In pictures: Take your dog to work

Amber the BeagleSacheen Yadav

BBC readers and viewers have been sharing photos of their favourite canines at work. Amber "is the pride and joy of the office and brings many smiles to my co-workers during the day," says Sacheen Yadav

Ellie the dog wearing protective headphonesAlan Barber

Ellie keeps her owner Alan Barber company while he works in a fine furniture workshop in Bristol. However, those delicate ears need some protection!

Tomasz holds Ralphy the dog on his lap in the officeTomasz

"This is Ralphy - he's so cute," says Tomasz, who works in London. Ralphy has been coming to the office for three months and everyone loves him, including Tomasz' boss.

Pippa the dog sits on a desk in front of a computer screenBernard Beaves

Bernard's dog Pippa mixes with all of his work colleague. "She helps ease the atmosphere in a busy office," he says.

Bernard lying on the floor to take a 'selfie' with PippaBernard Beaves

"She also makes me have a break and walk her round the block. So we both get exercise," adds Bernard.

Sampson the dog sitting next to a collection box for RNLITracey Partridge

Tracey's dog, Sampson, attracts a lot of interest with customers and passers by in Clacton-on-Sea. "He really is a star and is loved by everyone." she says.

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