Keep Behavior Problems at Bay During Take Your Dog to Work Day®

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Your dog is a great friend, always loyal, always loving. So why not for one day make your closest companion your newest business partner?

Held each June, National Take Your Dog to Work Day gives many dog owners a rare opportunity to have their best friend at their side all day long. But it’s not just a fun outing for Fido or a nice change of pace for you. Take Your Dog to Work Day can also be a healthy addition to your workplace. Studies show having dogs in the workplace can improve employee morale and lead to a more creative environment and Comfort Zone® with D.A.P.® products help your dog feel more comfortable in his environment.

If that's not motivating enough, imagine Fido’s excitement on Take Your Dog to Work Day — one day in the boardroom is one less day that he is banished to the backyard or kennel. But before you bring him to the office this year, remember that changes in routine and environment can be stressful for animals.

Concerned your dog might act up during Take Your Dog to Work Day? You’re not alone. Plenty of pet parents want to participate in this fun, healthy office event, but are concerned about their dog barking or causing other disruptions. To ensure you — and Fido — are ready for Take Your Dog to Work Day, Comfort Zone® with D.A.P.® products recommends you follow these easy tips to help ensure good dog behavior:

  • Keep the chance of dog behavior issues and health problems at bay by ensuring your pooch is checked out regularly by a veterinarian.
  • Find the designated place where you can take your dog to relieve himself — and don’t forget to bring in the baggies or other tools for keeping the grounds clean.
  • Just like you need a computer or notebook to do your job, Fido also needs some tools to do his. Make sure you bring a water bowl, a toy, treats and a blanket to help your canine companion feel comfortable.
  • Upon arriving, your dog will need to settle in. Allow some time for a little exploring and sniffing around.
  • Calmly introduce your dog to your colleagues to make things comfortable for both.
  • Remember to take him out to that designated place for a break every couple of hours.

To help ensure your dog has a comfortable day when you take him to work, try Comfort Zone® with D.A.P.®, a unique pheromone-based product that can help stop dog barking and avert other dog behavior problems naturally. When you follow these easy tips, you can help prevent many unwanted dog behaviors.

A few sprays of Comfort Zone® Spray on a collar or bandana, or plugging a diffuser into an electrical outlet near your desk, is an easy way not only to ensure a great Take Your Dog to Work Day, but to avoid dog behavior problems before they start — even at home. Learn more about Comfort Zone® with D.A.P® products.