Furbabies - NO! Keep your resume professional

In forums, Workampers often refer to their dogs as "furbabies." It's a cute expression. I've also seen it in cover letters and resumes. That's a no-no.

Your resume and cover letter should be professional. That means don't use slang like furbabies, DH (Instant Messenger for dear husband), or my better half.

If you are applying to work at an RV park where your dogs will be living on site, you should definitely mention that you have a dog or dogs. You could include their photo and even letters of recommendation for them, assuring the employer that your dogs are well-behaved pets. Just don't call them furbabies! Jaimie Hall Bruzenak

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