Hurt a dog or cat in Brazil, and you could face up to 5 years in prison. NT
Hurt a dog or cat in Brazil, and you could face up to 5 years in prison.
In 2020, Brazil pᴀssed the Sansão Law, named after a dog whose abuse shocked the nation.
The law made cruelty against dogs and cats a serious crime, punishable by prison time, fines, and bans on owning animals.
And Brazil didn’t stop there. In 2025, the country expanded protections by banning cosmetic tattoos and piercings on pets, with the same harsh penalties for violators.
A powerful reminder: animals are not objects. They feel pain, fear, and love, and they deserve protection.
