Reasons to Bring Your Dog to Work

By: Ari Alvarez, Zimmvet Daycare Staff

1. Pets Relieve Stress

Having pets in the office reduces stress and makes employees feel more relaxed. Studies have been done that found individuals who brought their dogs to work had decreased stress levels when compared with those who did not bring any pets to work. Those who did not bring pets to work showed increasing levels of stress throughout the workday.

2. Pets in the Workplace Benefit Work-Life Balance

Companies have been open to pets in the workplace due to their effect on work-life balance. Both employers and employees stated it helps them pass long work hours happily, and the pets remind them to take necessary breaks.

3. Pets Improve Your Company Image

Allowing pets in the office can boost a customer’s view of the business. Most customers have a positive response when they are offered a chance to interact with an employee’s pet, and it can help them to relax and enjoy their visit to the business. Having pets in the office also tends to soften the company’s image and makes a business seem more progressive and forward thinking.

4. Pets Attract Workers

Employee turnover is costly, and companies are always looking for perks and benefits that will draw loyal employees. A pet-friendly policy will keep workers happy and encouraging new hires to stay loyal.

Implementing a pet policy will not always be a walk in the park. Not all workers are pet lovers, pet-friendly policies just aren’t suitable for certain businesses.

If bringing your pet to work is something that interests you and you believe your workplace would benefit from allowing pets and is a suitable environment, work with your leadership team to start implementing a pet policy and what it would take to make your workplace pet friendly.