Anyone who has ever gotten a new puppy or kitten knows just how exhausting it can be.
Welcoming a new member to your family takes a lot of time, effort, and love.
Thankfully, some companies are starting to recognize this.
Alongside maternity, paternity, and adoptive leave, some forward-thinkingbusinessesare now offering employees pawternity leave.
Yes, theyre actually giving employees time off to welcome a furry friend to their family.
While this perk is definitely still a bit of a novelty, its popularity is growing.
Families come in all shapes and sizes, after all.
Companies that recognize that pets can mean the world to some people are being praised for their inclusivity.
Plus, its a great way to boost morale.
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The company was one of the first brands to offer pawternity leave.
Other employee perks include income protection, health and wellness programs, and flexible working policies.
They also get free pet insurance so their furry friends are looked after for life.
Where do we sign up?
Rover
Rover is the US largest web connection of dog sitters and walkers.
Unsurprisingly, the company has a whole host of pet-related perks.
Alongside pawternity leave, the company gives employees $1,000 to use towards fostering a dog or cat.
Employees also get three days of paid bereavement leave when their pet passes away.
It sounds like heaven to us.
Are you searching for a new job with great pet perks?
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Story byPippa Hardy
Pippa is content creator and writer for Amply by Jobbio.
Shes a work-from-home enthusiast who loves all things travel and tech.
When shes(show all)Pippa is content creator and writer for Amply by Jobbio.
Shes a work-from-home enthusiast who loves all things travel and tech.
When shes not writing up her next article, shes usually hiking or spending a whole afternoon on Pinterest.
