America's Most Pet-Friendly Workplaces
Being able to bring your dog to work is a huge perk. So huge, in fact, that 37 percent of pet parents would sacrifice benefits like vacation time or even take a pay cut for the ability to bring their pet to the office, according to Wellness Natural Pet Food, which recently released its second annual list of America’s Most Pet-Friendly Companies.
All 10 companies on the list allow you to bring your dog along every single day. Tito's Handmade Vodka in Austin, Texas grabbed the number one spot, with San Francisco's Petcube (which makes interactive dog treat cameras) coming in second and Boston's Harpoon Brewery taking third.
The benefits of being able to bring your dog to your job are manifold. You eliminate the need to hire a dog walker or petsitter, you're not distracted by worrying about how Fido is faring alone in the house or obsessively checking the security cameras, and you get to have the company of your furry friend to keep you happy while you're working. Petcube in particular has some seriously over-the-top benefits for dog owners, including dog walking services, pet insurance, and on-demand vet consultations. Health and fitness supply company Zogics, which is based in Lenox, Massachusetts and ranked seventh on the list, offers "pawternity" leave for new dog moms and dads.
Wellness's survey also found that 44 percent of pet parents say they would consider a career change if it meant a pet-friendly workplace. The benefits of having an adorable pup around are undeniable: 32 percent of respondents feel they would be more productive with a pet at the office.
Check out the full list here (Alas, Pied Piper isn't on it). And if you're lucky enough to have a pet-friendly office, don't forget to bring your pooch along for Take Your Dog to Work Day on June 22.