Business & Tech

Take Your Dog To Work Today

Well, maybe check with your boss first.

When you grab your cup of coffee and your briefcase, you might want to grab a leash and your four-legged friend, as today isย Take Your Dog To Work Day.

The event, which started in 1999 by Pet Sitters International, was created to help promote pet adoption from humane societies, animal shelters and breed rescue clubs.

Although not every employer is in on the special day, many offices do open their doors to dogs.

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So, if you do end up participating โ€” send us an e-mail with a picture at ryanm@patch.com. Or let us know if you're a local business that is allowing pets at work for the day and we'll come by and take a picture, too.

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