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Failing to pick up pet waste from the ground can result in fines of hundreds of euros

Pet owners are legally required under municipal regulations to immediately clean up and bag animal waste in public spaces across major Portuguese cities. Fines vary by municipality, ranging from 75 to 350 euros in Porto, 250 to 1,500 euros in Faro, and 150 to 1,500 euros in Lisbon. Visually impaired individuals accompanied by guide dogs are exempt from these rules.

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If you walk a dog in public spaces in Portugal, failing to clean up after your pet can lead to municipal fines running from 75 to 1,500 euros depending on the city.

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