Teddy, the emotional support dog of Alicia, who was prevented three times from boarding the TAP airline, embarks on Friday (30) to Lisbon
After months of waiting and negotiations, the Teddy service dog finally embarks this Friday (30) to find the little Alicia, a that is in Portugal. This case, which has gained international repercussion, comes to an end with a happy outcome. Since April, Alicia, 12, has lived with her parents in Europe and has eagerly awaited the arrival of her best friend, Teddy, who plays a crucial role in her life, helping her with her speech and communication difficulties.
The journey to bring together Ted and Alicia was not easy. After several failed boarding attempts, the coach and dog trainer, Ricardo Casarote, finally got the authorization needed to travel with TED on a flight of TAP to Lisbon. The dispute with the airline began in April with at least three failed boarding attempts. The situation worsened last weekend, when a flight was canceled after the family of Alicia obtained a court order to travel in the cabin, not in the luggage rack, as the company initially required.
The decision to allow TED to travel in the cabin was considered a significant victory for the family and the lawyers of Alicia. They considered the idea of the dog to travel in the luggage rack, given their essential functions for Alicia’s welfare. Ted’s presence in the cabin not only ensures the dog’s comfort, but also ensures that he is next to Alicia as soon as the plane landing, minimizing any additional stress for the girl. With the arrival of Ted to Lisbon, the wait and agony finally end. Alicia and her faithful companion will enjoy quiet and happy moments together in Europe, thus ending a chapter of uncertainties and challenges.
*With information from Rodrigo Viga
*Report produced with the aid of AI
