HOWND - the founder and organiser behind the fourth national Bring Your Dog To Work Day - is celebrating the success of Britain’s favourite day at the office after record numbers of participation.

Last Friday (June 23) thousands of businesses from across the UK welcomed their employees along with their dogs into the workplace. Raising money for animal welfare while promoting the benefits of bringing dogs into safe work environments are the aims of the event.

The day had extraordinary social media engagement from participating businesses, culminating in the #BringYourDogToWorkDay hashtag trending at number #1 on Twitter. Verified accounts such as comedian Ricky Gervais, Larry the Cat from 10 Downing Street, The Grand Tour, Coronation Street, Xbox, Shrek the Musical, Tennis TV, London Fire Brigade, as well as regional police forces, hotel chains and recruitment agencies all tweeted their support.

The day also gained significant coverage in the press, including The Telegraph, Metro, Daily Express, Evening Standard, BBC and many more news and radio outlets.

“This has definitely been the most popular Bring Your Dog To Work Day yet,” explains Jo Amit, co-founder of HOWND.

“It was incredible to see the level of participation from businesses across the UK. Some of the photos from social media are fantastic - it’s a pleasure to see the concept of dogs at work becoming more popular in the UK.

“We only request a £50 minimum contribution from business sponsors, so even though the event goes viral every year, our biggest challenge is raising substantial funds for the charities. We encourage businesses to bring in donations for their own causes too by using the hashtag #bringyourdogtoworkday. This resulted in hundreds of businesses across the country raising money on the day for their own local charities.

“We’d like to thank everyone who took part, especially the official business sponsors that participated via the official channels. We welcome all businesses from all industries to take part next year which is set for Friday June 22nd 2018.”

“We’re so thankful to everyone who has supported Bring Your Dog To Work Day and made a donation,” explains Ira Moss, general manager of All Dogs Matter.

“The funds will also go towards the rehabilitation, feeding, medical treatment, neutering, vaccinations and chipping of some of the 300 unwanted dogs we take in every year from private homes, kennels and death row pounds.”

For further information, visit Bring Your Dog To Work Day’s official website, or email hello@bringyourdogtoworkday.co.uk.

Main picture above courtesy Pet Pride Photography.

Below: Natures Menu celebrated Bring Your Dog to Work Day with a picnic in the park!