Going to work with your dog should be allowed in most companies.

If every dog has its day, that day may be now for thousands of dogs around the country, and all they're missing is a paycheck. Many companies have begun allowing employees to bring their pets -- specifically dogs -- to the workplace.

If you would like to convince your employer to adopt a more friendly policy towards workplace dogs, here are just a few helpful discussion points:

• Dogs in the workplace increase staff morale and productivity.

• Dogs also tend to increase camaraderie among employees.

• Dogs make employees happier, resulting in enhanced job performance.

• Dogs can also serve as an effective criminal deterrent