In this difficult time that is the quarantine, most of us have to work from home, which means we don't get to see our colleagues. However, there's the next best thing: our pets!
They are here for us to make our workday better. So we ask you, the Bored Panda community, to share your current furry, feathery, or scaley companions and tell us what it is that they do during the workday.
Hopefully, these pictures will make your day a little brighter.
Update: thank you all for your lovely submissions! The thread is closed now.
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When You Work From Home And Your Manager Wants A Word With You
Not my cat, but this was too good not to add to this list. Link below
You don't always work from home, but when you do I want to sit on the keyboard. -the Most Important Cat in the World
Cats know what's up. This ones face says exactly what's on its mind..... "Why you wasting all that time on this stuff. You know the doink in the cubicle next to your little slice of dull captivity with no fresh air or windows is just going to take credit for this c**p you're doing. Feed me and hey, grab something from your stash of caned, pasta, uninteresting stuff and then try a cat nap. Let your mind go. I'll wake you when I want to be fed. I'd trade you for something you got but one of us has to get out alive. At least I don't use your toilet paper. We need more kitty litter by the way. Just pick some up next time you break quarantine and walk to the store. Poor Alexa is so overworked. Pick up something for yourself too. And move over. It's May nap time. Jeez". Yes. That's this guy. And I'd do it all for him because You don't ever want to p**s of a cat.
Oh, Hooman’s Having A Call? I Sings For His Colleagues!
My dog did that to me today—-my first full day working from home. I was on a Skype call to boot.
Well, on the bright side, his colleagues are probably having similar problems...maybe Fiddo is answering the other dogs on the call!
I used to teach online and always dreaded if the postman had to come to the door. 3 dogs-a-barkin'
Dogs hate phones. Mine always start calling for attention when I take my phone or speak to someone. They usually try to stand between me and the display :-D
Our Border collie grabs his Mr. Bill Toy and stands under you going "Oh Noooo" and then sings ....every phone call...have to go outside...
Proving His Belly Rub Is More Important Than My Meeting...
Looks like my cat. He will meow his head off and pull on my hands until I rub his belly. Anyone that says cats don't like their tummy rubbed has never seen yours nor mine. My 2 spoiled babies even like baths, they jump in the tub with me if I forget to shut the door tight. LOL
She looks just like mine every time I enter a room she's in. She was just diagnosed with a very rare condition. Don't ask me to name it. Her intestines are wrapped around her heart and lungs, causing labored breathing. She's lived with it for 10 years so far...
New Home Office Co-Worker With Boundary Issues
You win the internet today. Too terribly funny!!’
Load More Replies...Coffee First, Then Meeting
Cat hair is a condiment; didn't you know that?
Load More Replies..."And don't forget the catnip. I need a pep in my step with you around. Which reminds me, my 3am call to my people has been rescheduled to 1am & 5am."
My hubby before work....you know, before you had to drive to work. This is very cute🤣
This Is My Co-Worker Shilo Trying To Get My Attention. He Puts His Rings On His Head Like This When He Wants Me To Play With Him
When The It Department Is Less Than Helpful...
IT department. Dang autocorrect! His name is Inigo Montoya... he's got an attitude.
Hello, my name is Inigo Montoya. I've killed your laptop, prepare to die!😂
Load More Replies...My Coworker Makes Sure I Don't Forget To Take Regular Breaks
My Coworker Never Forgets To Heal Me Up
When Your Co-Worker Just Wants The Cupboard Opened So They Can Eat All Your Apocalypse Snacks!
Haha he thinks he's the boss :)
Load More Replies...Apocalypse snacks - that's a good one. Someone should make one with 200% of your daily recommended fat, sugar, and salt.
These are adorable birds: my dad used to have an African Ring-Neck Parakeet and she would sing beautifully when she was in a good mood.,
They really are Jackie! My co-worker is an Indian Ring Neck Parrot and while he doesn't sing (although he loves squarking me the song of his people!) he's incredibly intelligent and makes me laugh everyday. They just have such individual personalities and sadly people underestimate birds all too often.
Load More Replies...More like he wants ALL the crackers!!
Load More Replies...Lola Is Big On Sharing The Office Space
Haha, my cat did that all the time! Sat together like a bobsled team.
looks as there's no space for meowmy. I always place my cats on my lap when that happens. If they happen to be on my lap when I have to go to the bathroom, etc, I bring them with me.
My Coworkers Didn't Invite Me To The Meeting.
You mean the annoying, brainless fluff ball that invaded my home? Yes, hooman, that. Now get me some cat food!
Load More Replies...I don't think a hooman could give you side eye than the cat on the right
They look like they are trying to figure out why the human is still home.
Petunia Is Mad I Stopped Petting Her To Try To Join A Skype Meeting
Nothing is more important than petting the cat! Work on your priorities, human!
She was part of a meeting via video. Everyone spent a good 4 minutes of it going, "aww...". Today she sat in my lap and batted treats around and banged on the keyboard.
Load More Replies...Petunia looks like her real name (in cat language) is something like Werewolf Warlord of Doom 😂
She tends to look serious a lot. I love her angry/grumpy faces. Thanks for noticing she is adorable. I'll let her know!
Load More Replies...I wouldn’t stop petting that cat. Hell I wouldn’t stop petting anything with yellow eyes!
Aren't they awesome? She was feral. Humane Society fixed her as a young cat and clipped her ear and released her. They said she couldn't be socialized. It took a good 2 months. But somehow she chose me as her human. She doesn't like most people and will run and hide. But she never stops purring with me :).
Load More Replies...She is banned to sleeping in the other room. Reason is she f***s with and try to eat/groom my hair while I'm sleeping. I have woken more than once to her sitting on my throat trying to take my hair band out. Then I inhale all her hair and almost die. She's gonna kill me one day. Haha!
Load More Replies...What Are Your Job Qualifications?
I can bring you catnip, I am very good in allowing my coworkers to lay on my computer, and I am an expert at chin scratches.
Technically, the cat bringing catnip into the workplace is Kitty trying to deal drugs at work. (Wait. Come to think of it...)
Load More Replies...Cat qualifications: -relieve stress -get in your way of working -keep workspace mouse-free and bird-free -meow loudly for attention -entertain kids
Fine, Take Over My Meeting. They Like You Better, Anyway!! 🤣🤣
Cat: You didn't tell me you were having a meeting, Mom. Let me join you.
He actually just butted in and took over the meeting! Dude wasn’t even on the agenda!
You Wanna Go Working Hoomam? Nah, Stay Here
Is that a dog or a goat? I can't figure out if I'm stupid or blind, but I seriously can't tell =*)
Not Interested In Growing The Economy
I'm blending here! Trying to work with them on the day core! What do you expect I'm a cat, I can type but can't find spell check.
My Coworker Does Not Understand Social Distancing
Hahahahahaha! No boundary issues with cats -- unless it is their boundaries.
Every white and orange cat like this makes me think of our old cat who we had to give away :/
When You Coworker Steals Your Coffee
omg that looks like Nigel from Rio lmao is that weird i still remember that movie?
My Co-Worker Has Mastered His Supervisory Stare
Despite his stern expression, he is a total cuddle monster who love to sit on my lap purring his head off. :)
Turned Away From My Desk To See My Coworker Rolling Around On The Floor For Attention
Hey, he's a good kitty and he's just helping you out with the chores around the house...he's dusting the floor for you!!
She just realised that someone else is in the room. What? What do you mean by what am I doing?
He is very funny. He's a complete doofus bless him
Load More Replies...The New Girl In The Office Is A Little Weird
My Co-Workers Told Me That They Both Worked The Night Shift, So I'll Have To Run The Office Alone During The Day.
They have a dog bed, but they are sleeping on the floor. That's dogs for you.
Yup, they mainly use it as a toy, to noisily make a nest, lay in it until they fall asleep and then move back to the floor. 😝
Load More Replies...Someone To Watch Over Me
damp cloth with water. Maybe soap. Nothing more
Load More Replies...Sitting here in all our glory looking gorgeous and they talk about poop!
What To Do When You Catch Your Co-Worker Sleeping?
I love this, she sleeps just like my baby girl..No inhibitions :) <3
If they’re sleeping with a smile like that on their face, just leave them alone and let them have their happy dreams.
Just like my Boo-boo, it must be a dog thing, but I have to join the testing of this furniture...
What's on his/her upper leg / belly crease? I think I might be seeing things.
And apparently having an awesome dream. Lady bits on view, no f's given
Call the HR or fetch a blanket...depend on how much you like your co-worker
Just Finished Biting The Power Cord On The Home Laptop.
And managed to absorb the whole internet doing it. That explains the thousand yard stare.
equipment! Is spell check when I need it. My coworker got shots at the vet today so he is asleep guess that is how the mistake was missed!
Load More Replies...I love how you can see the hooman's reflection on the laptop and she is NOT amused
Bite laptop power cord ...... check Interrupt online meeting .....check Lie on keyboard ...... check .....
My Colleague Isn't Very Eager To Work Today
I love when the animal in question has a pillow under their head like a human sleeping.
My Coworker Helps Me Draw By Trying To Eat The Tablet Pen
For anybody else wondering about that sticker, I did some research so I might as well share: it's Trump kissing Putin with the phrase "make everything great again". stsmall507...8f8.u1.jpg
Cat thinking 'Wonder what is in that gray box and is she going to stab it with that pen?'
Sparkie’s Falling Asleep During File Format Conf Call
Some of your human coworkers have probably done this in actual meetings. It's just not as cute.
Sheldon The Motivator
We need more coworkers like Sheldon! But. Canine. Or feline. Or other animals. Not humans, though. That would be inappropriate. And just. Gross.
Why must we have "baby talk" sbout our pets? My dog would bite me if I tried that c**p with him.
Whadda Mean My Files Were Deleted?!
Staying Awake At Night Knowing That You Have A 4 Hour Conference Call In The Morning
Ugh. 40 minute conference calls seem like forever. I’d rather shave my head than endure a 4 hour conference call.
Getting Some Fresh Air - And Fluffy Visitors - When Working From Home
Office Security Guard Implementing New Techniques.
Is your dog one of the herding breeds? By laying across the doorway, they are making sure that the herd stays in that room. I think your doggo deserves a treat for being so good at their job. Maybe even a bonus!
She is a "super mutt" officially, I wasn't aware that was a thing until we did her DNA. Rest assured, she get's daily treats and is always employee of the week.
Load More Replies...15 Min Power Nap At Work
Tsuki Is Thrilled To Be On A Webinar
I've been thinking of getting him a tie too lol
Load More Replies...When Your Co-Worker Keeps Triggering The Capslock
My Coworker Always Sleeps On The Job, Smh
Bosscat Says Noone Leaves Till Work Is Done!!!
And by “work” Bosscat means belly rubs and/or happy scratches.
My Coworker Doesn’t Care If I Am Trying To Teach My Students Or That A Zoom Is In Progress
Why Did I Learn To Type With 10 Fingers? In The Home Office I Can Only Use 5 !
My Coworker Is Bored With Me Right Now.
My Coworker Won’t Stop Man Spreading
My Coworker Brings Her "Children" To Sofa Meeting
My Coworker’s Eye Is Not The Only Thing That Stinks Around Here
That's My Coffee Now
Hooman Work Can Wait, Pet Me Already!
My Coworker Is Creepily Sitting At My Feet Staring At Me.
Looks like Petey from The Little Rascals! The original, I mean, with Spanky (McFarland) and Alfalfa (Sweitzer).
My neighbor has a dog named Petey that looks just like Petey in the show.
Load More Replies...My Coworker Is Sleeping On The Job Again...
Only because I sat down next to her to take the picture & disturbed her slumber!😆
Load More Replies...Called Into His Office...
My Co-Worker Is Making Sure That My Roommate Is Staying Warm. He Normally Teaches Ice Skating, So Staying Warm Is Always On The To-Do List
He loves my roommate more than me. 😿 Beans and his mama were both very skittish when I adopted them 15 months ago. He has made more social progress than Mama Leia has.
Load More Replies...Treats First .. Then Work !
When Your Co-Worker Gives Zero F@$%s About Your Productivity Level...
My Inappropriate Co-Worker...
My Coworker Is Just As Unmotivated As Me.
More of this, please! ........Also, my cats crashed my group meeting on Zoom today, one with a piercing meeeeeow, the other by flopping on the keyboard of my laptop.... Too busy cussing to take a pic, alas.
My three "co-workers" sit on my books and research papers, walk across, gnaw on, and stand in front of the laptop. I'm hiding some of my work in a bathroom closet, because tracking "wild clay" through the house is NOT part of my experimental archaeology project!
Load More Replies...Absolutely wonderful! Keep them coming. I'm retired now but remember telecommuting very well. Beautiful animals and great people!
What do you mean, "...the next best thing" BP? These are the best colleagues, period!
More of this, please! ........Also, my cats crashed my group meeting on Zoom today, one with a piercing meeeeeow, the other by flopping on the keyboard of my laptop.... Too busy cussing to take a pic, alas.
My three "co-workers" sit on my books and research papers, walk across, gnaw on, and stand in front of the laptop. I'm hiding some of my work in a bathroom closet, because tracking "wild clay" through the house is NOT part of my experimental archaeology project!
Load More Replies...Absolutely wonderful! Keep them coming. I'm retired now but remember telecommuting very well. Beautiful animals and great people!
What do you mean, "...the next best thing" BP? These are the best colleagues, period!
