Sencelles implements dog census: fines of up to 1,000 euros for failing to submit a saliva sample

SimpleThe Sencelles Town Council has launched a canine genetic census with the aim of improving coexistence in the municipality, promoting responsible pet ownership, and moving towards a cleaner town. This pioneering initiative in the municipality allows for the identification of all dogs through a simple saliva sample and is free for their owners. Registration is mandatory for all dogs living in Sencelles, regardless of whether their owners are registered residents. Registration is free until March 31, 2026. Following the first sessions held on January 16 and 17, the Town Council has scheduled further sessions on January 30 and 31, with appointments still available. One of the main objectives of the genetic census is to reinforce civic responsibility and respect for public spaces. The system will allow for the identification of animals and action to be taken against uncivil behavior, especially regarding the collection of dog feces. The city council wants to emphasize the importance of keeping the streets clean and avoiding practices such as leaving bags of dog feces on the sidewalks, a problem that causes discomfort among residents.

In addition to contributing to the cleanliness of the town, the census will facilitate the recovery of lost or abandoned animals and allow for more efficient management of the municipal census. In this regard, the DNA campaign is part of a broader animal management strategy that includes a recent agreement with the Official College of Veterinarians of the Balearic Islands (COVIB). Thanks to this collaboration, Sencelles will have access to the RIACIB platform, an advanced tool for animal identification and control. The combination of these tools will allow, among other things, the management of feral cat colonies, the control of potentially dangerous animals, and an improved response to abandonment cases, always with full legal and data protection guarantees. The mayor of Sencelles, Joan Carles Verd Cirer, emphasized that these measures "will allow for more effective control of the animal census and improve the response to lost or abandoned animals, while also strengthening animal welfare protection in the municipality."

Those interested in registering their dog can make an appointment through the website www.adncanino.es/sencelles/ or by calling 962 204 550.