Many Brits pull sickies to look after their dogs
In total, 16 per cent admitted they lied to their boss so they could take the day off, a study by Tails.com revealed.
An average of eight days are taken off per year by 72 per cent of Brits, so they can take care of their pooches.
As a result, this reportedly costs the UK economy £13.8 billion a year.
Meanwhile, 52 per cent of Brits said they care more about their pets' health, rather than that of their partners.
Doctor Sean McCormack, from Tails.com, is quoted by the Daily Star newspaper as saying: "Apart from the economic impact, sick days are really stressful and tough to deal with for dogs and their owners.
"Anything we can do to help limit sick days is hugely beneficial."
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