Galway dog trainer says 'Paw-ternity leave' should become a thing

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When you welcome a new member to the family, usually the parents will take maternity or paternity leave to look after the newborn

So why should it be different when your new addition happens to be a bit fluffier?

It shouldn't and that's why a dog trainer has said  pet owners should consider taking at least two or three days off work after they get a new puppy.

It follows a debate over whether companies should offer 'Pawternity' leave, where you're actually entitled to a few days, rather than taking them from your annual leave.

Paula Feaheny, is a dog trainer at Bremey School of Dogs in Galway and says dog owners should consider taking some time off to be with their new pet.