Bill / 528 / XVII · 23 de March de 2026
Regulates the containment and training of companion animals, prohibiting the commercialization and use of 'electric collars' and 'strangulation collars', proceeding to the tenth amendment to Decree-Law No. 276/2001, of October 17
Official title in Portuguese: Regula a contenção e treino de animais de companhia, vedando a comercialização e utilização de “coleiras de choque” e de “coleiras estranguladoras'', procedendo à décima alteração ao Decreto-Lei n.º 276/2001, de 17 de outubro
PLAIN LANGUAGE EXPLANATION
What this proposal would change
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Plain language summary
Bans collars that hurt animals
More detailed explanation
The law prohibits collars that cause pain or injuries to animals, updating existing laws. Traders cannot sell these products. Animals gain legal protection. Pet owners and sellers must follow the new rules.
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CURRENT STATUS
Approved in a vote
Vote on 28 de outubro de 2026: Approved.
Status in the parliamentary record: Final global vote.
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