``Pets.com's Take Your Dog to Work Day'' Gives Canines a Chance to Earn Their Kibble.Business/Lifestyle Editors & E-Commerce Writers SAN FRANCISCO--(BUSINESS WIRE)--May 23, 2000 Hundreds of Companies Across the Country Will Welcome Dogs Into Their Office for the Second Annual Doggie Workday On June 23rd One month from today, dogs across the nation will get a day of belly rubs, treats and special attention as they accompany their owners to the office for Pets.com's Take Your Dog to Work Day Take Your Dog to Work Day (sometimes abbreviated as TYDTWD) was first started on June 25, 1999[1] in the United States and in 1996 in the United Kingdom. It is hosted by Pet Sitters International[2] and, in the United States, falls on June 22 in the year 2007. on June 23rd. Celebrating the wonderful companions that dogs make and the benefits of dog ownership, Pets.com's Take Your Dog to Work Day provides a great opportunity for pet owners to invite their best friend into the workplace. Interested employees and employers can go to www.pets.com to learn more about how to participate in Pets.com's Take Your Dog to Work Day and receive Pets.com's Take Your Dog to Work Day action packs. Pets.com (NASDAQ NASDAQ in full National Association of Securities Dealers Automated Quotations U.S. market for over-the-counter securities. Established in 1971 by the National Association of Securities Dealers (NASD), NASDAQ is an automated quotation system that reports on : IPET IPET Interagency Performance Evaluation Task Force (US DoD) IPET Institute of Professional Engineering Technologists IPET Interagency Performance Evaluation Team IPET Implicit Path Enumeration Technique IPET First Peter ) has already received over 1,000 action pack requests. "At Pets.com, we have nearly 20 `full-time dogs' in our office, and they help reduce stress, increase camaraderie, and create a happier workplace on a daily basis," said Pets.com Chairman and CEO (1) (Chief Executive Officer) The highest individual in command of an organization. Typically the president of the company, the CEO reports to the Chairman of the Board. Julie Wainwright Wainwright, town (1991 pop. 4,732), E Alta., Canada, SE of Edmonton and near the Sask. border. It is a trade center and railroad division point for an oil and natural gas area. It has oil refineries, grain elevators, and flour mills. Nearby is a military base. . "We are thrilled to sponsor a national day that we hope will help other companies have the same positive experiences with dogs in the office that we do." Last year, hundreds of companies around the country discovered the benefits of having pets at work through their participation in the first-ever Take Your Dog to Work Day, created by Pet Sitters Noun 1. pet sitter - someone left in charge of pets while their owners are away from home critter sitter custodian, keeper, steward - one having charge of buildings or grounds or animals International, an educational organization for professional pet sitters. Pet Sitters International and its more than 3,000 members worldwide continue to actively promote and celebrate this year's event. Benefits of Pets in the Workplace The benefits of pets in the workplace have been substantiated in recent scientific studies. According to according to prep. 1. As stated or indicated by; on the authority of: according to historians. 2. In keeping with: according to instructions. 3. a report from the American Pet Products Manufacturers Association (APPMA APPMA American Pet Products Manufacturers Association ), approximately three out of four companies surveyed claimed that pets created a more productive work environment. Over a quarter said that when they allowed pets into the workplace, there was a decrease in stress levels and employee absenteeism. The case study also revealed that: -- All of the companies that participated said they would continue to have pets in the workplace when the study ended -- Nearly three out of four companies said they felt having pets around led to a more creative work environment -- Nearly three out of four said that employee interpersonal skills improved with pets -- More than half found that employees stayed at work later if they had their pets in the office -- Almost all said that pets created positive work relations How to Join in the Fun Hosting a Take Your Dog to Work Day can be simple and easy. Employers, pet owners and others who would like to join in the fun can visit www.pets.com for tips on creating a successful "doggie day," including: -- Strategies for planning a successful Take Your Dog to Work Day office event -- Doggie Etiquette - how to make sure your co-workers are "happy as puppies" -- What you need when you take your dog to work Action packets for employers and employees who are interested in participating in Pets.com's Take Your Dog to Work Day will also be available from Pets.com (www.pets.com) beginning in April. About Pets.com Pets.com (NASDAQ: IPET) is a leading online provider of pet products, information and resources. The company offers a broad and growing product selection of more than 12,000 SKUs, surpassing the limited product selection of pet superstores, specialty stores Noun 1. specialty store - a store that sells only one kind of merchandise shop, store - a mercantile establishment for the retail sale of goods or services; "he bought it at a shop on Cape Cod" and grocery stores to offer customers a convenient, one-stop shopping experience. In addition, at Pets.com, pet owners can find authoritative information from pet experts and veterinarians Veterinarians and veterinary surgeons (vets) are medical professionals who operate exclusively on animals. Well-known and notable veterinarians include:
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