As long as she has someone to cover for you, I am sure it is okay.

A plus if she has a dog herself or loves animals. Then she will understand more why you need to do this.

If your bosses are mad over this, then they're jerks. I hope everything goes well with your little pup.

MB here. I would not be bothered at all by this situation.

You're fine, OP.

Anonymous wrote:I also would not be too happy. If you can't make it 3 months without taking time off I already have a bad feeling, plus the fact that you withheld this while interviewing knowing your dog had a pending non-emergency operation that would require you to take a day off. Pretty rude.

It isn't an emergency but it does need to be dealt with. Where in there do you get the idea that she knew at the time of the interview?

OP I wouldn't be upset. You've given time to make a back up plan.. it's fine.

It's fine. Giving that much notice is a big deal and a sign that you are respectful to your MB's time too. She was able to get coverage. It's a non-issue.

very responsible that you got sub lined up too.
should be fine.
also, always check if they are going on vacation or whatever/have a down day while you are scheduling.

Anonymous wrote:I also would not be too happy. If you can't make it 3 months without taking time off I already have a bad feeling, plus the fact that you withheld this while interviewing knowing your dog had a pending non-emergency operation that would require you to take a day off. Pretty rude.

This is something that has just become an issue. I had no idea when I interviewed 4 months ago that my dog would develop an infection, requiring surgery.

I also would not be too happy. If you can't make it 3 months without taking time off I already have a bad feeling, plus the fact that you withheld this while interviewing knowing your dog had a pending non-emergency operation that would require you to take a day off. Pretty rude.

I would be fine with it and wouldn't give it another thought.

Anonymous wrote:I'd be pissed, and it would go against your contract with me, because the first three months are probation and you don't earn any vacation time during that period.

Can't you get someone else to take the dog in? Or use a vet that's open on Saturdays?

I would say yes but it would be unpaid and I would note it as Strike One.

So glad I don't work for you. Op didn't say she was asking to be paid. She wants to be with her pet which are like family members to most people. She shouldn't have to find a new vet that is open on Saturday plus most won't do procedures unless emergency ones on a Saturday incase there are any complications

Anonymous wrote:I'd be pissed, and it would go against your contract with me, because the first three months are probation and you don't earn any vacation time during that period.

Can't you get someone else to take the dog in? Or use a vet that's open on Saturdays?

I would say yes but it would be unpaid and I would note it as Strike One.

You are a horse's patoot.

I'd be pissed, and it would go against your contract with me, because the first three months are probation and you don't earn any vacation time during that period.

Can't you get someone else to take the dog in? Or use a vet that's open on Saturdays?

I would say yes but it would be unpaid and I would note it as Strike One.

MB here. Not a big deal at all.

MB here and I'd be totally fine w/ this. I'd appreciate the advance notice, and would want you to get your dog cared for.

If your boss seemed fine with it don't overthink it.

Would MBs consider this to be a red flag? My dog needs to have a procedure done (not emergency, but not something that can wait too long either) and I gave 2 weeks notice for taking a day off. MB seemed okay with it and found someone to cover for me, but I wonder if I shouldn't be scheduling a day off within the first 3 months.

Thoughts from nannies and MBs?