Well, I am 51 and was never really big social butterfly. I was always a workaholic until everything hit the fan few years back. I totally withdrew from from everyone and everything. I do find piece in my solitude and knowing myself. However, I did find myself wanting to have a close friend, a lover to snuggle up with and share life with. It took a while to get to this place with myself.
Obviously it still bothers you a bit

I say, it's ok and take your time to snuggle with your doggie.