Whether it’s pedigree pups or mangy mutts, decorators’ dogs are valued members of staff at embroidery and print shops from Barking to Furness. In our November 2025 issue we have Dottie from Smee Designs in Droitwich, Worcestershire.
Full name: Dottie.
Breed: Jack Russell/Patterdale terrier.
Age: : 20 months.
Time at company: One year.
Job title: Security and litter picker.
Job description: She has the very important job of checking the door for clients and welcoming them with a very happy tail, expecting treats. And has the main job of collecting anything that falls on the floor during production.
Special skills: Can bark at a shadow, and demand a cuddle at any moment. But will happily lay in her bed and sleep under the desk. A pretty chilled puppy.
Favourite colour: Ultra Violet 18-3838 as it our logo colour.
