A Eurobarometer survey conducted in March 2023 found that 88% of Portuguese people believe that the welfare of farm animals in the country should be better protected. This is higher than the European average of 84%, but lower than a previous survey in 2015. The survey also revealed that a majority of Portuguese people call for a ban on fur farming and believe that male chicks should not be killed, even if it leads to higher egg prices. However, fewer Portuguese people consider improving animal welfare in slaughterhouses as very important compared to the European average.