Take these dog breeds to work with you
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Many companies are now allowing their employees to have man's best friend accompany them to the office.
- Alison O'Brien, PetBreeds.com
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Bringing a dog to work may have been unheard of in the past, but many companies are now allowing their employees to have man's best friend accompany them to the office. Of course, there's a difference between a well-behaved, friendly canine residing at a colleague's desk and having the pet distract and disrupt the working environment.
Luckily, PetBreeds, a pets research site in the Graphiq network, ranked the best dogs to bring to work. Using data from Animal Planet and the American Kennel Club, PetBreeds created a "Work Score" scaled from 1-100 to measure how well variations of Fido would fit in a workplace environment. The score is comprised of eight equal criteria: obedience level, barking, energy level, trainability, protection ability, friendliness toward strangers, shedding and affection level.
It should be noted that no dog breed scored over 80 out of 100 on the Work Score, suggesting that few breeds are completely suited for office life. Also, the age of the dog makes a difference. It's probably not a good idea to bring your untrained puppy into work, even if its breed does possess a high Work Score.
Note: Ties were broken by dog breed popularity, ranked from a list of 1 to 184 breeds. Work Scores are calculated to five decimal places. For the purpose of this ranking, we rounded to the nearest hundredth.
- Alison O'Brien, PetBreeds.com
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Work Score: 77.09
2015 Popularity: 144
Irish water spaniels are known to be a talented breed adept at agility, tracking and competitive obedience. They are also intelligent, responsive and loyal.
- Alison O'Brien, PetBreeds.com
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Work Score: 77.09
2015 Popularity: 86
Flat-coated retrievers are known to be sweet, outgoing and playful. Although their moderate shedding may peeve some coworkers, their cheerful disposition makes them a solid choice for an office pet.
- Alison O'Brien, PetBreeds.com
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Work Score: 77.09
2015 Popularity: 60
English cocker spaniels are known for being affectionate and social companions. They love exercise, so take them on a walk around the office during the lunch hour.
- Alison O'Brien, PetBreeds.com
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Work Score: 77.09
2015 Popularity: 16
Mini schnauzers are small enough to fit under a desk, but tenacious and loyal enough to guard against potentially unfriendly coworkers. They make perfect office companions.
- Alison O'Brien, PetBreeds.com
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Work Score: 77.09
2015 Popularity: 11
The German shorthaired pointer is an intelligent, affectionate and loyal animal. If they are trained well and exercised properly, they would make a great addition to any company.
- Alison O'Brien, PetBreeds.com
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Work Score: 77.1
2015 Popularity: 79
Although the Staffordshire bull terrier has an intimidating stocky build, the breed is known for being intelligent and extremely fond of humans. Their outgoing disposition makes them a great choice to bring to the office.
- Alison O'Brien, PetBreeds.com
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Work Score: 77.1
2015 Popularity: 15
The Great Dane is known for being one of the tallest dog breeds in the world. Despite their giant size, Great Danes are gentle, friendly, loyal and quiet.
- Alison O'Brien, PetBreeds.com
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Work Score: 79.16
2015 Popularity: 9
Surprised to see the rottweiler on this list? Rottweilers get a bad rep, but they are actually good-natured companions. They also make excellent guard dogs, perfect for a late night at the office.
- Alison O'Brien, PetBreeds.com
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Work Score: 79.17
2015 Popularity: 37
Newfoundlands are known for being large, intelligent and loyal. They possess tremendous strength, making them the perfect protective companion for those late hours at work.
- Alison O'Brien, PetBreeds.com
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Work Score: 79.18
2015 Popularity: 8
Poodles are loyal, intelligent and affectionate dogs known for being easily trainable and responsive. They also shed minimally and are great watchdogs. These qualities earn them the No. 3 spot on this list.
- Alison O'Brien, PetBreeds.com
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Work Score: 79.18
2015 Popularity: 3
Golden retrievers are some of the most popular dogs in the United States, and for good reason. They are friendly, intelligent and outgoing. Golden retrievers commonly work as service dogs, providing aid to those in need.
- Alison O'Brien, PetBreeds.com
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Work Score: 81.25
2015 Popularity: 32
Drumroll, please... the best dog to bring to work according to PetBreeds is the Vizsla. Vizslas hit just about every criteria in the Work Score. They are alert, affectionate, energetic, friendly, loyal, protective, quiet and shed minimally. Vizslas are the ultimate dog breed to bring to work.
- Alison O'Brien, PetBreeds.com
Bringing a dog to work may have been unheard of in the past, but many companies are now allowing their employees to have man's best friend accompany them to the office. Of course, there's a difference between a well-behaved, friendly canine residing at a colleague's desk and having the pet distract and disrupt the working environment.
Luckily, PetBreeds, a pets research site in the Graphiq network, ranked the best dogs to bring to work. Using data from Animal Planet and the American Kennel Club, PetBreeds created a "Work Score" scaled from 1-100 to measure how well variations of Fido would fit in a workplace environment. The score is comprised of eight equal criteria: obedience level, barking, energy level, trainability, protection ability, friendliness toward strangers, shedding and affection level.
It should be noted that no dog breed scored over 80 out of 100 on the Work Score, suggesting that few breeds are completely suited for office life. Also, the age of the dog makes a difference. It's probably not a good idea to bring your untrained puppy into work, even if its breed does possess a high Work Score.
Note: Ties were broken by dog breed popularity, ranked from a list of 1 to 184 breeds. Work Scores are calculated to five decimal places. For the purpose of this ranking, we rounded to the nearest hundredth.
- Alison O'Brien, PetBreeds.com
Work Score: 77.09
2015 Popularity: 144
Irish water spaniels are known to be a talented breed adept at agility, tracking and competitive obedience. They are also intelligent, responsive and loyal.
- Alison O'Brien, PetBreeds.com
Work Score: 77.09
2015 Popularity: 86
Flat-coated retrievers are known to be sweet, outgoing and playful. Although their moderate shedding may peeve some coworkers, their cheerful disposition makes them a solid choice for an office pet.
- Alison O'Brien, PetBreeds.com
Work Score: 77.09
2015 Popularity: 60
English cocker spaniels are known for being affectionate and social companions. They love exercise, so take them on a walk around the office during the lunch hour.
- Alison O'Brien, PetBreeds.com
Work Score: 77.09
2015 Popularity: 16
Mini schnauzers are small enough to fit under a desk, but tenacious and loyal enough to guard against potentially unfriendly coworkers. They make perfect office companions.
- Alison O'Brien, PetBreeds.com
Work Score: 77.09
2015 Popularity: 11
The German shorthaired pointer is an intelligent, affectionate and loyal animal. If they are trained well and exercised properly, they would make a great addition to any company.
- Alison O'Brien, PetBreeds.com
Work Score: 77.1
2015 Popularity: 79
Although the Staffordshire bull terrier has an intimidating stocky build, the breed is known for being intelligent and extremely fond of humans. Their outgoing disposition makes them a great choice to bring to the office.
- Alison O'Brien, PetBreeds.com
Work Score: 79.16
2015 Popularity: 9
Surprised to see the rottweiler on this list? Rottweilers get a bad rep, but they are actually good-natured companions. They also make excellent guard dogs, perfect for a late night at the office.
- Alison O'Brien, PetBreeds.com
Work Score: 79.17
2015 Popularity: 37
Newfoundlands are known for being large, intelligent and loyal. They possess tremendous strength, making them the perfect protective companion for those late hours at work.
- Alison O'Brien, PetBreeds.com
Work Score: 79.18
2015 Popularity: 8
Poodles are loyal, intelligent and affectionate dogs known for being easily trainable and responsive. They also shed minimally and are great watchdogs. These qualities earn them the No. 3 spot on this list.
- Alison O'Brien, PetBreeds.com
Work Score: 79.18
2015 Popularity: 3
Golden retrievers are some of the most popular dogs in the United States, and for good reason. They are friendly, intelligent and outgoing. Golden retrievers commonly work as service dogs, providing aid to those in need.
- Alison O'Brien, PetBreeds.com
Work Score: 81.25
2015 Popularity: 32
Drumroll, please... the best dog to bring to work according to PetBreeds is the Vizsla. Vizslas hit just about every criteria in the Work Score. They are alert, affectionate, energetic, friendly, loyal, protective, quiet and shed minimally. Vizslas are the ultimate dog breed to bring to work.
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