Millions of Americans believe pets on the job lower absenteeism and encourage workers to get along, according to the survey by the American Pet Products Manufacturers Association.
Pet-friendly environments can pay off in a competitive job market, said Phil Carpenter, vice president of marketing at Simply Hired, an online jobs database that has added an option for job-seekers to select a dog-friendly company.
More than 400 companies -- among them Google Inc. -- have listed themselves as dog-friendly, he said. (REUTERS)
Key Themes Behind This Trend
- Pet-friendly Offices
- Create a work environment that allows employees to bring their pets to work, reducing absenteeism and improving worker satisfaction.
- Job-seeker Pet Preference
- Offer job-seekers the option to select a pet-friendly company, attracting and retaining top talent in a competitive job market.
- Online Pet-friendly Database
- Develop an online database that lists pet-friendly companies, providing a resource for pet-loving professionals to find suitable workplaces.
Where This Applies
- Online Job Databases
- Incorporate a pet-friendly option in online job databases, catering to the growing demand for pet-friendly work environments.
- Workplace Design and Furnishings
- Create innovative designs and furnishing solutions specifically designed for pet-friendly offices, meeting the needs of both employees and their pets.
- Pet Services and Supplies
- Expand pet services and supplies to cater to the growing demand from pet-friendly companies and their employees.
