Study proves positive effects of having employees' dogs come to the office


By Julia Szabo

A recent study conducted by Central Michigan University confirms that allowing dogs in the workplace has many benefits, boosting office morale, collaboration, and productivity. When dogs were present in a group, employees were more likely to trust each other and collaborate more effectively, proving that canine co-workers make for a more cohesive and trustworthy workplace environment.
 
That's great news for the millions of adoptable shelter dogs that need homes all over America. One very common barrier to pet adoption is long hours spent at the office; so The Humane Society of the United States is tackling the problem of pet homelessness creatively, urging employers to implement programs that would allow dogs in the workplace.
 
"The more than 50 dogs that 'work' in The HSUS offices every day have been a huge boost that more companies should be enjoying," says Jennifer Fearing of The HSUS.
 
To assist employers in implementing a dogs at work program, Humane Society Press, the publishing division of The HSUS, published a 202-page book, Dogs at Work: A Practical Guide to Creating Dog-Friendly Workplaces, the definitive guide to creating a business environment where employees' dogs are welcome.
 
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