The rules for the welfare and traceability of dogs and cats are set to change across the entire European Union. The new Regulation (EU) 2026/1818 officially came into force this Sunday. This change covers all member countries of the European Union and applies to both dogs and cats. The regulation establishes new standards related to animal welfare and the traceability of these companion animals. The new rules aim to harmonize national legislation and ensure greater protection for animals throughout the European space.
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Is there a dog or cat? New European rules have already come into effect and bring changes
SAPO Notícias31 August 2026 at 10:56
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