We have a ritual. The dog decides she wants to get up. So she's all up in my face, even if I hide under the covers. Then the cat hears all this mess and has to come check it out. So all three of us kind of cuddle and play around in the bed for a few minutes before we get up. It's my peaceful time. It even extends so far as feeding the dog. I put her food outside(fenced in yard). This gives me alone time with the cat. He's extremely affectionate when the dog isn't around. Then I let the dog back in and it's back to anxiety and depression.

But at least I get that calm before the storm.