Solo Practice

Sit, Doggie, Sit

By Michael R. Grossman

I brought my dog into work today. Belmont is a good dog, usually, and I've long thought it would be great if she could keep me company on office days. My office has lots of light and she could do exactly what she does at home - lounge near an open window while taking frequent naps. Easy.

So, after my morning meeting, I stopped by my house and picked her up. Excited as always to ride in the car, she and her wagging tail came along eagerly. We traveled from the parking garage elevator through the city and up into my office - still optimistic that this would be a productive arrangement for both man and beast.

When we arrived she was too excited to sit still - sniffing, looking, making sure I wasn't going to leave her. Understandably, she was a bit nervous. So, we took a walk around the neighboorhod some more, emptied all important doggie parts, and tried to settle in for a little work. At the moment she's sleeping within the doorway and apparently content.

She's not always going to accompany me to the office. She could easily become a distraction during an important client meeting or on days when I have a lots of writing to finish. But on days like today, when the office and my phone are quiet, she's a lovely addition to the ambience of this solo's office.

Full post as published by Practical Lawyering on May 08, 2008 (boomark / email).