Scientists Say Having Pets in the Office Can Reduce Stress and Make You More Productive

2. Pets increase productivity.

Contrary to popular belief, these small distractions improve your mood, encouraging you to perform at optimal levels at work. Also, who can be better than your furry friend to remind you that it’s time to take a break?

The routines associated with pets (like walking the dog, changing the cat’s litter, pouring water in the hamster cage, etc.) can help reward you with a well-deserved break, which, according to scientific studies, will also increase your creativity and improve your overall health.

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