This Friday, June 24 is indeed the very official “day of dogs in the office”. An initiative that comes to us from the United States, precisely called “Take your dog to work day“, “The day you can take your dog to work”.
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According to Purina, the animal feed manufacturer which is developing this American idea in France, only 23 companies in France welcome our four-legged friends. A study from the University of Virginia, however, claims that it improves the quality of life, in particular because the animals create a bond. It would also produce, in their presence, oxytocin and endomorphine, two hormones that help reduce the effects of stress.
Companies that welcome dogs do not regret it. This is the case of the Parisian start-up Woo, which specializes in digital marketing. There are therefore 60 employees, and a dachshund, a golden retriever, a staffy, two chihuahuas and others. Florian Cons Beltran, the co-founder, is delighted with the effects they produce: “People are already very happy to have this somewhat animalistic contribution to the company. We have noticed that it can de-stress people. a dog and being able to totally cut back on work, that’s very much appreciated by employees. I think it allows you to be more productive because when you’re feeling slack or under stress, you’re going to have that moment which is going to be very relaxing. “
There are conditions for taking your dog to work. He must be clean and sociable. In all cases, the authorizations of the company manager and staff representatives are necessary. But for Woo, the dog-friendly startup, it’s also an argument when it comes to recruiting. “For several employees, this was a breakthrough and confirmed the choice to join usexplains the co-founder of Woo. They had a dog and didn’t want to leave it all day. It also proves our values which are very human and family.
According to the 2022 barometer published by the Canine Central, 39% of French people would like dogs to be more accepted in their workplace…