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Dogs make the best co-workers
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bkasanoff said:
on November 18, 2009 10:12 AM ET
My "company" is very small, and the only other human being in it lives in Los Angeles. I live in Connecticut. Fortunately, we also have an Executive Vice President, Dex, and a Vice President, Dakota. Both are now lying at my feet. Dex is a German Shepherd mix, probably with some Pit Bull in him. Some people think he looks tough. In reality, he is the friendliest dog you are likely to meet. More importantly, he's smart. I use Dex when it's time to impress someone. Dakota is a Boxer/Hound mix. She looks like the RCA dog. I use Dakota when it's time to charm someone, or melt their heart. Dogs never ask for raises, they never argue with you, and they always think your ideas are brilliant. (pause so I can accept congratulations from dogs for that last sentence, which they seem to think is, well, brilliant.) More importantly, when your computer crashes or a delivery doesn't show up, dogs are eager to fill the slack time with a little playing, walking or just hanging out. A few weeks back, a local television station came to interview me, and the reporter was surprised that I had posted each dog's title on the wall behind their beds (which are in front of my desk.) "Of course," I said, "Every employee deserves to have their title posted." Then she asked why mine wasn't posted, and I admitted that Jim and I haven't earned a title yet. Personally, I think companies that allow dogs to come to the office have far stronger cultures and more loyal employees. What do you think? _____________________________________________ Bruce Kasanoff, co-founder of DrawtheDog |
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I personally think companys that allow their employees to bring their dogs to work with them are awesome.
Unfortuantely the company that I work for does not allow them or I would bring mine with me to the office.
I work for a Food production plant so I can understand the no animals policy but I still wish that I could have them with me. The best part of my work day is when I walk in the front door to two black fur balls that are ecstatic to see me
What a great feeling that is so those of you who are fortunate enough to take yours with you for the day enjoy the time for me also since I can't.
also hope you all have a very Blessed & Safe Thanksgiving!
Su/Lilly/Coal
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I personally think companys that allow their employees to bring their dogs to work with them are awesome.
Unfortuantely the company that I work for does not allow them or I would bring mine with me to the office.
I work for a Food production plant so I can understand the no animals policy but I still wish that I could have them with me. The best part of my work day is when I walk in the front door to two black fur balls that are ecstatic to see me
What a great feeling that is so those of you who are fortunate enough to take yours with you for the day enjoy the time for me also since I can't.
also hope you all have a very Blessed & Safe Thanksgiving!
Su/Lilly/Coal
edited on November 20, 2009 12:58 AM ET
I work at a medical facility on the rehab hall where people are recovering from one type of surgery/illness or another. The patients families are allowed to bring their pets to visit and it makes all the difference in the world to many of them. The staff enjoys visiting with the pets too. Some we get to know by name after a couple of visit and they come running down the hall to say hello. It is really neat. Our fur friends are so important in our lives and we in theirs.
I tell my husband he should take a dog to work with him. It would improve people's moods for sure. We have 2 labs and a papillon and I take them to his office one at a time for visits. Everyone loves to see them, they gather around to pet them , offer treats and tell me about their dogs. I think it would be great if they had a "bring your dog to work day" or at least allow people to take turns bringing in their dog for a day.
When I first started my no-kill, non-profit pet rescue I was still working full time. My boss understood what I was trying to do so if there was a small dog or pups or a cat or kitten that was brought to me in a crate, then I could keep them by my desk. I was in the front and dealt with customers, so there were many comments on the animals - most of them very nice, especially when I told the the stories and why the animals were coming into rescue.
One of the mechanics from the shop came out front one day and there was a cat in a carrier by me - I warned him not to try to pet or touch the cat as the cat was pretty upset and traumatized. Did he listen? No! Cat didn't get his tongue, but sure got his fingers! That was the last time he put his fingers or hand in a carrier before asking me if it was okay.
Friends had adopted a border collie from me and took Bodie to work with them. They owned a collision repair shop and Bodie was either behind the front desk with the wife or in the husband's office. Great conversation starter and wonderful public relations employee was Bodie. As you know, border collies need a job to do and this was his job - he took it very seriously and did it well. No monetary raises, but plenty of petting and praise.
Lucky you. I would love to bring my dogs to work with me. It would be fun, and I would have company on the ride home. Carol
I work part-time from home so my three dogs are always with me. I have a side chair in my computer room and my youngest always sleeps in it when I am at the PC.
Wwhen I worked full time I was in a state agency at the capitol area and we had legally blind employees who had their guide dogs with them. Sometimes a truant guide dog would go wondering through the hallways (much to their owner's displeasure) to check on what was happening in other parts of the office. One of them would go to the office next to her to look for breakfast snacks. She was developing a weight problem so she was only allowed carrots. We all considered the dogs co-workers as they were working dogs.
I volunteer at our local SPCA so dogs are our work. However I know many people who bring their dogs to work.
The cobler on Main st brings his ellderly Lab to work and his bed is in the front window. A woman who engraves T-shirts brings her two Rat/Jack Rusell terriers who also bed down in the front window and then there is the psychologist on Main street and the two consignment stores in the area bring there dogs. They all own their business and ths makes it easier.
I believe that they are an attraction to the business and customers enjoy them.
