The Municipality of Barcelos approved today, in a Council meeting, the update of subsidies for the Extraordinary Campaign to Support the Sterilization of companion animals. The measure, aimed at residents and collective entities of the municipality, seeks to reinforce the incentive for sterilization, promoting animal welfare, responsible ownership, and the prevention of abandonment.
Sterilization is considered an important measure to prevent unwanted litters, contribute to animal population control, and reduce the risk of abandonment. Through this campaign, the Municipality aims to facilitate access to this procedure and raise community awareness about the importance of responsible practices in the care and protection of companion animals.
With the updated subsidy table, the Barcelos Municipal Council reinforces its commitment to promoting animal welfare, encouraging responsible behavior, and contributing to a more conscious and supportive community.
Applications can be submitted in person at the Balcão Único do Município de Barcelos or via email at geral@cm-barcelos.pt and balcaounico@cm-barcelos.pt. Applications remain open until the available funds are depleted.
The Council meeting of October 12, 2026, also approved several other proposals, including support for housing rental, allocation of special urban waste tariffs to needy consumers and large families, and financial contributions for the organization of the Mundiavocat – World Football Championship for Lawyers and for the Commission of Festivities in Honor of Nossa Senhora do Livramento.
Deliberations were also approved regarding the rehabilitation of schools, construction of housing developments, and updates to contracts for cleaning and disinfection services for municipal spaces. Other proposals included the approval of preliminary studies for new crossings and housing developments, and the ratification of decisions related to public procurement procedures.
