TYDTWDay

Doesn't it just break your heart to see your beloved furry friend staring out at you from the front window with those sad puppy dog eyes as you head out for another busy day at the office?  Do you ever wish you could spare them another lonely and boring day at home and bring them to work with you?  Well, this Friday, June 24th, just might be the day that wish can come true because its Take Your Dog To Work Day!            

 

In 1996, Pet Sitters International decided that there were far too many instances of people leaving their animals at home while they went about their workday.  This amazing organization is dedicated to saving animals from local shelters and helping them find good homes with people who will love and respect them.  As part of this project they developed Take Your Dog To Work Day in an attempt to help restore puppies to the workplace and help people understand the extraordinary bond between humans and their animals. 


Since the beginning of time, dogs have been considered man’s best friend.  They worked alongside us, hunting and tracking and even keeping us safe at night by alerting us to imminent danger.  In modern times, however, this relationship has been forgotten and the poor pooch is now left to sit at home while we go about our daily business.  Take Your Dog To Work Day is set to change this and bring the happy puppy back into our daily work lives.

 

This day of recognition  encourages employers and co-workers to experience the joys of pets in the workplace for one day to support their local pet community.  TYDTWDay is an annual event and is always celebrated on the Friday following Father’s Day.  It also accommodates cat lovers (and other pets) and those who cannot participate on TYDTWDay as the entire week leading up to this day, June 20-24, is Take Your Pet To Work Week. 

 
So how can we Celebrate Take Your Dog To Work Day?  Well that's a no-brainer isn’t it?  Take your dog to work with you!  This doesn’t mean leaving them in the car to bake in the hot summer sun; the pup should spend the entire day by your side.  Of course you will want to be sure your dog as well as your co-workers are comfortable with this situation, so here are a few tips to remember.  

 
*  Only take your dog to work if they're well-trained and listen to you.

*  Consider how your dog acts around other dogs and realize your dog may not get along with other dogs at your office.

*  Don’t assume that everyone likes your dog as much as you do.  Many people are afraid of dogs, especially big ones, but they don't want to speak up.

*  Don’t allow your dog to wander alone around your office; keep them by your desk all day to prevent them from bothering your co-workers.

*  Bring your dog’s bed so they'll feel more comfortable.  Also, bring along some of your dog’s favorite toys and treats to keep them entertained.

*  Be courteous when taking your dog out for bathroom breaks and clean up any mess they make.

 
By bringing your pet to work with you, you're helping to educate others on the importance of saving these amazing critters from rescue shelters and the streets.  It's a fun way for non-pet owners to witness firsthand the special bond their co-workers have with their pets and be encouraged to adopt a new best friend of their own.  If your place of business doesn’t yet have a Take Your Dog To Work Day organized, perhaps you can be the one to get it started and help bring some doggie goodness to your office.  Who knows, you may find some more dog fans in your co-workers, and maybe every day will become Take Your Dog To Work Day!

 
Happy tails to you until we meet again!