Pet owners in Los Silos must comply with new animal welfare obligations starting this Friday. The ordinance mandates cleaning animal urine with biodegradable liquid in public spaces, as well as immediately collecting and removing excrement.
Failure to comply with these rules is considered a minor offense and can result in financial penalties. The new regulation also addresses feeding feline colonies without municipal authorization and non-compliance with animal circulation rules. Fines range from 60 to 15,000 euros, depending on the severity of the infraction.
The ordinance prohibits the continuous presence of animals on terraces, patios, or vehicles, and stipulates they must spend the night inside the dwelling. Keeping dogs or cats permanently in these areas or in vehicles is classified as a serious offense.
On public roads, dogs must be walked on an appropriate leash or chain. Those considered potentially dangerous must also wear a muzzle and a leash less than two meters long. Pet access to playgrounds and children's play areas is prohibited, except for assistance dogs.
Establishments such as bars, restaurants, and hotels may allow pets in areas not used for food preparation, storage, or handling, and must indicate externally if they do not admit them.
Regarding feline colonies, the City Council will be responsible for their management, aiming to reduce their population and prevent public health risks. Individuals wishing to act as colony caretakers must apply for municipal authorization.
Other serious offenses include animal abandonment, unauthorized breeding, or the use of aggressive training methods. Very serious offenses, such as mistreatment causing disability or death, may result in the confiscation of the animal or disqualification from owning animals for up to ten years.
