Puppies and Public Relations
Posted on Fri, Nov 05, 2010
By Caroline
Metis Communications would like to take a moment to introduce readers to our newest addition: Miss Sandy.
A couple of weeks ago, Metis decided to embrace the ever-growing trend and make the office dog-friendly -- a dog mom’s dream come true!
Having Sandy accompany me to work not only lightens the mood for the entire office, but it also puts my mind at ease. I don’t need to worry about leaving her at home by herself or rushing home to let her out. Instead, I can remain productive knowing she is safely napping at my feet.
Sandy also encourages quick walks outside, something I rarely do when I am bogged down with meetings and action items. She reminds us that a trip around the block or a visit to the dog park will help us regain focus and give our brains a needed rest.
A dog can also provide a burst of humor in an otherwise stressful day. Work is piling up, the phone is ringing off the hook, but then all of a sudden, you hear Sandy snoring under the conference table (True story. Sandy snores.) and you have to take a minute to share in a good laugh with your coworkers.
Studies have shown that dogs can energize an office and promote team collaboration and creativity. As PR professionals, we need to keep the creative juices flowing. While Sandy doesn’t actively contribute to brainstorms, she provides the burst of energy needed to get over that 3 p.m. hump, thereby resulting in more productive afternoons.
Yes, Sandy provides many benefits to the office, but having her spend the day here benefits her as well. Dogs love people, plain and simple. Therefore, a dog is happier when she is surrounded by people, rather than home alone. Her tail doesn’t stop wagging from the minute we step off the elevator and she is all smiles (well, dog smiles). And a happy dog equals happy people. Happy people make a happy, productive workplace.