São Paulo names new law after dog that stayed by owner’s grave for 10 years

The Bob Coveiro (the Gravedigger) Law ‘recognises the emotional bond between guardians and their pets’A dog that remained beside his former owner’s grave for 10 years has now given his name to a new state law allowing pets to be buried alongside their loved ones in São Paulo.The new law – already being informally referred to as the Bob Coveiro (the Gravedigger) Law, in tribute to its inspiration – was signed this week by the governor of Brazil’s most populous state, the conservative Tarcísio de Freitas. Continue reading...