July 7, 2006—According to a national poll of working Americans 18 and older, conducted by The American Pet Products Manufacturers Association, one in five US workplaces allow pets at work.
Other findings showed that Americans believe having a pet in the office leads to a more creative environment, decreases absenteeism, helps co-workers get along better, and that it creates a more productive work environment.
Founded in 1958, APPMA is the leading not-for-profit trade association made up of over 900 pet product manufacturers, their representatives, importers and livestock suppliers. Our membership consists of a diverse group representing both large corporations and growing business enterprises worldwide. For more information, visit the Web site.
