** gets on soap box**
ok, so i have read everything posted here thus far, and although i do not know the OP personally, i do know where she is coming from and in this day and age it happens all the time young girl goes out the make an adventure gets tied up in life and winds living it...
well, not that i am into the drama thing but as far as relationships, i met my hubby 6 years ago, he moved in within 2 DAYS after we met, we then, over time aquired 4 turtles, 2 puppies, 4 goldfish, bettas and so forth.. and yes we struggle, that is life, but, to sit here and rant and rave about "she is doing this right or wrong" or " she is not ready for all this" an such... well, that is just plain rude!!! and we all need to look at how we treat others on here, people come here for advise on DOGS/ puppies and such, not for personal advise...
**gets down off soap box**
BTW good luck with your puppy, smoky will make it with tender loving care from someone who,like herself, will be facing the world, good luck and i am here if you need someone to talk too..
as far as puppy care, go to a local humane society or adopt a pet and get as much info as you need.. some things you will need ( if you have not already gotten ) is an alarm clock and tons of blankets and such.
good luck, you will both make it.