{"id":137,"date":"2023-07-28T17:24:53","date_gmt":"2023-07-28T17:24:53","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/cdblogdev.frontrowdigital.com\/index.php\/2023\/07\/28\/favorite-coworker\/"},"modified":"2026-03-20T00:58:03","modified_gmt":"2026-03-20T00:58:03","slug":"pets-at-work-favorite-coworkers","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.chuckanddons.com\/blog\/pet-parenting\/pets-at-work-favorite-coworkers","title":{"rendered":"I THOUGHT I WAS YOUR  FAVORITE COWORKER?"},"content":{"rendered":"<div class=\"shogun-root\" data-shogun-id=\"6116db97a788ce000362240b\" data-shogun-site-id=\"d9255bbb-e575-4245-8c97-6e6fd6cb260b\" data-shogun-page-id=\"6116db97a788ce000362240b\" data-shogun-page-version-id=\"685c0f5ae47bb769b39d51c5\" data-shogun-platform-type=\"shopify\" data-shogun-variant-id=\"685c0f5ae47bb769b39d523e\" data-shogun-page-type=\"article\" data-shogun-power-up-type=\"\" data-shogun-power-up-id=\"\" data-region=\"main\"> <link rel=\"stylesheet\" type=\"text\/css\" href=\"https:\/\/a.shgcdn2.com\/css-2025-06-12-0213\/685c0f5ae47bb769b39d51c5_685c0f5ae47bb769b39d523e.css\"> <script type=\"text\/javascript\" src=\"https:\/\/a.shgcdn2.com\/js-2025-06-05-1257\/global-assets-c677f3036f76206e8caab8991ceb251dd178c5ad.js\" defer><\/script> <\/p>\n<div class=\"shg-box-vertical-align-wrapper\">\n<div class=\"shg-box shg-c \" id=\"s-fdbb1526-2a23-4889-8365-b19be680dd69\">\n<div class=\"shg-box-overlay\"><\/div>\n<div class=\"shg-box-content\">\n<div id=\"s-0233bcba-625f-403b-b11f-69b82effbd45\" class=\"shg-c \">\n<div class=\"shg-rich-text shg-theme-text-content\">\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><span style=\"font-size: 28px; color: #a6192e;\"><strong>BREAK IT TO YOUR PET GENTLY <br \/>WHEN YOU GO BACK TO WORK AND <br \/>THE KIDS GO BACK TO SCHOOL.<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<div id=\"s-6fc4c98b-dc09-45eb-92df-b54f9e0f6b8d\" class=\"shg-c \">\n<div class=\"shg-rich-text shg-theme-text-content\">\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\">They may not miss watching you do endless video calls and emails, but pets have been loving the extra time together with you and your family. As routines change, kids go back to school and you&#8217;re likely to go back to work, we&#8217;re here to help with the transition.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<div id=\"s-285aea6c-5750-4df5-a80c-2f8423daa472\" class=\"shg-c \">\n<div class=\"shg-rich-text shg-theme-text-content\">\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><span style=\"font-size: 36px;\"><strong>HERE\u2019S HOW YOU CAN <br \/>HELP THEM ADJUST<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<div class=\"shg-box-vertical-align-wrapper\">\n<div class=\"shg-box shg-c \" id=\"s-c27ff055-160f-4e4d-aff9-f742adccd439\">\n<div class=\"shg-box-overlay\"><\/div>\n<div class=\"shg-box-content\">\n<div id=\"s-e7b12663-6dc3-4468-99c7-de73d8c67a8a\" class=\"shg-c \">\n<div class=\"shg-rich-text shg-theme-text-content\">\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><span style=\"font-size: 20px; color: #a6192e;\"><strong>MANAGE ANXIETY <\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/chuckanddons.com\/collections\/calming-supplements\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Calming supplements<\/a> or a little <a href=\"https:\/\/chuckanddons.com\/pages\/cbd\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">CBD<span style=\"color: #a6192e;\"><strong> <\/strong><\/span><\/a>in the beginning may help your dog or cat stay calm while getting used to the new routine.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<div id=\"s-f3d0b067-6f13-4007-8046-a50a4413d82a\" class=\"shg-c \">\n<div class=\"shg-rich-text shg-theme-text-content\">\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><span style=\"font-size: 20px; color: #a6192e;\"><strong>GIVE THEM A COZY PLACE TO REST<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\">Make sure your pet has a safe place to rest when you&#8217;re away &#8211; like a <a href=\"https:\/\/chuckanddons.com\/collections\/beds\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">bed<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/chuckanddons.com\/collections\/crates\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">crate<\/a>, or <a href=\"https:\/\/chuckanddons.com\/collections\/cat-furniture\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">cat furniture<\/a>. You can use positive reinforcement to help them feel comfortable in their space.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<div id=\"s-e25e8e05-31cf-461e-8a24-3b48e814395d\" class=\"shg-c \">\n<div class=\"shg-rich-text shg-theme-text-content\">\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><span style=\"font-size: 20px; color: #a6192e;\"><strong>SPEND MORE QUALITY TIME TOGETHER<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\">Give them your full attention before and after work. Strengthen your bond with some morning playtimes or longer evening <span style=\"color: #a6192e;\"><strong><a style=\"color: #a6192e;\" href=\"https:\/\/chuckanddons.com\/blogs\/news\/when-it-comes-to-walks-the-struggle-is-real\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">walks<\/a><\/strong><\/span>. And show them a little extra love with <a href=\"https:\/\/chuckanddons.com\/collections\/treats\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">treats<\/a>. <\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<div id=\"s-0dc7fc63-fada-4bb5-9185-696850a0fc7d\" class=\"shg-c \">\n<div class=\"shg-rich-text shg-theme-text-content\">\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><span style=\"font-size: 20px; color: #a6192e;\"><strong>HIRE A DOG WALKER<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\">It\u2019s a great way to keep up the extra exercise your dog has been getting. Midday contact and exercise can also help to alleviate stress. But if you do need to reduce walks, consider cutting their calories slightly to prevent weight gain.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<div id=\"s-63432afd-1988-4045-9041-a5d3d6629f51\" class=\"shg-c \">\n<div class=\"shg-rich-text shg-theme-text-content\">\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><span style=\"font-size: 20px; color: #a6192e;\"><strong>HELP YOUR CAT ADJUST<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\">Dogs aren\u2019t the only pets that will miss you. Help your cat adjust by hiding<span style=\"color: #a6192e;\"><strong> <a style=\"color: #a6192e;\" href=\"https:\/\/chuckanddons.com\/collections\/cat-treats\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">treats<\/a> <\/strong><\/span>around the house or leaving them <a href=\"https:\/\/chuckanddons.com\/collections\/interactive-toys?view=products#\/pfilter:tags_pet:Cat\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">interactive toys<\/a> to play with. Make sure to also give your cat your full attention when you get home from work.<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\">\u00a0<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<div id=\"s-a7dd2902-1016-4e27-937d-970b28c8ab05\" class=\"shg-c \">\n<div class=\"shg-rich-text shg-theme-text-content\">\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><span style=\"font-size: 20px; color: #a6192e;\"><strong>BE PATIENT<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\">Pets can take a couple of weeks to adjust to a new routine. If your pet is still struggling after week two, call a trainer for some professional help and guidance.<\/p>\n<p>\u00a0<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<div id=\"s-d4f96f0e-a81a-4f15-8617-efc847ff2c0a\" class=\"shg-c \">\n<div class=\"shg-rich-text shg-theme-text-content\">\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><span style=\"font-size: 20px; color: #a6192e;\"><strong>WARD OFF BOREDOM WITH CHEWS<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/chuckanddons.com\/collections\/chews\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Chews <\/a>help combat boredom and stress by keeping your pet&#8217;s brain engaged. They also provide nutrients and can even boost dental health. Check out our <a href=\"https:\/\/chuckanddons.com\/pages\/chews\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">chew guide<\/a> to find the perfect option for your pet. <\/p>\n<p>\u00a0<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<div id=\"s-bf2342f7-7103-4328-9374-4864079919ae\" class=\"shg-c \">\n<div class=\"shg-rich-text shg-theme-text-content\">\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><span style=\"font-size: 20px; color: #a6192e;\"><strong>PRIORITIZE PLAYTIME<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\">More than just fun, play exercises your pet&#8217;s body and brain &#8211; een when they&#8217;re home alone. 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