Hi everyone,
As you may know, Bring Your Dog to Work Day is coming up on [DATE]. This is a great opportunity to spend some quality time with your furry friends at work. We encourage you to participate in this day, but please be aware of the following rules:
- All dogs must be well-behaved, vaccinated, and on a leash or in a carrier at all times.
- Owners must clean up after their dogs both in the office an surrounding property.
- Dogs should be supervised at all times and not left unattended.
- Be sure to have a proper water dish accessible for your pet.
- Any aggressive or disruptive behavior will not be tolerated.
Employees who suffer from allergies to dogs or do not wish to be participate can work from home on the day of the event. Please notify your manager if you intend to work remotely.
For our employees who work remotely, we encourage you to participate as well! Here are some ways you can join in on the fun:
- Share photos and videos of your dogs on Slack and social media
- Join in the virtual dog show where you can show off your dog's tricks and talents in our #ProPets Slack Channel
- Play along in our virtual dog-themed trivia game
We hope you all have a fun and safe Bring Your Dog to Work Day. If you have any questions or concerns, please feel free to reach out to HR.
Thank you,
People Team
Hey everyone 👋
Who let the dogs out?! Bring Your Dog to Work Day is coming up on [DATE]. 🐶
We are thrilled for you to spend time with your furry friends at work. We want everyone to enjoy this fun and furr-filled day so please abide by the following rules:
- 🐕🦺 All dogs must be well-behaved, vaccinated, and on a leash or in a carrier at all times.
- 💩 Owners must clean up after their dogs both in the office an surrounding property.
- 🐕👀 Dogs should be supervised at all times and not left unattended. We recommend having a designated buddy when you need to leave your pup to use the restroom.
- 🥣 Be sure to have a proper water dish accessible for your pet.
- ❌ Any aggressive or disruptive behavior will not be tolerated.
We realize some employees may suffer from allergies! If you cannot participate in this event, please notify your manager so we can set you up to work remotely.
For our employees who always work remotely (we didn’t forget about your fur pals!) we have a few ways you can join in the fun!
- 🖼️ Share photos and videos of your dogs on Slack and social media
- 🐩 Join in the virtual dog show where you can show off your dog's tricks and talents in our #ProPets Slack Channel
- ❓ Play along in our virtual dog-themed trivia game
We hope you all have a fun and safe Bring Your Dog to Work Day! If you have any questions or concerns, please feel free to reach out to HR.
Thank you! 🐾
Your People Team
Hi all,
Bring Your Dog to Work Day is coming up on [DATE]. We encourage you to participate in this day, but please be aware of the following rules:
- All dogs must be well-behaved, vaccinated, and on a leash or in a carrier at all times.
- Owners must clean up after their dogs both in the office an surrounding property.
- Dogs should be supervised at all times and not left unattended.
- Be sure to have a proper water dish accessible for your pet.
- Any aggressive or disruptive behavior will not be tolerated.
Employees who cannot participate, please notify your manager if you intend to work remotely.
Here are some ways our remote team can join in:
- Share photos and videos of your dogs on Slack and social media
- Join in the virtual dog show where you can show off your dog's tricks and talents in our #ProPets Slack Channel
- Play along in our virtual dog-themed trivia game
If you have any questions or concerns, please feel free to reach out to HR.
People Team
How to celebrate Take Your Dog to Work Day at work
Observing Bring Your Dog to Work Day in the workplace can have a positive impact on work culture. This day is an opportunity for employees to bring their furry friends to work with them. It not only allows them to spend time with their pets but also promotes a relaxed and friendly work environment.
Having dogs in the workplace can help reduce stress and anxiety levels among employees. Studies show that interacting with dogs can lower blood pressure, reduce anxiety, and increase productivity. Moreover, dogs in the workplace can also boost employee morale and create a sense of community.
Allowing dogs in the workplace can also attract animal lovers and create a positive image for the company. It shows that the company cares about the well-being of its employees and values work-life balance.
However, it is important to establish guidelines and rules for bringing dogs to the workplace. This includes ensuring that the dogs are well-behaved, vaccinated, and not disruptive to the work environment.
In-person participation ideas:
- Set up a designated area for dogs to rest and play
- Organize a dog-themed photo booth or contest
- Have a dog-friendly snack bar with treats for both dogs and humans
- Allow employees to take their dogs on a walk around the office building during breaks
Virtual participation ideas:
- Encourage employees to share photos and videos of their dogs during the workday on a designated social media platform
- Organize a virtual dog show where employees can show off their dogs' tricks and talents
- Host a virtual dog-themed trivia game or bingo
- Have a virtual "meet and greet" where employees can introduce their dogs to each other
Rules for Bring Your Dog to Work Day:
- All dogs must be well-behaved, vaccinated, and on a leash or in a carrier.
- Owners must clean up after their dogs.
- Dogs should be supervised at all times and not left unattended.
- Any aggressive or disruptive behavior will not be tolerated.
- Employees who do not wish to participate can work from home on the day of the event.
- In the case of virtual participation, employees should ensure that their dogs do not disrupt the work environment or interfere with virtual meetings.
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