National Census of Stray Animals: are Portuguese data reliable or not?Photo by Jonathan Córdova R. on Pexels
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National Census of Stray Animals: are Portuguese data reliable or not?

Público29 August 2026 at 14:15

Portugal currently has the most complete published national estimate of stray dogs and cats based on direct observation of the animals. This estimate represents a significant advancement in data collection on the stray animal population in the country. The article analyzes the reliability of this data and questions whether it is rigorous enough to support public policies for managing these animals. The opinion is presented by Alexandre Azevedo, who addresses the methodologies used and the challenges associated with collecting this information. The discussion about data quality is relevant to those who manage and regulate stray animal matters in Portugal.

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