Confessions of a First-Time Puppy Owner

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In this refreshingly candid episode, Siddhartha shares his experiences and reflections as a first-time corgi puppy owner. He delves into his personal motivations for getting a dog, highlighting the challenges of loneliness and his desire for connection. He provides valuable insights into the process of choosing a breeder, emphasizing the importance of ethical breeding practices and the hidden costs of dog ownership. Siddhartha candidly discusses the unexpected hurdles he encountered, such as littermate syndrome, leash training woes, and the delicate balance between socialization and vaccination. Through his humorous anecdotes and vulnerable admissions, he offers a relatable and informative guide for prospective and new puppy owners, proving that while puppy love is real, it also requires patience, understanding, and a whole lot of paper towels.

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1. Intro & Personal Update (00:00:00)

2. Loneliness & Decision to Get a Dog (00:07:00)

3. Choosing the Right Breeder (00:25:00)

4. Cost of Dog Ownership (00:40:00)

5. Why Not Two Puppies at Once? Littermate Syndrome Explained. (00:43:00)

6. Bringing Puppy Home: First Day Experiences (01:09:00)

7. The Joys (and Challenges) of Puppy Behavior (01:15:00)

8. Puppy Food & Feeding Habits (01:22:00)

9. Leash Training Woes: Why Puppies Resist (01:28:00)

10. Puppy Barking: Expectations vs Reality (01:35:00)

11. Socialization & Vaccination: A Delicate Balance (01:45:00)

12. Unexpected Benefits: Puppy Ownership as a Social Catalyst (01:55:00)