Information Discussion for Gate Guards
Thought I'd start a new topic for Gate Guards to use for comments. Like the moderator suggested-keep technical stuff, recipes, mechanical, etc. where they belong. Lets hear from everyone sucking down ...
Forum Discussion
Southern Nights wrote:Most of us have dogs and have no problems. Yes, they can attract predators, but not a common thing. Some of the oil companies have a "no pet" rule, but it is more for the rig rats living in the crew house than the gate guards living in their own home. If the oil company is enforcing the rule, then you have the option of declining the assignment, without penalty. So don't let your dog be a deterrent.
One thing I have not read on here is anything about pets. Our cat runs the other way when the door is opened but we have a small dog that likes to go outside as much as possible. She never leaves without a leash though.
Just wondering if the scent of a domesticated animal can bring out "unfriendlys" like snakes or coyotes in the more rural gates?
