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For six years, a dog named Capitán has stayed by his owner's graveside in Villa Carlos Paz Cordoba, Argentina. Every day at 6pm, he lays by Miguel Guzmán's headstone, on faithful vigil.

The dog's remarkable story of loyalty began on March 24, 2006, when Miguel, who was Capitán's owner, passed away. As soon as Capitán realized Miguel was no longer at home, he left to search for him and miraculously managed to find Miguel's grave in the nearby cemetery. Since then, the dog has stayed by his deceased owner's side and refuses to return home.

Miguel had brought Capitán, a German Shepherd mix, home as a surprise for his son Damián in 2005. His wife Veronica told La Voz that when Capitán disappeared just after her husband’s death, she and her son searched for him, but were unable to find him. They thought he may have died or been adopted by another family.

But soon after, when Damien went to visit his father in the cemetery, there was Capitán! No one could explain how Capitán had discovered where Miguel was resting, but he had. The family had a joyful reunion but when they tried to bring Capitán home, he refused. Veronica and Miguel tried several times, but Capitán would not leave. He would sometimes follow them home for a short time, but then Capitán would always return to the cemetery.

The cemetery is now considered home for Capitán. According to cemetery director, Hector Baccega, the dog has earned the affection of precinct workers and cemetery caretakers, who make sure he is fed and kept up-to-date on his immunizations. At one point, Capitán had broken his front leg, so a vet was called over to give Capitán care.

Photo credit: La Voz

Capitán will occassionally go to his old home to visit Veronica and Damien. However, Veronica said she has come to accept that Capitán does not want to stay home and that he wishes to stay close to his best friend. Damien, now 13, also recognizes Capitán is caring for his dad. Damien admits he had wanted to bring Capitán home to stay over the years, but knows the dog will want to return to his dad's side.

Hector Baccega said that Capitán walks with him through the cemetery every day, but when the early evening approaches, he goes to Miguel's tomb and lays down next to the headstone. Hector feels the amazing dog is sharing a valuable lesson with humans – to appreciate the memories of the dearly departed.
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Photo credit: La Voz
Photo credit: La Voz

Photo credit: La Voz

Responses to "Faithful dog refuses to leave his owner's graveside for six years (Photos)"

  1. Anonymous says:

    Evolved beings..No I love animals, especially dogs....I send love and blessings to this amazing being...

  2. Anonymous says:

    Beautiful. Capitan is the epitome of loyalty.

  3. Anonymous says:

    LOVE IS UNCONDITIONAL AND FOREVER

  4. Anonymous says:

    What an amazing story........... loyal for sure It brought a tear to my eye for sure <3

  5. Anonymous says:

    when I came to know people I got the love animals

  6. Anonymous says:

    and I hope when the day comes for this fur baby to go to the rainbow bridge.....the church allow his remains to stay with his best friend.....as I am 100% sure they will reunite and cross the rainbow bridge together xxx

  7. Anonymous says:

    nothing like the love of a dog..he will always be mans best friend....lovely story..it made me cry.....angelroses.

  8. Anonymous says:

    thats what you call mans best friend loyal to the end and i hope when captains time comes they will allow his remains to stay with his best friend.xxx

  9. Anonymous says:

    That is a powerful bond there

  10. zoomy says:

    Amazing...

  11. emotional

  12. Anonymous says:

    amazing, sad, beautiful, and wondeful.......there is more to people then animals then we realize. Lesson to be learned here........

  13. Anonymous says:

    Wonderful story. I know how faithful animals are to their human parents, and the love they show us & feel for us. I have 4 dogs & I love all my fur babies like I do my own children . Bless Captain for his dedication to his master & may they remain together for eternity!

  14. Unknown says:

    God Bless Capítan for his loyalty. I wish humans were on the same level as faithful, loving pets.

  15. Grey Wolf says:

    PEOPLE ~ AT LEAST SOME ANYWAY ~ HAVE NO IDEA WHAT REAL LOVE IS ~ THE ELDERS KNOW THIS LOVE ~ AND SO DOES A PET ~ WHEN THERE IS A GAP IN TIME AND YOU ARE OUT OF THEIR SIGHT 10-20-30 MINUTES EVEN THEIR SO GLAD YOU`V RETURNED HOME TO THEM ~ THIS IS TRUE LOVE AND DEVOTION... GREY WOLF

  16. Anonymous says:

    There are other cases like this. Dogs, as a whole, are so much nicer than humans, as a whole. They owe their steadfast friendship to their ancestor, mankind's oldest oldest friend...

  17. Laura says:

    Human beings should learn loyalty from dogs..

  18. Laura says:

    it's like in the movie of " Huchi "

  19. Anonymous says:

    Has anyone thought that maybe Capitán can see his owner at that site? Animals are known for being able to sense the paranormal.

  20. John says:

    This is why I Love All Animals. I would do anything for my Companion Dog Whose Name is Morning Dawn. She watches over me like an Eagle.

  21. Anonymous says:

    Remains me of Huchi. Dogs are so loyal and loving.

  22. Anonymous says:

    We lost our beautiful old black Labrador yesterday to illness - the most wonderful, loyal dog we have ever owned, our hearts are broken.....this dog Captain epitomizes what our boy gave us...total and utter devotion. God bless these dogs...they show mankind how to LOVE. I agree with a comment above..when he dies, make sure his remains or ashes go with his owner....the Rainbow Bridge will await their crossing.

  23. Anonymous says:

    Beautiful story and what a beautiful dog too! If only we as humans were as kind! Sadly there are those who are cruel to our 4-legged furry friends! I love my dog as I do children. He is my baby!!

  24. Anonymous says:

    Much like the wolves, they to are very loyal. Stupid human are to stupid to see that, and all they want to do is kill them off. Many many canines are very loyal, and special gifts if only given the chance. Like detecting cancers in a human body, assistance and guide dogs, and many other uses.

  25. Anonymous says:

    Humans could learn alot about true loyalty and eternal love!! What a beautiful story!!

  26. Anonymous says:

    What a sad and lovely story! What a beautiful dog!! I too have a German Shepherd and her name is Angel. She is so smart and loyal! She feels her job is to guard the condo and she does by staying by the door or at the head of the stairs at night. People could learn a lot from dogs and wolves. I also love wolves and feel they should be protected, not killed!

  27. Anonymous says:

    super gracious creature, love him...

  28. Anonymous says:

    I think this is so beautiful. Mans best friend does not even explain the love this dog shared for his owner. I hope this dog is with is owner forever and i much agree with the comments above about him being buried next to the guy so they can be together forever!!

  29. Anonymous says:

    such a touching story,,it goes to show that love is forever..so loyal a friend that not even death will intervene

  30. Anonymous says:

    ANIMALS LOVES US FOREVER, NOT SURE HUMAN ARE ABBLE TO DO THE SAME.
    This story makes me cry, so beautiful;

  31. Anonymous says:

    I pray when he dies that he is placed by the one he loves and is loyal too...

  32. Anonymous says:

    I believe this is on devoted dog to stay with his master even though he has passed on

  33. Anonymous says:

    Wow,what a touching story! Unconditional love for sure.Thanks for sharing.

  34. Anonymous says:

    i love this story it made me cry

  35. Robert Rademeyer says:

    No wonder DOG is GOD spelt backwards...Beautiful, touching story.

  36. Unknown says:

    moi je vient malheureusement de perdre ma maman au mois d'avril j'ai recuperer mon chien qui vivait a la maison,et elle s'ennuyais de ma maman ,elle est partie au mois de juillet elle est devenue malade surement qu'elle s'ennuyais de ma maman,j'ai due la faire piquer pour pas qu'elle souffre,ce fut dur pour moi cette annee,elle avais 13 ans!!

  37. Anonymous says:

    this story is priceless....one of the most awesome occurances that has touched the threads of my heart....this animal is one of God's purest angels...it drew out a waterfall of tears from me...what an animal..!!

  38. Anonymous says:

    le plus bel ami de l homme j adore ce chien beau et fidele

  39. Anonymous says:

    Love is for ever. ..

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