Daily Talker: Buried With Your Pet

Pet owners who want to spend eternity next their beloved dog or cat could get that chance under a bill being considered by Massachusetts lawmakers.

The bill would let cemeteries offer areas for the "co-internment of both human and animal remains," including cremated remains.

Supporters say allowing the burials will help pet owners honor the strong bonds they have formed with their pets.

But cemetery owners said there are other religious and environmental concerns with allowing animals to be interred in areas traditionally meant for human burials.

WBZ-TV spoke with the bill's legislative sponsor, Rep. Nick Collins (D-Boston).

"There are people, many people, who have a very close relationship with their pets, consider them part of the family, and we think this should be an option on the table", Collins told WBZ.

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