Bring Your Dog To Work Day really is a thing - and the date’s been confirmed

The event is an annual nationwide event that raises money for charities dedicated to making a difference to the welfare of dogs.

This year, it will fall on Friday, June 23 with employers from across the city - and the UK - expected to welcome their dog-loving employees into the workplace, along with their loyal four-legged companions, all in the name of charity.

It’s the fourth national event of its kind and is organised by pet care brand HOWND.

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Participants can become an official sponsor by making a donation online or by text and uploading their company buisiness logo or pooch selfie onto the bringyourdogtoworkday.co.uk website.

All proceeds will go to dog rescue charity All Dogs Matter, a charity that rehomes hundreds of dogs every year in London and Norfolk.

Monies will also be sent to Animals Asia, a charity dedicated to improving the lives of dogs, cats and bears in China and Vietnam.

Highlighting the benefits of taking man’s best friend into the workplace, organisers siad: “Many scientific studies have concluded that the presence of pets can substantially reduce a person’s stress level in the workplace.

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“Increased job satisfaction, team co-operation and morale have all been reported in employees that spend the workday with their pets.

“In fact, a study published by the International Journal of Workplace Health Management (2010) concluded that the presence of dogs in the work place even had a positive effect on those employees who didn’t have a dog of their own.”

So in addition to raising funds, Bring Your Dog To Work Day is likely to boost the productivity and happiness of all employees.

Where do we sign?

For more information on how you can take part, visit bringyourdogtoworkday.co.uk.