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Via #EuropeSays Apr 9-10, 2026

Italy Implements a New Labor Leave that Allows Workers to Care for #SickPets

#Italy has taken a historic step in #LaborRights and #AnimalWelfare by approving a special leave that allows workers to take time off to care for their sick pets. With this measure, the country became the first in the world to legally recognize that caring for a domestic animal can justify an authorized absence and, in some cases, a paid one.

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https://www.europesays.com/italy/5542/

Italy Implements a New Labor Leave that Allows Workers to Care for Sick Pets - Italy

Italy has implemented a new labor policy that allows employees to request leave to care for their sick pets. In specific cases, the leave will be paid.

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