Bailey spent lots of time upstairs...she had her favourite spot so I was fine as long as she was comfortable. I knew exactly where she was. Bring out the treats and she'd be down stairs like a shot, so she knew what was going on. Ben prefers a corner on the other side of the room...he's liked that place for 6.5 years, so I think he just likes his spot...he's warm and comfortable there and it has nothing to do with DH or I. As soon as he hears the word walk or the leash, he's right there by our side.
Perhaps it has more to do with not having to share from his track days.