I think I belong here....

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I did watch tv each night and he always came in and sat in his regular spot. We even slept in the same bed still, I figured his 5LL was physical so we kept that very much alive and well, I don't know that is recommended for everyone. I think you said you had separate rooms right? I went to bed without saying or expecting him to follow, yet he always did. Some people go play games with their kids in another room and shut the door. Let him hear you laughing and playing. I would also read on the couch to unwind - it's your house too so yeah just do your normal thing for you. Hopefully one of the vets will come along and chime in because I'm still new at this myself.