'The most common question I’m asked is if the reindeers fly. My answer is always the same'

At work they go by stage names like Prancer and Vixen, but Philippa Auret’s reindeer are just like any other pets on their days off, enjoying treats and the odd bit of mischief.

The former riding school owner who runs NI Reindeer has been travelling the length and breadth of Ireland with her beloved pets in the last couple of weeks, delighting young and old alike.

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