Not sure what to do actually adding another dog....

 Gulp, I have no advice, sorry.  Hugs all around.

 

 

Hi -- here's a list of low-cost spay neuter programs in Florida click here

That's just what you need -- her going into heat while you have her.  Go get her spayed -- (email me -- I've got an idea)

Is your local SPCA part of the Central Florida SPCA?  (I know you aren't "middle" central).  Give me an email -- we'll see what we can do. 

You'll have to keep her segregated "crate and rotate" - it's a PITA but everyone will survive in one piece. 

Thanks you's two just sent you a email callie

The best part about this is I found that link for the counties!!!  That will be handy!!

Sorry to hear that you are being put in an awkward position, but I bet you will manage. The spay seems like a good idea, but you also might ask when she was last in season. Maybe it won't be an issue for the next 8 weeks. A roomy crate and a couple kiddy gates will come in handy if you don't already have them. When your sister's dog comes to stay. don't make an issue of it. Just relax and act like this is a normal thing. Your dogs will be very sensitive to your emotional cues. If you are stressed and resentful your dogs will be unhappy with the company. Keep your own dog's schedule as normal as possible and just squeeze this girl into the routine. I'm blessed in that my dog's will accept new dogs fairly easily. They know that company often means more treats for everybody, and I make sure that all of mine get plenty of attention. If this was your sister's child, you would just bring her in with your children and make them all get along. Like with kids, there might be some grumbles, arguments, and hurt feelings, just try to not let it escalate into a real fight. Don't fret, I bet it will work out fine, and you will probably miss her when she leaves! :)

debbieStx

Sorry to hear that you are being put in an awkward position, but I bet you will manage. The spay seems like a good idea, but you also might ask when she was last in season. Maybe it won't be an issue for the next 8 weeks. A roomy crate and a couple kiddy gates will come in handy if you don't already have them. When your sister's dog comes to stay. don't make an issue of it. Just relax and act like this is a normal thing. Your dogs will be very sensitive to your emotional cues. If you are stressed and resentful your dogs will be unhappy with the company. Keep your own dog's schedule as normal as possible and just squeeze this girl into the routine. I'm blessed in that my dog's will accept new dogs fairly easily. They know that company often means more treats for everybody, and I make sure that all of mine get plenty of attention. If this was your sister's child, you would just bring her in with your children and make them all get along. Like with kids, there might be some grumbles, arguments, and hurt feelings, just try to not let it escalate into a real fight. Don't fret, I bet it will work out fine, and you will probably miss her when she leaves! :)

Great advice!

Hope things will work out and will be fine for you and for both dogs. Good luck!

This is a difficult situation but there has been some pretty good advice so far. Just make sure to approach the matter somewhat delicately and with an open mind and I am sure you will find a solution for your conundrum. Best of luck to you.