National Pet Day Off recognizes the important role pets play in your employees' lives. They give us joy, companionship, routine, and improved mental health. Join other forward-thinking employers who have already committed to participating in National Pet Day Off! Show your employees how much you care and how much you value their furry families.
You can participate in National Pet Day Off in a few different ways:
National Pet Day is a day of celebration. It’s a day to honor the joy and companionship pets bring to our lives. It was founded in 2006 by Colleen Paige, a pet & lifestyle expert and animal welfare advocate. Her goal is to raise awareness of the importance of animals, as well as to the plight of many animals waiting in shelters to be rescued.
Vetster is a pet telehealth company that connects pet parents and veterinarians via video chat 24/7. Vetster is passionate about incorporating pets into workplace culture. Learn more about Vetster.
Now more than ever, people choose their workplaces based on their values. People want to work for organizations where they feel recognized and respected within an inclusive work environment.
Of North American households have at least one pet.
More millennials own a pet than have a child.
Pet parents reporting their pet improved their mental health.