Working from home can either be a welcome change or a challenging exercise in futility, but having a co-worker who walks on four legs is pretty fantastic no matter which of those two groups you fall into. To that end, people across America and beyond sent us adorable pics of their pets “working” from home. From eager-to-please dogs in glasses to cats who are quite obviously over all the constant laptop-staring, get ready for the “awwwwww.”
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‘Is This Even Ergonomic?’
Assistant professor Rebecca Judd says her cat, Harley, “is becoming quite the office assistant. … Somehow Harley ended up with a broken tail and she can’t swish it or control it like other cats. But she has no problem letting us know her mood, even without her tail swishing.” Judd notes that Harley would rather “go outside and chase birds instead of record lectures for online classes.”
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‘Work is My Security Blanket’
Michelle Hoffman, a child protective services social worker, says her 15-year-old pup Baby has been helping her “soothe clients’ anxiety during sessions,” adding: “We tend to cuddle with a blanket together!”
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‘I’m a Top Priority’
Pookie, an 8-year-old tortoiseshell kitty, belongs to Bruce Lewis, who says she “decided the best way to get my attention was to put herself on top of the stack in my in-box. It worked,” Lewis notes. “She got some chin and head scratches in response.” Pookie is “cuddly, outgoing and affectionate,” says her owner.
‘Work Schmerk’
Burkett Carver named his dogs after late golfer Arnold Palmer and his wife, Winnie. The pups, he notes, “do everything together … play, eat, travel, nap.”
‘Head Filing Clerk, at Your Service’
“This lovable little bunny is named Moose,” says her owner, Julie Lynn. Lynn is a nurse who doesn’t work from home, she notes, but Moose holds down the fort while she’s away taking care of others.
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‘Seriously? Another Meeting?’
Ten-year-old Shih Tzu Wilson, dog in charge of human Pritee Smith, is none too pleased about the amount of work coming his way lately. He “is usually laid back but wants what he wants when he wants it,” Smith says. “He will bark at the top of his lungs until I give in to whatever his demand is.”
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‘This Isn’t My New Cat Bed?’
Seven-month-old Luna was found by Julie Joseph’s family as a weak kitten “on the brink of death.” Joseph says she made a full recovery and earned the nickname “Spider Kitty” because “she jumps from furniture to furniture in a single bound. She jumps over our dogs and then attaches herself onto the screen outside.” Joseph says their new family addition “is so sweet — we are so happy to have her as part of our family.”
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‘More Coffee, Please’
Dog mom Catherine Thompson sent us this picture of her coworker Jackie Blue. “She is the worst coworker ever. She won’t file (says she has no thumbs), follows me into the ladies room (watched me pee), and is trying to steal my husband (home wrecker).”
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‘It’s Time We Had a Talk’
Max seems to be telling his human coworker Larry Wymer that performance review time has come around.
‘I Love Lamp’
Moe, who belongs to Carol Guenther, appears to be trying to blend in with a favorite desk accessory.
‘CSO: Chief Snuggling Officer’
Nine-month-old pug puppy Minnie “is a hard worker,” says her pet parent Amber McNeil. “She puts snuggles on top of her productivity list.”
‘These Conference Calls Are Exhausting’
Kathleen Clapp says her pup Opus Leroy — aka Opie Lee — is tired of all the at-home working. “She just talks and talks and it never ends,” Clapp says Opie Lee seems to be thinking. “Please send her back to work before I lose my marbles.”
‘Does Zoom Do Haircuts?’
Owner William Dan Davis poses with Shelby, who is apparently well past the grooming deadline.
‘I Think We Both Know Who’s in Charge Here’
Barbara Comley says Oreo is her “kitty scarf — he loves to be on top of me all the time. He jumped on my head and back this morning. Love him.”
‘Head Chiefs in Charge of Sleep and Security’
Erica Linn’s boxer Simon and Doberman Violet are very attached to their human coworker. “Simon is the sweetest and very reserved. He has to be with me all day. He’s my sleepy co-worker,” Linn says. “Violet is also very sweet and an attention hog. Gets jealous if my other dogs get attention. She will put her head on my lap ’til I pet her, or she will paw at me to pet her. She is my co-worker in security.”
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‘Tuesday Is Toby Day’
Kate Pollin calls her kitty Toby “a velcro kitty” who’s very bonded to his human. “My employer allows working from home one day a week usually, so Tuesdays are Toby’s favorite day.”
‘Oh, Were You Working Here?’
Tokyo is a stray cat who is a frequent visitor to Emma Sotillo’s apartment, as well as Sotillo’s neighbors. “We think she was left behind by someone who moved out,” Sotillo says. “Some of our neighbors feed her, and she shelters within our apartment building. She stays overnight on occasion, and she makes sure to get enough attention even if it means standing in front of the laptop.”
‘Six Feet, Please’
Tootsie Roll, who belongs to David McVey, is serious about safety precautions while working.
‘Nobody Interrupts Homework Hour’
Ace, who belongs to Danielle Munk and is taking his teacher’s assistant position very seriously, makes sure the kids don’t have any distractions.
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‘Let’s Put a Pin in That’
In typical Shiba Inu fashion, Akira lets her owner Scott Nyerges know she’s done for the day.
‘I’ll Handle the Meeting Minutes’
Blue, who belongs to Cheapism staffer Kris Scott, is always ready for note-taking. Or ball. Or barking at the mailman.
‘Where’s the Off Button?’
‘Wanna Grab Some Lunch?’
‘I’m Out of Pocket’
Cheapism editor Pat Shrader’s pup Coco models what a good work-life balance looks like.
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‘Are You Working to Live? Or Living to Work?’
Dagny encourages dad Marc Levy to take five. And maybe break out the cat treats.
‘Workin’ 9 to … I Dunno … Noon?’
‘But Why Can’t We Work Out There?’
Eli, pup of Dara Sposato, is ready to go on strike if he finds out hard work, fresh air, and sunshine are somehow incompatible.
‘Failure Is Not an Option’
‘No, I Wasn’t Daydreaming … I Was Thinking!’
Kitty, who belongs to Brad Koberg, just fell down a rabbit hole of cat memes and now can’t concentrate on the task at hand.
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‘Will This Meeting Ever End?’
‘Let’s Take This Offline’
‘Time for a Coffee Break?’
LouisV, the French bulldog of Suzanne Schneider, appears to be a fan of caffeine and David Bowie.
‘Take a Break — I Got This’
Moby, standard poodle of Jenn Magid, steps in to help mom with her work.
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‘Memo to Staff: Time For a Walk’
‘MY Mouse’
Nutmeg, who belongs to Cheapism’s Anna Christakos, isn’t entirely clear on the whole “mouse” concept, but is willing to pitch in.
‘Time For a Stretch Break!’
‘Seriously, You’re Still Working?’
Cheapism editor Liane Starr’s pup Oreo practices some serious side-eye in an attempt to get her to stop working and start playing.
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‘So, About That Promotion …’
‘Wait … How Many Hours Do We Work?’
‘Yes, Boss, Whatever You Say Boss’
‘Only 45 More Emails to Go’
‘That Could Have Been an Email’
By staying on the non-business end of the webcam, Yael Squeo’s furry Tyrion attempts to dodge the latest virtual meeting.
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‘Sit Down, Kid’
Saundra Latham’s cat, Dill, “assists” her son with his remote learning.
‘MY Stapler’
Jolie, Dan Roberts’ cat, doesn’t like it when office supplies disappear into thin air.
‘I Called in Sick’
Is Pookie, Liane Starr’s other pup, a master of malingering?
‘It’s 5 o’Clock Somewhere!’
Echo, a Chilean rose hair tarantula who belongs to Cheapism managing editor Danny Jensen, is seriously ready to take a break from her hard work on the Oregon Trail and head straight for the Tiki bar.
‘I’m Just Winging It’
Howard, a pigeon belonging to Teal Malia, is over the daily news as much as any of us is at this point. Malia says his great personality makes him an ideal co-worker.
