Why ‘Take Your Pet to Work Week’ is a Great Work Week
It celebrates pets. The majority of people adore pets and are happy to chat about them at any time of the week. The opportunity to introduce your pet(s) to your co-workers is a fantastic method to reintroduce a particular animal to them. It is also a great approach to educate and increase awareness about the animal’s best pet features.
Even if it’s only for a week, it makes work less stressful. When we were younger, we were so excited to go to school because we knew something exciting was about to happen. Adding a little bit of variety to your office’s daily routine with this TYPTWW can achieve the same result – it gets people happy to get up and go to work since they can bring their pets with them this time!
It’s suitable for all types of pets. You are welcome to bring whatever pet you have. Because the Take Your Pet to Work Week campaign isn’t only for cats and dogs. Bring them to work if you have a parrot, a pot-bellied pig, a snake, or a goldfish. Just make sure your pet does not get hostile when exposed to unfamiliar animals or people.
Here Are Some of the Pointers to Remember:
Get Permission
If you haven’t asked permission to participate in ‘Take Your Pet To Work Day’, don’t just show up to work with your pet. Enquire with your employer, HR department, or anyone else who can permit you. When your office is not prepared for pet visitors, a variety of issues might arise. Some employees may have allergies to animals, others may be terrified of them, and some may be distracted from their work by a pet. Be respectful and considerate of your coworkers. Allow everyone time to prepare for your pet. If you do, it will be safer for both humans and cats.
Participate With a Purpose
The goal of ‘Take Your Pet To Work Week’, like that of ‘Take Your Pet To Work Day,’ is to showcase the amazing companions these creatures make. Consider how you can give back to your pet community by participating. Could you ask a local pet rescue or animal shelter to come and show off pets up for adoption, or could you utilize your event to generate donations for a local group that helps pets find their forever homes?
Have An Exit Strategy
You and your pet will likely enjoy ‘Take Your Pet To Work Week‘ if you plan. But have a backup plan in case your pet becomes stressed or decides she doesn’t want to go to work with you. Take him or her home, or arrange for a professional pet sitter to pick up your pet at a specific time. Under no circumstances should you leave your pet alone in a vehicle while you are at work.
Are You and Your Pet Prepared For A Day At Work? Consider The Following Questions:
Does my pet get along with other pets? If you’re frightened of pet fights or snarling contests because your pet doesn’t get along with other animals, you should probably keep it at home.
Are you ready for a day that won’t be as productive as the majority of the time? Do you have a lot of meetings scheduled on that day? Are you sure you won’t have to leave your pet alone at work? If you’re willing to spend a lot of time walking your pet, and having co-workers stop by, then go ahead and bring it to work. If you need to leave your pet alone in your office while you attend a meeting, keep in mind that it will be in a strange place and may not like it. Make sure you have adequate time in your schedule for a day in the office.
Don’t forget to bring some poo bags. While you’re at work, your pet will need to poop, and you’ll want to be a responsible pet owner and clean up after it.
Bring your pet’s food and water dishes, as well as a favorite toy or blanket. These items from home will make him feel more at ease in an unusual environment.
Ascertain that your pet is content, healthy, and well-behaved enough to be an excellent office visitor!
David joined CanadaVetCare in 2013 as a product analyst and veterinary assistant. Being a passionate pet lover and keen animal health researcher, David had always found ways and solutions to help pet parents to improve their pets’ health. He is always happy to answer pet health-related queries and recommending pet parents for the right pet product for their furry companions.