I'm Considering Returning My Cat to the Shelter

I adopted him last month, thinking I could handle his special needs the medications, the special food, the vet checkups. But life hit me hard. I suddenly ran into financial problems, and now I’m drowning emotionally, mentally, and financially.

He needs care and consistency, and I can barely manage my own stress right now.

I know returning him is probably the best thing for both of us, but the shame and guilt are crushing. I feel like a failure and a terrible person for even thinking about it.