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SJK1113 · 08-24-2006, 05:20 PM

I would think some of the more pet friendly places would be maybe a receptionist or secretary at a dog groomer's, pet stores...places like that.

Good luck to you!

NIKITA & LILO · 08-24-2006, 06:48 PM

I'm an hairstylist in un upscale salon in northern VA. LILO has been comming with me to work since we got her ( 7-10) hours a day. I got her travel crib, where I put her bed, food, peepad, and toys, and she is right next to our manicurist station ( the salon is big, so there is enough space for it). All my clienst LOVE her, nad so far noone complined about her beeing there. She is verry socialized after only 3 weeks at the salon, and she just loves everyone. Plus that, there is always someone to play with her when I'm busy.

I think that maybe You could work with the company that, designs dog clothes, or making dog food etc. or You should think about opening Your own doggy butique

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gdogrl · 08-25-2006, 06:28 AM

I work at an animal friendly job. We have had an office dog for the past 15 years, 2 have past and we now have a little dashund/chi mix. I have 3 bird cages in my office with total of 5 birds and another worker has 2 birds in her office. Everybody loves to hear them throughout the day. I bring my pups to work now and again, as does everybody. I also had my bunny in my office for the longest. Lady at work took him home for her kids. I could not imagine working at a place that does not allow animals. It just calms the nerves and makes people smile.

mom2angus · 08-25-2006, 07:13 AM

I have brought my dog to work almost every day since I got him. He 'works' 9-5. Hes laying in his bed as we speak.

LauraMichelle · 08-25-2006, 07:13 AM

My Dad owns his own company, so when he hung out at the office, he took his dogs (German Rott and a LARGE boxer) too. As dog friendly as it was, he didn't allow anyone else to bring their dog, but me. My step-mom works for the Tinker AFB, and she is able to bring the both of them as well. I found that quite suprising. And finaly my Mom works in the office for a flooring company, and she is able to take my Rottie to work with her, as long as he is kenneled. I would think it would be a distraction, as you are at work to work. I suppose some employers feel differently.

yorkieskater · 08-26-2006, 10:33 AM

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Originally Posted by paulapoo

I manage an Internal Medicine doctor's office. Not the most likely place to see a dog at work. But luckily, the practice is owned by the docs and they are both dog people. I bring my boys in once a week. I put a baby gate up in my office and bring their bed. They are very well behaved and get to visit all the patients. There was one patient, I've known her for many years, she practically ran down the hall to get to Otis. She has a poodle. She just loved on him, and kissed him. I kind of conducted a test the last day. Out of 28 patients, there was only 1 that didn't smile when they saw him. I'm not sure what the therapy dog criteria are in Indiana, but it's definately something to look into. Whenever I have my boys around, I am noticably LESS STRESSED! That's a proven fact. More business owners should consider it as a way to boost moral and decrease stress!! Let's do our part to increase awareness on this topic.

That is so funny you say that! I took Sparks tow ork with me yesterday. He had to stay "zipped" up for a while so as not to distract the kids because they go nuts over him and need to concentrate on their skate. I then took him to my second rink to be on the ice and coach. I have been very edgy lately andf (I feel) not as patient as I could be with the kids. I was having a BLAST yesterday. Joking around, unlimited patience, just having the BEST time coaching. I always have the best time coaching when Sparks is with me...I just figured that out. It must be the "therapy" part.
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shalynn65 · 08-26-2006, 02:54 PM

I take Jeter to work everyday. I run the office and my boss told me that if I got a small dog that he could come with me to work. My boss LOVES Jeter. So do all the other employees and customers. I think you have to find a job where you have your own office and a dog lover for a boss. Good luck.

shwbabygirl · 08-26-2006, 05:22 PM

my hubby is a truck driver and i ride with him and we take BO every time lol....and even if i didnt ride with him he would still take him...good luck on finding a job that you can take your baby i know how hard it is to leave them

08-24-2006, 06:48 PM	#17
NIKITA & LILO Donating Yorkie Yakker Join Date: Jun 2006 Location: McLean , VA Posts: 458	I'm an hairstylist in un upscale salon in northern VA. LILO has been comming with me to work since we got her ( 7-10) hours a day. I got her travel crib, where I put her bed, food, peepad, and toys, and she is right next to our manicurist station ( the salon is big, so there is enough space for it). All my clienst LOVE her, nad so far noone complined about her beeing there. She is verry socialized after only 3 weeks at the salon, and she just loves everyone. Plus that, there is always someone to play with her when I'm busy. I think that maybe You could work with the company that, designs dog clothes, or making dog food etc. or You should think about opening Your own doggy butique . __________________ NIKITA & LILO If my little girl is a PRINCESS, does it make me a QUEEN?

08-25-2006, 06:28 AM	#18
gdogrl Yorkie Yakker Join Date: Mar 2006 Location: Conroe, Texas Posts: 50	I work at an animal friendly job. We have had an office dog for the past 15 years, 2 have past and we now have a little dashund/chi mix. I have 3 bird cages in my office with total of 5 birds and another worker has 2 birds in her office. Everybody loves to hear them throughout the day. I bring my pups to work now and again, as does everybody. I also had my bunny in my office for the longest. Lady at work took him home for her kids. I could not imagine working at a place that does not allow animals. It just calms the nerves and makes people smile. __________________ Chris and Critters

08-26-2006, 02:54 PM	#22
shalynn65 Donating Senior Yorkie Talker Join Date: Oct 2005 Location: Michigan Posts: 277	Jeter works at Saturn I take Jeter to work everyday. I run the office and my boss told me that if I got a small dog that he could come with me to work. My boss LOVES Jeter. So do all the other employees and customers. I think you have to find a job where you have your own office and a dog lover for a boss. Good luck. __________________ Sheryl & Jeter & Sky Jeter on Dogster http://www.dogster.com/?221907

08-24-2006, 05:20 PM	#16
SJK1113 No Longer a Member Join Date: Jul 2006 Location: usa Posts: 2,150	I would think some of the more pet friendly places would be maybe a receptionist or secretary at a dog groomer's, pet stores...places like that. Good luck to you!

08-25-2006, 07:13 AM	#19
mom2angus YorkieTalk Newbie! Join Date: Jul 2006 Location: Philadelphia, PA Posts: 5	I have brought my dog to work almost every day since I got him. He 'works' 9-5. Hes laying in his bed as we speak.

08-25-2006, 07:13 AM	#20
LauraMichelle Senior Yorkie Talker Join Date: Jun 2006 Location: Surprise, AZ Posts: 171	My Dad owns his own company, so when he hung out at the office, he took his dogs (German Rott and a LARGE boxer) too. As dog friendly as it was, he didn't allow anyone else to bring their dog, but me. My step-mom works for the Tinker AFB, and she is able to bring the both of them as well. I found that quite suprising. And finaly my Mom works in the office for a flooring company, and she is able to take my Rottie to work with her, as long as he is kenneled. I would think it would be a distraction, as you are at work to work. I suppose some employers feel differently.

08-26-2006, 05:22 PM	#23
shwbabygirl Senior Yorkie Talker Join Date: Mar 2006 Location: knoxville Posts: 181	my hubby is a truck driver and i ride with him and we take BO every time lol....and even if i didnt ride with him he would still take him...good luck on finding a job that you can take your baby i know how hard it is to leave them