Pet Benefits and Mental Health: OnePack Plan on Gut + Science Podcast
Aug 28, 2025
What if boosting your team’s mental health and workplace happiness was as simple as adding a wagging tail to the mix?
On this Gut + Science episode, OnePack Plan is joined by Steve Feldman, President of the Human Animal Bond Research Institute (HABRI), to uncover how pets are transforming workplace culture and mental health.
From the science behind wagging tails and purring companions, to real-world success stories of pet-friendly companies, they share creative ways leaders can make their organizations more pet-inclusive, whether in-office or remote. They bust myths, offer ideas for pet benefits that keep employees smiling, and show how a little four-legged love can spark collaboration, deepen connections, and create a happier, healthier workplace for everyone.
Key Takeaways:
- Pets boost mental, physical, and social health.
- Pet perks work in-office or remotely.
- Leaders underestimate employee pet ownership.
- Pets improve morale, collaboration, and problem-solving.
- Pet benefits drive well-being, loyalty, and retention.
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