there have been times when I’ve just stood up a bit quicker than normal, and he’s cowered 
he’s OK with the vacuum, but as soon as a broom or mop comes out, he bolts and hides in the wardrobe. The thought that someone has “disciplined” him with a broom makes me so mad. and sad.
now i only clean when he’s sleeping
there’s a new mobile vet servicing the area, and it’s cheaper than my regular vet, so i considered using their services, but decided against it because it feels mean having a vet come into his “safe space” to do things like take his temperature 