The next few days are going to be tough -- I won't be home this evening until practically midnight and tomorrow night not at all as my dad is ill and I will be spending the night at my parents. My husband will be able to feed the cats and dog and let them into the back garden, but the dog is still too nervous for him take her out for her walks or to play with. the little time I will be spending at home, even if it's for a half hour or so, should I make a fuss over her, or would it be better to play it cool and only give her a little attention?