Have you noticed an uptick in pups trotting into high-rise buildings across the San Francisco Bay Area? You’re onto something: Bay Area-based offices are building dog-friendly cultures and benefits that support dogs and the people who love them. And it’s no surprise: Dog-friendly offices are trending from coast to coast with companies of all sizes prioritizing dog-friendly perks that can result in lower employee stress and even encourage collaboration across teams.
Rover.com—one of the best dog-friendly offices in the country, and the world’s largest network of pet sitters and dog walkers—dug into the data from working pet parents and companies, then applied a proprietary Rover ranking to determine the most dog-friendly offices in San Francisco. The companies that made our list take dog-friendliness to the next level with perks, benefits, and office cultures inspired by our pets.
Granular employees and their dogs via Granular
The best dog-friendly companies in San Francisco
Airbnb
Airbnb knows the importance of feeling at ease in your surroundings, and knowing, wherever you are, you belong. Their workplace offers benefits and space designed to extend that comfort to dogs and their humans. Dogs are so much a part of the workplace, in fact, that they’re giving special ID badges to be scanned in just like their companions.
Dog-friendly perks
- Time off for new pet parents and pet bereavement
- Free dog treats
- Designated dog-friendly space and infrastructure
- Office dog badges
Uber
This fast-growing ride-share company supports its Bay Area team with dog-friendly perks designed to nurture the love between people and dogs.
Dog-friendly perks
- Office dog beds
- Dog-centric uChat channels
- Unlimited vacation, available for new dog adoption or pet bereavement
Salesforce
Salesforce’s software has helped over 150,000 companies and aims to help millions of people. They start with the internal team, who enjoy a variety of dog-friendly workplace perks. If you join the Salesforce team without a dog, you may wind up with one soon enough: The company partners with local dog rescue organizations to host adoption events for their team. And it doesn’t stop there: “Within our San Francisco urban campus headquarters, we have a program called Puppyforce: It’s a dedicated place where employees can work alongside their dog,” explains the Salesforce team. And with 300 dogs enrolled in their program, it’s a much-loved benefit.
Dog-friendly perks
- Free dog treats
- Office dog beds
- Office water bowls.
- Dog adoption events
- Dedicated dog-friendly floor
Ellation
Ellation is home to several destinations, aiming to connect people with their passions, including Crunchyroll, VRV, and Rooster Teeth. With a mission to reach “complete fan elation,” it’s not surprising that this team is full of dog people.
Dog-friendly perks
- Free dog treats
- Infrastructure in the office for dogs
- Partial coverage for pet insurance
Granular
This San Francisco-based agricultural software development company helps farmers manage their financial and agronomic performance. Their office takes dog-friendliness up a notch—but it wasn’t always easy. “When we opened up a new office recently, the team was uneasy about the dog-friendly perk,” explains Leslie at Granular. “But now they love it and it’s one of the best perks about being in the office there. I have tons of photos with cute pups all over the office and our ‘Why Work at Granular’ video even features my pup, Ruby.” Better add “dog-fluencer opportunities” to that list of perks!
Dog-friendly perks:
- Unlimited PTO
- Free treats
- Office dog beds
- Office dog water bowls
Discover dog-friendly San Francisco
From San Francisco to San Jose, dog people love the Bay Area. Whether you’re leaving town and looking for a nearby dog sitter or you’re headed out with your dog in tow and seeking a spot you can enjoy together, we’ve got you covered.
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