Decree-Law No. 276/2001, applying the European Convention for Pet Animal Protection and a special detention regime for potentially dangerous animals. Pays/Territoire Portugal Type du document Règlement Date 2001 Source FAO, FAOLEX Sujet Bétail Mot clé Protection des animaux Aire géographique Europe, Europe et Asie Centrale, Pays de l'Union Européenne, Atlantique Nord, Atlantique du Nord-Est, Europe du Sud Résumé This Decree-Law establishes a legal framework with national application, regarding the European Convention on Pet Animal Protection and a special regime for the detention of dangerous animals. This Law Decree is composed of 73 Articles, XI Chapters and VII Annexes and it reviews all aspects of animal wellbeing (hygiene, transportation means, feeding and nursing, chirurgical interventions). Chapter III specifies lodging and maintenance for reproduction means as well as for pet animal vending. Chapter VII includes norms for circuses, competitions, fairs and similar entertainment events. Chapter X refers to supervising, inspections and fining. Texte intégral Portugais