Listen: why workers are choosing pets over pay cheques

Thousands of British workers are prioritising their dogs over their jobs – as increasing numbers of staff return the office, new research suggests.

A survey of pet owners by national pet charity Blue Cross has found more than two-fifths (45%) of staff have swapped to remote or hybrid roles because they offered greater flexibility to care for their pet.

Nearly half of dog-owners (46%) said they had felt judged or unsupported at work due to their responsibilities to their pet.

Aston spoke to Beth Verrechia, director or people services at Blue Cross.

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