I sometimes ask myself, should i own a dog at the office? A cute dog wagging his tail can make you look better in your performance, happier, and not so stressed. As companies evolve with an ever-evolving workforce that values project satisfaction more than previous generations, it’s important to provide incentives that set them apart from others in your organization. The way to attract talent and demonstrate your respect for work-life balance is to open the door to unsuspecting friends. If you are looking to create a dog-friendly office situation, consider these proven benefit:
Decreases Stress
With long working hours, consumer demands at all times of the day, and increasing performance demands, many of those at work have been feeling stressed lately. “American companies lose hundreds of thousands of dollars each year due to stress-related costs, such as lost productivity and absenteeism. The benefits of dogs in relieving workplace stress are one of the main reasons why we are seeing an increase in dog-owned offices across the country, such as those of Fortune 500 companies,” says Rover’s Human Resources Manager, Jovana Teodorovic.
Promotes Competitiveness in Hiring
As Teodorovic says, validity and retention have a high priority in recruitment – yet this requires creativity. In case the owner of a pet sends his furry companion to the office during a show, and another one does not, it can be a decisive factor for the choice or not of the offer. “In addition to all the advantages of a dog-friendly office, companies that step up and provide staff for dogs, such as pet insurance companies and campus pet parks, can gain a competitive advantage over their competitors,” he adds.
Makes You Happier With Your Job
If you’ve ever had a puppy, or even if you’re a parent, you’ll know exactly how much stress is affecting your psychological area. Not only do you enjoy seeing these kids all healthy and happy, but you also feel very guilty if you think you’re not giving them the best wagging tail. Not surprisingly, when companies allow their teams to provide their puppies to their teams so they can function, it leads to happier, more loyal employees,” he says.
Contributes to a Healthier Office Culture
If employees associate their position with feelings of anxiety, fear, or nervousness, they probably won’t enjoy being in the office. More importantly, they won’t invest so much in their responsibilities. This part changes the whole dynamic of the company that depends on Teodorovic.
Improves Productivity
“Creating a civilization that is welcoming, alive and effective with dogs – which is considered equally useful and appropriate for pet owners – helps to create a constructive and healthy atmosphere in the workplace. Corporate culture is essential in today’s labor market and is an important factor for future employee civilization when it comes to deciding between different offers,” he explains. “This makes sense when you think that many studies have shown that short breaks during the working day – whether it’s finding an attractive game at lunchtime or giving a mutt an excellent scratch to support the ear – help employees regain energy and attention.