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Area of Science:

  • Veterinary Medicine
  • Occupational Health
  • Psychology

Background:

  • The Pentagon Facility Dog (FD) program aims to mitigate work-related stress and boost productivity.
  • High stress reduction is linked to enhanced resilience and positive biopsychosocial outcomes.
  • This study assessed the program's impact on staff well-being and its feasibility.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To evaluate the program's effect on job-related stress.
  • To assess current levels of work-related burnout.
  • To understand the program's influence on teamwork and performance from multiple perspectives.
  • To describe the well-being of facility dogs during interactions.

Main Methods:

  • A mixed-methods design was employed, guided by the Reach, Effectiveness, Adoption, Implementation, and Maintenance framework.
  • Work-related burnout and stress changes post-interaction were measured.
  • Observations and interviews were conducted with staff, leaders, and handlers.

Main Results:

  • Participants reported an average 19% stress reduction after interactions.
  • 52% of participants exhibited elevated burnout scores; pet owners reported less burnout.
  • Qualitative analysis revealed benefits including stress reduction, improved communication, team cohesion, and enhanced job effectiveness.
  • Facility dogs showed good sociability and limited stress, supporting program feasibility.

Conclusions:

  • Facility dog programs are feasible and effectively reduce stress while improving team dynamics.
  • The study highlights early positive outcomes from the program's initial four months.
  • Future research should incorporate pre-implementation measures and assess long-term burnout reduction.