Wagging tails, happy hearts: Puppy Playtime draws a crowd
(SACRAMENTO)
Sometimes the best medicine comes with four legs, floppy ears and a wagging tail.
More than 260 UC Davis Health employees recently lined up for the chance to spend a few minutes with puppies during Puppy Playtime, a popular wellness event presented in partnership with Althea Canines. The turnout was so strong that a long line of eager participants stretched through the hallway, yet every employee who attended had an opportunity to cuddle, play with and enjoy time alongside the puppies.
Employees wait patiently for their turn to participate in Puppy Playtime, one of the most popular employee wellness events of the summer.
Throughout the event, employees from across the health system stepped away from busy schedules to connect with colleagues and experience the simple joy of puppy companionship. Conference rooms quickly filled with laughter, conversation and plenty of puppy cuddles as participants held, petted and posed with the young dogs.
A participant shares a special moment with one of the puppies during Puppy Playtime, an employee wellness event that attracted more than 260 UC Davis Health employees.
The event offered more than just adorable photo opportunities. It provided employees with a chance to pause, recharge and engage with coworkers in a relaxed setting. From clinical staff arriving in scrubs to employees from administrative and support teams, Puppy Playtime brought together people from across UC Davis Health around a shared experience.
Employees pose with puppies during Puppy Playtime, which drew participants from across UC Davis Health.
Many attendees spent their time cradling sleepy puppies, snapping photos with colleagues and sharing stories while waiting for their turn. Others simply enjoyed a few quiet moments with a puppy resting comfortably in their arms.
The overwhelming response highlights the value of employee wellness and engagement activities that encourage connection, support well-being and create memorable experiences.
Participants enjoyed opportunities to cuddle and spend one-on-one time with the puppies throughout the event.
As the photos show, Puppy Playtime delivered plenty of smiles along with a welcome opportunity to de-stress during the workday.
UC Davis Health extends its thanks to Althea Canines for helping make the event possible and to the more than 260 employees who participated in making Puppy Playtime such a memorable success.
Puppy Playtime gave employees an opportunity to relax, connect with colleagues and spend time with the puppies.Employees from across the health system took a break from their workday to enjoy Puppy Playtime.A puppy settles comfortably into the arms of a UC Davis Health employee during Puppy Playtime.Participants had plenty of opportunities to cuddle, hold and interact with the puppies.Puppies and people alike appeared comfortable during the popular employee event.Employees gathered throughout the day to spend time with puppies provided by Althea Canines.A puppy naps peacefully while being held during Puppy Playtime.A puppy settles comfortably into the arms of a UC Davis Health employee during Puppy Playtime.A puppy sleeps comfortably in the arms of an employee during Puppy Playtime.
