18 Offices That Allow You to Bring Your Dog Along
There’s something different about working in a space where someone’s Labrador is sprawled under a desk. Luckily, some offices have incorporated dogs into work life. It takes planning, boundaries, and a bit of trust, but when it works, it clearly impacts energy and tone.
Here are several companies where your best friends are part of the atmosphere, without exception.
Amazon
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You may not know it, but one of Amazon’s buildings is named after a dog. Rufus, a corgi belonging to an early employee, came to work so often that he became part of company lore. Today, Seattle HQ team members share the campus with thousands of dogs, complete with lounges and biscuit stations.
Google
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As a tech giant with a soft spot for dogs, Google even wrote it into the employee Code of Conduct. But affection doesn’t mean chaos. Your pup must stay out of meetings and dining areas, and they’re one mess away from being banned. Employees are expected to get buy-in from their immediate teams beforehand, so things run smoothly without disruptions.
Salesforce
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Not everyone loved the idea of dogs in the office, so Salesforce found a workaround. They created Puppyforce, a quiet, dog-friendly coworking space with rubber floors and soundproofing. You can book time in advance to use the space, and yes, dogs wear badges, too—rules apply to everyone.
Purina
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Purina’s St. Louis office has walking paths, an on-site park, and designated play areas. Vaccinations and good behavior are required, but after meeting the requirements, dogs are cleared for regular visits.
Trupanion
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There’s a dog-to-human ratio of nearly 2:1 at Trupanion, plus on-site veterinary care and walking services. Staff can bring up to two pets per day, assuming they’re house-trained and calm. The system runs smoothly because the office was designed with animals in mind, right from the beginning.
Build-A-Bear
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Birthday parties at Build-A-Bear often include employees’ four-legged friends. They get snacks too, right alongside their coworkers, and no one seems to mind. The company screens the pups to see how well they interact in a shared space.
Saatchi & Saatchi LA
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Dogs at this ad agency must follow a few rules, and they’re not allowed on furniture to avoid allergy issues. Aside from that, though, it’s open access for them. The guidelines at Saatchi & Saatchi LA are straightforward enough that there’s rarely confusion, which helps the office avoid drama while still making room for pets as regular coworkers.
Glassdoor
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Glassdoor keeps its pet policy well-contained. Your furry pals need to be calm, trained, and kept under control. It’s common to see a few dozen lounging by workstations. Other workers also get access to animal-free zones, so they can share the space comfortably with pet lovers.
Bissell
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There’s a space at Bissell’s headquarters called PetSpot, and it’s exactly what it sounds like. It’s got everything: kennels, a dog bath, chew toys, treats. It isn’t just a branding move for their pet product line—employees use it every day. The area makes bringing man’s best friend to work easy, especially for staff who don’t want their pets underfoot all day.
Clif Bar
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Nobody checks IDs at the door or asks for vaccine records. Clif Bar simply expects people to bring dogs that won’t disrupt the office. You’ll often see a few stretched out near chairs or under desks.
Etsy
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When Etsy started allowing dogs in 2005, the goal was about keeping the space easygoing and open. There’s still no official sign-up process for pets. Employees know the expectations, and it stays pretty mellow.
Kimpton Hotels
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The founder brought his dog to work, and no one told him not to. That pretty much set the tone at Kimpton. Decades later, the company still allows employees to bring pups in, and no forms are required.
PetSmart
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At their headquarters, PetSmart built pet amenities right into the layout. There’s a park, a café, and a gym where pets are welcome. Events like Halloween costume contests make it feel even more natural.
Workday
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Some years, the Bring Your Dog to Work Day party includes games and photo booths. But even outside the annual celebration, pups are around regularly at Workday’s Pleasanton, Salt Lake City, and Victoria offices. Once an animal has proven they can handle the space, they blend in so naturally, you barely register they’re there.
FabFitFun
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If you work at FabFitFun, your cuddly companion will not have to go through a special entry process. They tag along without needing special access, usually with employees grabbing coffee or unpacking one of the snack boxes in the break room.