They say owning a pet can help you live longer and it’s not hard to see why. Pets lower stress levels, get you to exercise, and help shift your focus to something positive. So it’s no surprise that so many people brought home a new furry companion during the early days of COVID-19, as they worked to combat loneliness, social isolation, and the monotony of the pandemic workday.
But as life returns to pre-COVID norms, people aren’t willing to leave their pets behind. As employees become more vocal about what kind of support they expect from their employers, the post-COVID workplace may be going to the dogs (and cats, and even a bunny or two.)
