Nonprofits Celebrating Take Your Dog to Work Day—Every Day
- MissionEB
- Jun 20
- 3 min read
Every year on the Friday after Father’s Day, offices across the country unleash the joy of National Take Your Dog to Work Day, a celebration of our favorite four-legged coworkers and the powerful bond between people and pups.
But for these nonprofits, dogs aren’t just a perk—they’re at the heart of the mission. Whether they’re training service animals, sheltering rescues, or promoting adoption, these organizations prove that having a dog around really does make everything better.
Here are 8 pawsome nonprofits that live the “dogs at work” lifestyle year-round:
Best Friends Animal Society
This nonprofit works to save homeless pets across the country and operates a pet sanctuary in Utah where staff, volunteers, and adoptable animals roam freely. Dogs are always nearby—and often curled up under a desk or heading out on a walk with a team member.
Roles they hire for: Animal Caregivers, Veterinary Technicians, Marketing Specialists, Adoption Counselors.
Guide Dogs for the Blind
With training campuses in California and Oregon, Guide Dogs for the Blind pairs expertly trained dogs with people who are visually impaired. Naturally, the workplace is full of professional pups in training—often snoozing at the feet of their trainers.
Roles they hire for: Dog Trainers, Campus Coordinators, Kennel Technicians, Event Planners.
Dogs for Better Lives
This nonprofit trains and places assistance dogs with people who are deaf, have autism, or experience anxiety. Their workspaces are filled with tail wags and training sessions, offering a truly dog-centric environment for animal lovers.
Roles they hire for: Dog Trainers, Client Services Coordinators, Development Officers.
The Humane Society of Missouri
With programs across rescue, advocacy, and shelter reform, Humane Society offers frequent chances to interact with animals—especially dogs. Their offices and events are often filled with furry guests and adoptable companions.
Roles they hire for: Field Responders, Shelter Engagement Specialists, Animal Cruelty Investigators.
Working Dogs for Conservation
This nonprofit trains rescue dogs to use their noses for good—detecting invasive species, endangered animals, and even poachers. Whether in the field or in training sessions, the job is packed with dog-led discovery.
Roles they hire for: Conservation Technicians, Dog Handlers, Project Managers.
Canine Companions
Canine Companions raises and trains service dogs for adults, children, and veterans with disabilities. Their regional centers are full of dogs-in-training, and team members are encouraged to interact and even volunteer as puppy raisers.
Roles they hire for: Puppy Program Assistants, Trainers, Program Managers.
Wagmor Pets
This celebrity-backed rescue operates in Southern California and has made waves on social media for rehoming dogs in style. With a boutique-meets-shelter vibe, team members work closely with rescues daily and help dogs find their forever homes.
Roles they hire for: Animal Care Techs, Adoption Coordinators, Social Media Managers.
The Dog Alliance
Focused on the power of dogs in therapy and education, The Dog Alliance trains dogs for veterans, kids, and first responders. Their office? Basically a dog park with paperwork. Dogs attend meetings, help with training, and boost morale everywhere they go.
Roles they hire for: Program Coordinators, Therapy Dog Trainers, Administrative Support.
Take Your Dog to Work Day - Every Day
On Take Your Dog to Work Day, these organizations remind us that having a dog by your side isn’t just adorable—it can be healing, inspiring, and even life-changing.
🐾 So whether you're barking orders or taking a break for belly rubs, remember: every workplace could use a little more tail-wagging joy.
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