Brasília, April 1, 2026 (AFP) - Brazil approves law allowing shared pet custody

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No more arguments over who gets the dog: A law passed by the Brazilian Congress will allow separating couples to share custody of their pets. The measure, approved by lawmakers on Tuesday, is viewed as reflecting the importance Brazilians place on their pets. The new law stipulates that if a couple separates without reaching an agreement regarding their pet, "a judge will determine the shared custody arrangement and the equitable distribution of......

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