How long is too long to leave your pet at home alone?

Most pet owners will tell you that in an ideal world you'd spend all day with your four-legged friend, but in reality, life and work can often get in the way. Well, Australia is looking to do something about that with potential new laws that could see dog owners having to spend at least three hours with their pets every day - regardless of any other commitments. That got us thinking about the best environment for your pets; dogs, cats, chickens and hamsters. Megan Alderson from Auckland's The Strand Veterinarian is here to share her views.