How about a service dog? I only ask because that surely could still cause trouble for someone highly allergic (I'm sensitive to that subject, because my husband and one of my sons are VERY allergic to cats).
Personally, I think it probably depends on the office and the environment of that office, and how the other workers feel about it. And of course, how much and what sort of customer contact there was.
susie
A ervice dog is a necessity sometimes, and I wouldn't argue that. BUT in most businesses a certain air of professionalism is required and you ARE expected to bring yourself to the job ready to work and not be pulled around by personal distractions. If that makes me some sort of Captain Bligh, then have Mr. Christian report to me immediately :-)