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Booking Live Animals with Lufthansa Cargo

Lufthansa Cargo is consistently rated the best European airline for live animal transport by IPATA members. Here is what you need to know about booking AVI cargo with Lufthansa.

About Lufthansa Cargo for live animals

Lufthansa Cargo operates out of Frankfurt (FRA) and is recognised as a IPATA Best European Airline 2025. Understanding their specific AVI policies is essential before committing to any booking.

This page covers the key considerations for live animal bookings with Lufthansa Cargo. It is intended for pet relocation professionals, not private individuals.

Important note

AVIBooking is an independent booking coordination service. We are not affiliated with Lufthansa Cargo. Policies change — always verify current requirements before booking.

Hub airport

Frankfurt (FRA)

Recognition

IPATA Best European Airline 2025

Breed restrictions

Several breeds require reinforced CR82 kennels on Lufthansa including Rottweilers, American Staffordshire Terriers and Bull Terriers. Brachycephalic breeds subject to seasonal acceptance policies.

Frankfurt Animal Lounge

24/7 qualified animal keeper coverage at Frankfurt. Dedicated AVI facility with climate control.

LAR 2026 compliance

Lufthansa updated kennel requirements in 2026. Certain breeds now require reinforced wooden kennels (CR82).

Brachycephalic policy

Snub-nosed breeds subject to seasonal restrictions and specific acceptance requirements.

DGR certification

Lufthansa requires forwarders to be registered for their Live product.

How AVIBooking helps with Lufthansa Cargo bookings

AVIBooking handles live animal booking coordination with Lufthansa Cargo on behalf of pet relocation companies and other B2B clients. We manage the airline contact, verify breed acceptance, confirm capacity and deliver the Air Waybill.

Can you book Lufthansa Cargo for any animal type?
Subject to current acceptance policies, embargo status and available capacity. We verify acceptance before confirming any booking.
What information do you need to book with Lufthansa Cargo?
Route, animal type and breed, weight including crate, container dimensions and preferred travel dates. We handle everything from there.

Book live animals on Lufthansa Cargo

Contact AVIBooking and we'll handle the coordination.

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