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Pets on flights can be classed as baggage, top EU court rules

https://www.theguardian.com/law/2025/oct/16/pets-on-flights-can-be-classed-as-baggage-iberiahttps://www.politico.eu/article/hold-ecj-ruling-on-pets-as-baggage-pre-writes/https://www.dw.com/en/pets-arent-passengers-eu-top-court-finds/a-74387149
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Pets on flights can be classed as baggage, top EU court rules Open in Theguardian.com
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  • ECJ confirms pets lack passenger status; they are baggage, so pet-loss claims follow baggage liability rules.
  • A special declaration of interest in delivery can enable higher compensation for a lost pet; without it, standard baggage limits apply.
  • EU animal welfare rules do not override baggage classification for liability purposes, as long as welfare standards are respected during transport.

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EU top court rules pets can be ‘baggage,’ limiting airline liability for lost animals

EU top court rules pets can be ‘baggage,’ limiting airline liability for lost animals

Pets aren't passengers, EU top court finds – DW – 10/16/2025

Pets aren't passengers, EU top court finds – DW – 10/16/2025

Pets on flights can now be classed as baggage, EU court rules

Pets on flights can now be classed as baggage, EU court rules

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