Charlie does that to me too. I play ball with him for a few minutes and then i crate him next to my bed with a bone. I know he'd rather be playing with me, and sometimes he'll whine for a minute, but eventually he just eats his bone and waits for the nap time to be over. He usually sleeps too.
This works i think because they can see you... but they can't get to you to manipulate you and keep you up.
some of you might think this isn't very nice, but everyone has to set different routines with their household inhabitants... including pups.
If you need a nap - TAKE IT! You'll be more fun and loving for your dog after that anyway!
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