Long story short, my husband (36) and I ( F,33) have known each other for over 8 years and got married 2 years back. We had taken a mutual decision to be child free (initiated by me, although he warmed up to it). The last year has been just terrible for me, my toxic workplace being a major stressor and i have been spiralling ever since. I decided to seek a psychiatrist's help (although I do see a therapist regularly) when my husband mentioned even his mental health has started to get affected. I was diagnosed with bipolar disorder and given medicines. Its only been three weeks, i particularly don't see massive changes and am just barely able to hold myself together. Husband had an idea of adopting a dog as his friend's dog had recently delivered puppies (golden retriever). He wants us to bring him home this week. He said 'i am not asking for a child, at least let me have this'. He's been visibly excited and researching training videos since three days. I feel overwhelmed and scared. I don't know if I'll be able to take on that responsibility. Husband says he'll do majority of the work. Has anyone been in a similar situation? Were you able to take care of your pet? I know i would love the fellow dearly. But i have days when I can't get out of bed, extreme low motivation and dissociation..please advice.