We all know that French inheritance law is complicated and prescriptive - but what's the legal situation if you want to leave your money and estate to a beloved furry friend?
Emma Pearson - emma.pearson@thelocal.com
Updated: Fri 5 Jun 2026 11:34 CET
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A cushion depicting the cat Choupette of German fashion designer Karl Lagerfeld - who left his €10 million fortune to the cat. Photo by Ina FASSBENDER / AFP
We all know that French inheritance law is complicated and prescriptive - but what's the legal situation if you want to leave your money and estate to a beloved furry friend?
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