The pets compete heavily for this honor. There are many hard working cats, dogs, and other creatures, four legged and not, at Market Decisions Research. This month, Penny holds the distinction of being Pet of the Month (also, she’s my dog so I get to choose).

Penny is an eight pound Chihuahua, full of spit and vinegar. She has never met another dog she likes, but she is kind enough to not let the other dogs know that. She is a dedicated mouser and torturer of her cat brother, Ozzie. She guards her home and family with the tenacity of a Doberman. In fact, she is completely unaware that she is shrimp. Don’t mess with Penny.