 is that puppyhood is really hard, and a whole lot of folks feel that it's a little bit more than they bargained for. It's like having a child. No, I mean, really, it's much more difficult than our society would have you believe. You know, everyone has this fantasy about getting a puppy, and the truth is, if you are not prepared, it's really challenging, and it can create a whole lot of stress in your life.