A simple task: a student from China sent her dog to the kennel, so it wouldn't get bored when she leaves for the weekend with her husband. Shin Shiao from Fuzhou decided to provide her pet the opportunity to socialize with other dogs and not feel alone. She claims that working positive in the kennel will be beneficial for both her and the dog, especially if she left her pet at home, as they'd have to turn on the air conditioning all day, which is expensive. This unusual idea is becoming increasingly popular in China, where earnings from domestic animals are referred to as 'pet employment'. Kennels with cats and dogs generate good profits, as visitors can interact with the animals while being served refreshments.
In China, there are practically a multitude of pet owners, both many and small children, and this trend is only intensifying. Recently, kennel owners and pet business owners have been posting ads for hiring staff on social media, as this is an effective way to attract visitors' attention. Gin Shiao notes that before sending her dog to work, she spent several hours at the local establishment to ensure that Oki gets along with other dogs. Ultimately, the fluffy Chihuahua got a job and became the star of the kennel.
Since the first cat kennel opened in 2011 in Guanzhou, the number of similar establishments is increasing in the country by 200% every year. Places where animals can interact with visitors provide owners with a greater profit due to supplemental services or high popularity. In Chinese cafes with cats and dogs, there is often a fee for entry or for ordering drinks, which helps support the animals working in the establishments and their initial owners.