As temperatures drop and the wind picks up, the rain is taking a toll on pets. An appeal published by Funchal Notícias highlights dogs chained up and exposed to the cold and damp.
According to the outlet, images of animals without adequate protection arrive every day: kennels do not shield them from the weather, and some dogs are on balconies without shelter, soaked through.
The appeal asks owners to bring animals in from balconies, remove chains and build proper shelters. Anyone who sees neglect is encouraged to speak to the people involved and offer help, rather than only taking photos.