Every pet owner will know that looking after a new furry friend is a full-time job.
From settling them into your home to toilet training, getting a new dog or cat is an exciting but emotional experience.
A company in the US is offering pet owners 'fur-ternity leave' so that they get a chance to help their four-legged friends adjust to their new home.
Employees at Nina Hale Marketing, based in the city of Minneapolis, will get a week of work-from-home days to welcome their new family member into their lives.
The company’s vice-president said little things like this help keep staff happy at work.