Greyfriars Bobby was a Skye Terrier who became famous in 19th-century Edinburgh for his unwavering loyalty to his owner. The most popular tale tells us that Bobby belonged to John Gray, a night watchman for the Edinburgh City Police. When John Gray died in 1858, he was buried in Greyfriars Kirkyard, a cemetery near Edinburgh. Legend has it that Bobby then spent the next 14 years guarding his master's grave until his own death in 1872.
Greyfriars Bobby's story of loyalty has captured hearts for generations. His statue stands near Greyfriars Kirkyard, a popular tourist destination in Edinburgh.
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