'Milo, You Can Come Out': Houston Woman Works From Home. It's Affecting Her Relationship With Her Dog

"Remote work has boomed since the start of the COVID-19 pandemic in 2020, and it's still going strong. Even though more companies have been calling employees back to the office, a large share of Americans continue to work from home. In 2025, that's roughly 32.6 million people, about 22% of the national workforce. While many say remote work is flexible, budget-friendly, and overall healthier, it turns out it's not just changing people's routines. It's changing their pets' routines, too."

"In the video, Megan explains that she works from home and rarely does her hair or makeup anymore. "And when I do, my dog knows that I'm going somewhere, and it's the saddest thing ever," she says. She then turns her camera toward Milo, who's sitting quietly inside his crate, staring at her with wide eyes. "Milo, what are you doing? What are you doing in there?" she asks. Milo barely moves, quietly protesting her getting ready to leave. "I'm not going anywhere, Milo," she says softly. "You can come out.""

"In the comments, viewers couldn't get over Milo's expression. "You better have stayed home," one person wrote. Another added, "Better be going to get pup cups and toys." Some pointed out that dogs are surprisingly good at picking up on routines. "It's so funny when they make up their own cues," one commenter said. "Chloe knows it's time to go workout when I shake my water bottle." "He's not mad, just disappointed lol," one viewer joked. How Remote Work May Affect Pets For many pets, having their owners home all day feels like a dream. Animal behavior experts"

Remote work remains common in 2025, with roughly 32.6 million people—about 22% of the workforce—working from home. Many people find remote work flexible, budget-friendly, and healthier. The shift to home-based work has changed household routines and affected pets' daily lives. A Houston pet owner recorded her dog Milo reacting with quiet distress when she puts on makeup and prepares to leave, despite usually staying home. Online viewers noted dogs' sensitivity to human cues and routines, often interpreting preparations to leave as signals for separation. For many pets, having their owners home all day feels like a dream.

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