Puppy Therapy Events
With 1 in 6 people experiencing mental health problems in the workplace and 12 billion working days lost every year due to mental health, it’s clear there needs to be more awareness and early intervention surrounding employees and their mental health.
Our fully licensed puppy therapy events are a chance for employees to take time away from their desks, switch off and spend 25 minutes with a litter of puppies in our summer garden set-up. Even during the busiest working day, we believe that cuddling and playing with puppies is an ideal way to redress the balance.
About the event.
We transform your office space into a specially constructed ‘summer garden’ and invite your employees to come down and spend some time with a litter of gorgeous puppies. Our puppy space is enclosed and secure, ensuring both the puppies' safety and your staff’s comfort.
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The benefits.
Scientific studies have shown a positive effect from the activity of interacting with a pet, including decreased blood pressure and reduced levels of cortisol. Animal therapy can reduce anxiety and assist with depression, motivation, and loneliness, making it the perfect way to improve employee wellbeing.
Stress reduction.
The simple act of petting a puppy can trigger a relaxation response, lowering stress levels and promoting a sense of tranquillity. Staff can take time out of their busy work schedule to spend time with a litter of puppies, and reset.
Improved mood.
Engaging with puppies stimulates the release of the neurotransmitters serotonin and dopamine, which calm and relax us whilst simultaneously releasing oxytocin; the love hormone! All contributing to an improved overall mood.
Enhanced social connection.
Puppy therapy encourages social interactions, fostering a sense of connection and reducing feelings of loneliness or isolation. Attendees can interact with colleagues that they may not normally meet in a relaxed environment.
Nurturing companionship.
A litter of puppies offer unconditional love and companionship to attendees, even for just 25 minutes, creating an environment that aids in coping with everyday life and work challenges that arise.
Emotional resonance.
Our summer garden setup provides a safe space for attendees to express emotions whilst at work. In the company of puppies, the barriers of the staff naturally lower, fostering the development of emotional bonds.
Physical benefits.
Regular play sessions with puppies not only benefit mental health but also enhance physical activity, contributing to an overall healthier lifestyle.
Enquire now.
Our 5* Google reviews and extensive client list mean we will guarantee seamless running, maximum uptake, and a day that your employees will remember for years to come. Our team of over 25 staff will ensure your day runs without a hitch! Book now with confidence.
Common questions answered.
What is puppy therapy?
Puppy therapy is one of the best things in the world! It's basically a wellness activity where you get to play with and cuddle litters of puppies, which is proven to improve your mood, reduce stress and boost all the good chemicals in your brain, like dopamine and oxytocin. All events take place in a vetted environment by fully trained professionals with ethically sourced puppies. All safe and all fully licensed. Pawfect!
What are the benefits of puppy therapy?
Puppy therapy goes way beyond a good day out with your colleagues. It's proven to boost oxytocin levels for a start (you know, the love hormone) and has a major impact on your general mood and stress levels. Our events are genuinely a great way to relax, relieve stress and make a friend along the way!
How do the puppies benefit from the event?
Believe it or not, you're not the only one who benefits from a puppy therapy event; the puppies gain the most from the experience! The puppies that join us get to enjoy vital socialisation, which is essential to their development and provides a great basis for them to grow into happy, healthy dogs.
Do you need a licence to host puppy therapy events?
You absolutely do need a licence to host a puppy therapy event! Under the Animal Welfare (Licensing of Activities Involving Animals) Regulations 2018, all UK puppy therapy businesses must be licensed. We're super proud to be a fully licenced provider, working with local authorities to keep welfare and safety at the pawfront of our events.
Do you own the puppies you work with?
We wish we did! Sadly, we don't own the puppies that you'll get to meet at one of our events. We work with our network of reputable breeders across the country to bring our events to life, ensuring they share the same commitment to puppy welfare as we do.
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