u/Ok_Floor_2872

\*\*Introduction\*\*

1. Will this be your first dog? If not, what experience do you have owning/training dogs?

\* no , i had a german shepherd before for his whole life

2. Do you have a preference for rescuing a dog vs. going through a \[reputable breeder\]( http://ownresponsibly.blogspot.com/2011/07/identifying-reputable-breeder.html)?

\* i think a reputable breeder since i want to train the dog from the very starting

3. Describe your ideal dog.

\* im looking for a dog that will love me and my family also i have 4 year old so a dog thats good with children and can protect her when needed

4. What breeds or types of dogs are you interested in and why?

\* american pitbull terrior , american staffordshire terrior , staffordshire bull terrior - im not sure which one of these since ive heard staffys are more of a loving dog than a protective one

5. What sorts of things would you like to train your dog to do?

\* advanced commands like leave (food item from a road) , recall , stay at a place , sit etc

6. Do you want to compete with your dog in a sport (e.g. agility, obedience, rally) or use your dog for a form of work (e.g. hunting, herding, livestock guarding)? If so, how much experience do you have with this work/sport?

\* no

\*\*Care Commitments\*\*

7. How long do you want to devote to training, playing with, or otherwise interacting with your dog each day?

\* 5-6 hours a day since i work part time only besides i have a family at home too, my grandparents live with me so the dog wont be alone ( we live on a farmhouse , no herding )

8. How long can you exercise your dog each day, on average? What sorts of exercise are you planning to give your dog regularly and does that include using a dog park?

\* 2-3 hours a day , no dog park but stray dogs yes

9. How much regular brushing are you willing to do? Are you open to trimming hair, cleaning ears, or doing other grooming at home? If not, would you be willing to pay a professional to do it regularly?

\* yes

\*\*Personal Preferences\*\*

10. What size dog are you looking for?

\* less than 20 inches

11. How much shedding, barking, and slobber can you handle?

\* not much , my german shedded a lot so thats why im not choosing a german again

12. How important is being able to let your dog off-leash in an unfenced area?

\* very , we live in a farmhouse so he will be off leash most of the time

\*\*Dog Personality and Behavior\*\*

13. Do you want a snuggly dog or one that prefers some personal space?

\* a one that loves and protects

14. Would you prefer a dog that wants to do its own thing or one that’s more eager-to-please?

\* as long as follow commands when necessary he is allowed to do his own thing

15. How would you prefer your dog to respond to someone knocking on the door or entering your yard? How would you prefer your dog to greet strangers or visitors?

\* friendly but not too overly friendly

16. Are you willing to manage a dog that is aggressive to other dogs?

\* no

17. Are there any other behaviors you can’t deal with or want to avoid?

\* no

\*\*Lifestyle\*\*

18. How often and how long will the dog be left alone?

\* never

19. What are the dog-related preferences of other people in the house and what will be their involvement in caring for the dog?

\* grandparents and daughter want a loving dog but it should also protect them and not bark unnecessarily

20. Do you have other pets or are you planning on having other pets? What breed or type of animal are they?

\* no

21. Will the dog be interacting with children regularly?

\* yes

22. Do you rent or plan to rent in the future? If applicable, what breed or weight restrictions are on your current lease?

\* no

23. What city or country do you live in and are you aware of any laws banning certain breeds?

\* punjab, india yes im aware

24. What is the average temperature of a typical summer and winter day where you live?

\* 10 celsius to 50 celsius

\*\*Additional Information and Questions\*\*

25. Please provide any additional information you feel may be relevant.

\* we live in a farmhouse where other wild animals usually appear only sometimes like a snake ( once or twice a year ) so the dog should be aware of surroundings and can aware the parents to take action just like my german did , no herding work involved at all

26. Feel free to ask any questions below.

\* is it possible for a breeder to have any of those 3 breeds i mentioned to have a puppy sent to me in india ? ill cover all the expenses needed

I’ve been thinking about this a lot recently because I feel very different from most people around me.

I’m currently in a relationship, but when I think seriously about the future, marriage honestly doesn’t feel appealing to me. A big part of it is that I feel like I’d want a partner who can independently handle responsibility, accountability, and difficult situations without always depending on me emotionally or mentally. And when I imagine long-term married life in general, instead of excitement I mostly feel pressure and exhaustion.

The same thing applies to kids. I have a niece (my sister’s daughter), and I genuinely love her a lot. I enjoy spending time with her and I understand why people become deeply attached to children. But at the same time, I also notice that after being around kids for a long time, I start feeling mentally drained and irritated. It makes me wonder if I’m simply not built for parenthood.

What confuses me is that I can clearly see how meaningful family life is to other people. Some parents genuinely seem happiest with their children, and a lot of people dream about marriage naturally. I just don’t seem to have that feeling inside me.

I don’t know if this is fear of commitment, fear of responsibility, emotional immaturity, or simply a personality thing. I’m curious if other people have felt this way before, especially while already being in a relationship.

TL;DR: I’m in a relationship but I still don’t feel any real desire for marriage or children. I love my niece, but being around kids too long drains me, and thinking about married life feels more stressful than exciting.

EDIT : 21M

Hey everyone, I’m 21 years old and currently living in India. I recently completed my Bachelor’s in Computer Science Engineering with a 7+ CGPA, and I’m about to start working at an MNC as a DevOps Engineer.
My long-term goal is to move abroad permanently, preferably to Canada or Australia, before I turn 25. I’ve been reading about Express Entry and skilled migration pathways, but I’m still confused about how the process actually works and what the best route would be for someone in my situation.

A few things about my profile:
Strong English proficiency
Financially stable (50k+ CAD savings)
Siblings living in both Canada and Australia
Study visa is not something I’m considering right now

What I’m mainly trying to understand is:
Should I apply now, or is it better to gain work experience in India first?
If experience is important, how many years would realistically make a strong difference?
Between Canada and Australia, which country currently offers better opportunities and immigration pathways for someone in tech/DevOps?

I’d really appreciate guidance from people who’ve gone through the process or understand the current immigration landscape well.