Pet-Friendly workplaces
87% of pet parents would like to be able to bring their pet to work on a regular basis
Overview
A pet friendly workplace is one of the major perks that employees take into account these days when looking for a great place to work.
And, no, this does not mean 'take your pet to work day' once a year. This is the equivalent of pizza Friday: outdated, smoke and mirrors. Your employees know better.
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Not only pet-friendly workplaces are requested by employees, they also are a magnificent way to improve multiple aspects of your business.
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Working with dogs and cats connects employees with their mission, improves focus, productivity and retention. Scientific studies show that pet friendly offices not only boost office morale and reduces stress.
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I was managing people for many years, let me break it to you: converting your workplace to a pet friendly zone is the missing ingredient your business is looking for. Amongst many:
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Stress down, satisfaction up. Dog presence reduces staff’s stress and contributes to positive work attitudes.
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Social bond. Dogs encourage friendly interactions, which strengthens team cohesion.
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Talent acquisition. Pet-friendly companies are seen by employees as a well-being signal. HR report easier hiring and better retention when they offer pet-inclusive benefits.
Who is this for?
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Companies that want to increase their attractivity as a brand
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Companies that want to increase staff retention
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Companies that want to increase communication & productivity
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Companies that deeply care for their employees wellbeing and aim for social cohesion
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Companies who already have a pet friendly policy in place and would like to review it
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Companies who want to explore the possibilities of adopting such measures
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Any organisation that feels connected to the reality of the present and would like to have that extra human touch
The Product
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Complete and deep audit of the workplace to define the level of pet friendliness the company is willing to go - risk & cost assessment
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Review all adjustments needed for the pet-friendly conversion - pet proofing the workplace
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Assistance with HR guidelines for the internal pet friendly process
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Supervision of the general set up together with the health & safety officer
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Staff training on how to behave around dogs & biting prevention
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Regular workshops on practical life with a dog (communication, walk on a loose lead, reinforcement...)
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Employees discounts on Bark with Nick services
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Follow up and assistance when required
Pricing & format
Such as everything else at Bark with Nick, this program is completely tailor made. We'll therefore adjust the project based on your priorities, budget, company size and how much pet friendly you'd like to go.
What's in it for my company, really?
On the following critical topics​ for a company, a survey conducted by the Human Animal Bond Research Institute (HABRI) show that having pets at work is beneficial in many ways:
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91% of employees who work for a pet friendly company feel engaged with their work vs. 65% who work in non-pet friendly workplaces.
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83% of employees who work for a pet friendly company feel their work is rewarding and exciting vs. 46% who work in non-pet friendly workplaces.
Engagement
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88% of employees who work for a pet friendly company would recommend their place of employment to others vs. 51% who work in non-pet friendly workplaces.
Attraction​
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88% of employees who work for a pet friendly company plan to stay with the company for the next 12 months vs. 73% who work in non-pet friendly workplaces.
Retention​
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53% of employees who work for a pet friendly company report a positive working relationship with their co-workers vs. 19% who work in non-pet friendly workplaces.
Relationships​
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85% of employees who work for a pet friendly company reported they rarely miss a day of work for well-being or recuperation vs. 77% who work in non-pet friendly workplaces