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Can a Porto landlord refuse pets in a long-term lease?
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We found a T1 we like but the draft lease bans animals. We have a calm cat. Do landlords stick to this, and should we ask in writing before signing?
Checked 11 November 2026. Community answers, not legal advice. Confirm on official pages.
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Many contracts include a no-pets clause. Ask before you sign — some owners accept a cat with an extra cleaning deposit, others will not move. Get any exception in writing on the contract, not only in WhatsApp.
Do not hide the animal. Discovery mid-lease burns trust and can end badly. See also pet threads on Ask and the pets topic.