Nate Patterson has a one-word answer about how he survived the isolation of the pandemic, Louis. The dog was a really nice sanity thing and honestly, he still is. Claire is so attached to Remy she changed jobs. The question about coming back to the office was brought up at my current job and that's when I started searching for a new job where I could bring my dog with me. Recent studies show one in three millennials and almost half of Gen Z would do the same. Claire's new employer Bark makes toys and treats for our four-legged co-workers, like Stacy Grissom's dog Pim a pro at office culture. I've been bringing Pim since the day I got her, so she's been like OG, OG office dog for a long time. How is she as an office mate? She’s a pretty good office mate. Occasionally she'll bark at the salad delivery guy. Overall, I would say she's one of the better co-workers that I have. I bet she never returns an email. No, no! Here opposites attract Dozer the Mastiff and Egg the Pomeranian work together to keep humans in line. Having dogs in the office does it lower the temperature on a stressful day?I think it does it feels very therapeutic, and it feels very relaxing to just kind of claim that time with your dog go on walks or play downstairs. Companies are no longer barking up the wrong tree. 10 percent of Americans say their workplace is making changes to allow dogs. Alex Terry manages the pet needs at Bart.
Some people carry briefcases to work, some people carry backpacks, what have you got? Oh, this is a treat dispenser. There are supply stations for when things get rough. So, these are some of the cool things, we have featured here like just paper towels essentials first aid kits for dogs it's not all fun. And she's off to a meeting. They too have schedules to keep. It's fun that you actually get to, get to meet a client you know. Cody helps Ruston Richberg in his job as chief people officer. Who do you get more complaints about, the two-legged co-workers or the four-legged? Two-legged you don't even you don't need to go any further, two-legged so you can't be stressed with a little face like that. A face people want at work as much as at home for today, Anne Thompson NBC News New York.I’m just saying watch where you step if you work at Bark.Well, that's why you got a treat dispenser at least to kind of discourage them and to go outside.
“most of the time she's nice and quiet”
Dill how's Bosco doing these days?She's doing good. She was my buddy you know when I was working from home, but the problem is I mean most of the time she's nice and quiet and cuddly like you'll see right here but it's when you're on camera and she's barking. I mean it just doesn't work for our business sometimes you know. No doubt she's a nugget, that's for sure.Hey, thanks for watching our YouTube channel find your favorite recipes, celebrity interviews, uplifting stories, shop our favorite deals, and so much more with the today app download it now.
Questions:
Part 1: Comprehension
Watch and summarize the video thinking of who, what, when, where & why.
Part 2: True or False Questions
a) True or false – Nate Patterson’s dog kept him sane during the pandemic. T/F
b) True or False – Recent survey results in America show that employers want more pets in the workplace. T/F
c) True or False – Ruston Richberg gets more complaints about humans than dogs. T/F
d) True or False – The reporter brings her dog to work. T/F
Part 3: Guess the meaning of unknown vocabulary.
a) "Attached" (0:12 min)
b) "OG" (0:47 min)
c) "Therapeutic" (1:16 min)
d) "Barking up the wrong tree" (1:23 min)
Part 4: Dictation
a) Fill in the blanks (0:25 - 0:34 minutes) Recent _______________________________________________same.
b) Fill in the blanks (1:12 - 1:21 minutes) I think __________________________________________________downstairs.
c) Fill in the blanks (2:42 - 2:54 minutes)I mean __________________________________________________ know.
Part 5: Talking Points
Part 6: Role play Scenarios
Scenario 1: Office Dog Adoption
You're Nate Patterson, a millennial who adopted a dog, Louis, during the pandemic. Louis has been your support during isolation. Now back in the office, you're advocating for a pet-friendly policy so Louis can join you at work. You're sharing with your boss and colleagues how Louis's presence has boosted your mental health and productivity.
Scenario 2: Dog-Friendly Job Search
You're Claire, a Gen Z worker at Bark, a dog toy and treat company. You switched jobs to bring your dog, Remy, to work. You're sharing your positive experience and Remy's impact as the "OG office dog" with your employer and colleagues, and discussing studies about millennials and Gen Z employees seeking dog-friendly workplaces.
Scenario 3: Office Dogs Boost Morale
You're Alex Terry, manager of pet needs at Bart, a company with a dog-friendly office policy. You're discussing the benefits of dogs at work, like improved morale and reduced stress, and showing the pet supply stations and treat dispensers Bart offers to support this inclusive work culture.
Part 7: Writing Activity
Write a short paragraph outlining what you think are the most important benefits a companies can provide.
Part 8: Critical Thinking - Animals at work/school
Objective: To reach a consensus on whether pets should be allowed at work/school
Your company/school has decided has asked you to be part of a committee that will decide if pets are allowed to be brought to company/school.
Split into two groups, one group supports the idea and the other is against.
Each team must create a presentation and put forward their reasons as to why they are for or against the idea (In groups think about both the pros and cons).
Lastly, as a class reach a consensus on the best policy for the company/school to implement.
Answers:
Part 1: Comprehension
This is a news report which looks at bringing pets to the office. During COVID lockdowns many people had to work from home, and they could look after and work with their pets, but now that they are back working in their offices some businesses let them bring their pets to work. Some people even changed their job to a job that would allow them to bring their pets, for example, Claire changed her job after the pandemic, and example how she brought her dog, Remy, to work. The report interviews a number of employees at the company Bark and they discuss the various advantages and disadvantages of bringing a pet to work. They point out that it means the dog is less lonely and also it helps keep the dog and its owners relaxed. One key statistic from the report is that 10 percent of Americans say their workplace is making changes to allow dogs.
Part 2: True or False
A: True B: False C: True D: False
Part 3: Guess the meaning of unknown vocabulary or phrases
a) "Attached" Answer: I think this means to feel close or like something a lot. In the video, the speaker states that she is attached to her dog and doesn’t want to leave it at home, so much so that she changed her job. This means she feels very close to her dog.
b) "OG" Answer: I think this means original gangster and it is slang for someone who is authentic or exceptional because in the video the speaker talks about how well her dog handles being in the office, and she thinks he is a natural at office work.
c) "Therapeutic" Answer: I think this means to have a good effect on the body or mind because in the video the speaker talks about how good it feels to have his pet with him, and states that he feels very relaxed when his dog is beside him.
d) "Barking up the wrong tree" Answer: I think it means perusing the wrong approach to something because in the video the reporter talks about how a new approach to accepting pets in the workplace seems to be better and that employers are not starting to realize it.
Part 4: Dictation
a) Fill in the blanks (0:25 - 0:34 minutes) Recent studies show one in three millennials and almost half of Gen Z would do the same.
b) Fill in the blanks (1:12 - 1:21 minutes) I think it does it feels very therapeutic and it feels very relaxing to just kind of claim that time with your dog go on walks or play downstairs.
c) Fill in the blanks (2:42 - 2:54 minutes) I mean it just doesn't work for our business sometimes you know.
Part 7: Writing (example)
The most important benefits a company can provide include comprehensive health insurance, which ensures employees' well-being; flexible working hours, allowing for a better work-life balance; and opportunities for professional development, fostering career growth. Retirement plans, such as 401(k) matching, secure employees' future financial stability. Additionally, offering mental health support and wellness programs can significantly enhance overall employee satisfaction and productivity. Finally, creating an inclusive and diverse workplace culture, along with providing family-friendly policies like parental leave, greatly contributes to a supportive and engaging work environment.
