Is it right to bring your pooch to the office?

It’s becoming well known that dogs help to alleviate stress and can even benefit your overall mood. The same can be said within a workplace environment too, and having a dog in your office can offer many benefits. It actually encourages a productive and collaborative work ethic as well as lowering stress levels and boosting morale.
The behaviour and obedience of your dog is something that must be considered when considering a dog in an office space. The productivity and decreased stress level benefits will only eventuate should the dog be a suitable temperament and trained for such a situation.

Here are some basic guidelines to keep this a fun and safe day at the office:

• An office dog policy is the first thing to be implemented setting boundaries and rules.
• Aside from just advising your manager of the new addition to the office, also let your colleagues know. Most will be excited but there may be trepidation from some too.
• Make sure that you have plenty of food and water and some chewy toys to keep him occupied. If your dog is an avid chewer, he must be kept away from computer wires and cables.
• Additionally, be mindful of other’s privacy and their needs. You can never expect that everyone in the office will be happy that you’ve decided to bring your fur-child to work. As long as it is in line with company policy and your dog is well-trained and properly socialised and you are following basic guidelines, having a dog in the office can be a fun experience for all involved.

Many of FindADogMinder’s Pet Sitters actually take the dogs that they mind along with them to work as this is a great option for those who work at a pet-friendly office.