Animals, dogs in particular, can help reduce friction and enhance ties
between colleagues, says PRIS HENDRICKS, a firm believer in office pets.
PETS are a
huge part of our lives and most of us would love to have them with us at all
times, even at work.
Having a pet reduces stress and increases the feeling of well-being.
Besides, having dogs in the office for example, may even help enhance ties
between colleagues.
Animals do not discriminate. All they know is, “He or she is nice and I like
him/her.”
In some companies overseas, office dogs actually help increase productivity.
No, the dog does not help one do his job. Instead, employees are willing to
work late.
It may be
due to the heightened sense of safety that comes with the presence of a dog.
Office dogs also offer companionship to out-of-state workers who would
rather stay back at work than go home to a lonely apartment.
However, certain considerations need to be taken before pets are allowed in
the office.
Firstly, the animal should be free of fleas, ticks and mites. It is handy to
keep around a bottle of parasite repellent.
Some people
do not know it but they may have allergies, so it is basically being
considerate to fellow employees.
It is also important not to leave pets unattended.
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Up for adoption this week, Mui Mui (left) and Barbie. |
Take it out for
walks or let it stretch out in an empty room for a few minutes.
And last but not least, never play favorites if your office allows or has more
than one office pet.
Fights are no good when each working day is already a battle in itself.
Up for adoption
THERE are
plenty of healthy animals looking for a second chance in life. Come and meet Mui
Mui and Barbie this week.
MUI MUI
Sex: Female
Age: 21/2 months
Breed: Domestic Short Hair
Medical history: De-wormed twice
Coat color: White with grey-brown tail and spots, short hair
Personality: Playful, friendly, full of life
Mui Mui was surrendered to the SPCA a while ago and later put into foster care.
She is very lively and loves to nap on her towel while hugging her toy bear.
Soon to be vaccinated. Please give her a home.
BARBIE
Sex: Female
Age: About one year old
Breed: Local non-descript
Medical history: Nil
Coat color: Black, short hair
Personality: Affectionate, slightly timid
Found as a stray, Barbie was rescued and sent to SPCA a few weeks ago.
She was so skinny that her ribs and joints were visible. However, she has put on
weight and made a few friends at the shelter but is still timid around
strangers. She needs a loving home.
For more information on other animals up for adoption, visit the SPCA at Jalan
Kerja Ayer Lama, Ampang Jaya, Selangor or call 03-4256-5312 or 03-4253-5179.
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