freedom, and figuring out each other’s needs. Some people call the overwhelmed, second-guessing stage the “puppy blues,” and it can happen with an adult dog too. The feelings often ease as you settle into a routine and your dog becomes more comfortable.