The heartache of losing a dog should be recognised as a legitimate reason for compassionate leave from work according to Dogs Trust Ireland who are calling consideration to be given by all employers.
Their ‘Not Just a Dog’ campaign is building support as more households have discovered the joy of dogs over lockdown, adding their voices to those who have been long-term smitten with their companion animals.
And the campaign echoes the findings of a survey of dog owners by the charity found more than half of respondents said their dog’s death equated to the pain of losing a human family member, while a further 38% said they were surprised by just how deeply they were affected.
