We have just added Ryder to our family in March. It was such an awkward decision. I wanted another puppy but I too am a housewife (while going to school fulltime) but I spent all my time undivided with Roxie (my husband is a truck driver over the road, gone 5 days home for two).
Anyways, I tried to make things as even as I could. Roxie was a little unsure and didnt want a whole lot to do with Ryder right away, but I made sure that they both had their own things- we basically have two of everything, that way Roxie had her things that she was used to and Ryder would have his own things. It has taken Roxie a long time to get used to the fact that Ryder is here to stay but everyday I see more of her old self coming out. Try to spend some time with Winston brushing him and only giving him his own time with you- but then do the same for the puppy- I call this momma time and whoever gets on my lap first gets about 15-20 minutes just with me, they look forward to this so much I do it in the evening and it has really helped them both.
CONGRATS and best wishes on your new pup! I cant wait to read more!
__________________ Meagan
 Ryder, Roxie, & Prince
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