Working Girl

 Wouldn’t we all love to bring our furry friend to work with us?  Being able to bring my best buddy, Bella, would make me so happy!  It’s good news that there’s a trend in pets being welcome in the workplace.  Companies big and small are beginning to see the value in letting their emplyees bring man’s best friend to the office.   

Approximately 20 percent of American companies, including giants like Google, allow dogs in the office.  Bringing dogs to work might make good business sense, according to one survey that found 46 million Americans would work longer hours if they were allowed to bring their furry companions into work with them.  The theory is that dogs reduce stress — and that’s good for business. 

Companies like Google have given the green light to pet-toting employees because they feel that as long as the work gets done, pets are more than welcome at the office.  Smaller companies like Replacements Ltd., a large china and silverware retailer, welcomes man’s best friend in the workplace and encourages its 500-plus employees to bring them in.  Dogs are welcome in the office, in the warehouse, and even in the showroom.

So, instead of leaving your best girl at home while you head to the office, maybe your company will see the value in having her with you in the office.  If only our furry friends could help us out in the carpool lane!