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10 tweets that prove pets make the worst co-workers

The Internet is a treasure trove for videos that prove how pets make the worst co-workers.

Updated on: Mar 24, 2020, 16:58:47 IST
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At a time when several businesses have moved their employees from corporate desks to domestic couches, many are working from small spaces and struggling to adapt to this new norm. And it isn’t easy, especially, when you have to work with the worst co-workers waiting to distract you with their cuteness. Yes, we’re talking about the pets.

Image shows a cat ‘working’ on laptop. (Twitter/@gottapatchemal)
Image shows a cat ‘working’ on laptop. (Twitter/@gottapatchemal)

The Internet is a treasure trove for such videos that prove how pets make the worst co-workers in a Work From Home scenario. We’ve collected some awesome stories of fur babies who are, with absolute diligence, performing their work duties to the fullest by pestering their humans. So what if the humans’ work suffers?

Here’s one such co-worker that this Twitter user is working with. All he does is walk up to their desk and stare. On top of that, he even pats on their leg until they reciprocate the gesture. Damn that cutie!

While some pets are textbook examples of perfect “colleagues” that’s certainly not the case for this person. Here’s what her co-worker insists on doing when she tries to get some work done:

Here’s someone who – quite sarcastically – informed that she loves working from home because her pets “never fight”. Well, if you’re missing some workplace drama then this is a video you shouldn’t miss:

What happens when someone’s pet rabbit is in charge of checking the copies of the students? Why of course, the furry ball eats it.

What happens when you have more than one co-worker?

Here’s someone who has to take extra load while working from home because their co-workers want them to act as the “pet butler” too:

For a change, here’s someone who is using the distraction to their own advantage. They even have tips to share:

“Oh, are you trying to work from home” what do you do when your pet “asks” you this very essential question? You give up everything and pet them – just like this Twitter user:

“How do people with pets work productively from home?” They don’t:

When your co-worker demands “equal wage” because they’re doing all the hard work – cuddling and being cute:

The only thing we have to say to people working from home with their pets is:

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Are you working with your adorably annoying co-workers too?

  • Trisha Sengupta
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    Trisha Sengupta

    Trisha Sengupta works as Chief Content Producer at Hindustan Times with over six years of experience in the digital newsroom. Known for her ability to decode the internet’s most talked-about moments, she specialises in high-engagement storytelling that bridges the gap between viral trends and traditional journalism. Throughout her tenure, Trisha has focused on the intersection of technology, finance, and human emotion. She frequently covers personal finance and real estate struggles in hubs like Gurgaon, Bengaluru, and Hyderabad, while also documenting the unique challenges of the NRI experience. Her work often highlights the movements and philosophies of global newsmakers and personalities like Elon Musk, Mukesh Ambani, Nikhil Kamath, Dubai crown prince, and MrBeast. From reporting on Amazon or Meta layoffs and startup culture to the emergence of AI-driven platforms like Grok and xAI, she provides a grounded and empathetic perspective on the stories shaping our world. When not decoding the internet, Trisha is likely offline: lost in a book, exploring a historical ruin, or navigating the world as a solo traveler. She balances her fast-paced career with family time and a healthy dose of curiosity, currently trading her "human" sources for silicon ones as she masters AI to future-proof her storytelling.Read More

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