This won't be a popular opinion, but it is HER house and therefore her right to choose who she has there. I understand you being upset at her apparent change of heart, but is it really worth hurting a family relationship over? I would go for awhile, then make your exit early. I wouldn't announce at the beginning of the gathering that I was only staying for a short time because of the dog. No one likes to be put on the spot in their own house. Just make a graceful exit, explaining to anyone who asks that you didn't feel comfortable leaving the dog home alone for so long (IF that's the truth).
Just resolve to hold the next family gathering at your house.
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