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my lil adopted 3 y/o old Cody who was much loved by prev. owner & entire family was allowed to sleep on the bed. Obviously he was NOT ALLOWED to sleep next to them, because when I got him,every night in bed I would drag him off my extra pillows and press him against my chest to show him it's ok to sleep close to me. 6 weeks ago he started to sleep at the top of the pillow I use, his paws resting on my head, such an awesome feeling. That lasted for 2 weeks, then he accepted my invitation to come under my blankie, after owning him for 11 months he now looks forward to sleeping with his momma under the blankie pressed against my chest, now he is really mine. He did trust me all those months, but 3 years of training NOT to sleep near ppl needed time and reassurance it was ok to do sleep next to me. Like lynzy420 suggested,walk around with him pressed against your chest, even if he'll only stay a few minutes, he will feel your love for him. It may take a little while, I worked with Cody for 11 months, Sumo is just a baby, he is already showing signs. Patience & consistency are the key factors.