{"id":87,"date":"2020-09-01T11:07:00","date_gmt":"2020-09-01T11:07:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/cdblogdev.frontrowdigital.com\/index.php\/2020\/09\/01\/sorry-the-laptop-is-not-a-chin-rest-or-nap-spot\/"},"modified":"2026-03-20T01:01:31","modified_gmt":"2026-03-20T01:01:31","slug":"pets-demanding-attention","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.chuckanddons.com\/blog\/pet-parenting\/pets-demanding-attention","title":{"rendered":"SORRY, THE LAPTOP IS NOT A CHIN REST OR NAP SPOT."},"content":{"rendered":"

HERE\u2019S HOW TO CREATE BOUNDARIES
WITH YOUR FURRY COWORKER.<\/strong><\/p>\n

Whether their role is Office Dog or CEO (Cat Executive Officer), it\u2019s time to give your pet their yearly review. Their greatest strength is definitely raising morale \u2014\u00a0working with them has big health benefits<\/u><\/a> like reducing stress, preventing loneliness and increasing happiness. But on the other hand, there are some problem areas they could work on. Take a look at our guide below.<\/p>\n

THE PET EMPLOYEE HANDBOOK<\/strong><\/h2>\n

Before you clock in, they
need to be tired out. <\/strong><\/p>\n

Start the day with a walk, a game of fetch, or some indoor play<\/u><\/a> if you can\u2019t go out.<\/p>\n

Keep them on schedule so you
can stay on deadline.<\/strong><\/p>\n

It\u2019s easy to get distracted by emails but the more you stick to your pet\u2019s usual feeding and walking times, the calmer and more peaceful they\u2019ll be while you work. Dogs and cats are creatures of habit, so a steady routine really helps their mental health.<\/p>\n

When it\u2019s time for a coffee
break, try some training<\/strong>.<\/p>\n

Practicing tricks wears pets out mentally and physically improves their manners around the office and is always great for bonding. Working from home? All the better for at-home training<\/u><\/a>.<\/p>\n

Remind them this isn\u2019t their meeting.<\/strong><\/p>\n

As much as we all love a surprise pet appearance on video calls, sometimes barking and meowing can get distracting. Make calls in a separate room when needed or try occupying your pet with a treat-dispensing puzzle toy or chew. For dogs, it\u2019s a good idea to work on crate training \u2013 you can always tell them it\u2019s their own personal corner office.<\/p>\n

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STOCK UP ON \u201cOFFICE SUPPLIES\u201d<\/strong><\/h2>\n

Whether you\u2019re commuting with your pet or working from home, make sure they have a bed, food and water bowls<\/a>,<\/u> food<\/a>,<\/u> treats<\/a>,<\/u> and toys<\/u><\/a> handy.<\/p>\n

SHOP NOW<\/a>\n<\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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