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Portugal criminalises chaining animals and leaving them on balconies
The Assembly of the Republic passed new legislation banning the permanent chaining of companion animals and their confinement to balconies. The law also prohibits the sale and use of training collars that cause pain or distress, and the Government has 90 days following the law's publication in the Official Gazette to define the specific rules for implementation.
Why it matters
If you are a pet owner, you must be aware that keeping animals chained or on balconies will become prohibited; you should look for updates on the specific regulations the government will release within the next 90 days to ensure your pet care practices are compliant.The Portugal NewsRead original ↗
