2025-07-28
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related markets.
In May, several eastern cities, including Shanghai,
Hefei in Anhui province, and Wuxi in Jiangsu province,
launched dedicated pet-friendly bus routes allowing citizens easier travel with their companion animals.
Shanghai's custom pet bus service has already provided rides to over 120 passengers
since its launch.
That is according to Liao Weihua,
a representative from the transportation company that operates the service.
Liao said that the idea behind the pet-specific route was to support the creation of pet-friendly cities,
stimulate the pet economy, and meet the mobility needs of pet owners,
which is also part of the company's broader transition strategy.
The Shanghai bus route stops at several pet-friendly commercial hubs taking around 100 minutes from start to finish.
Tickets cost 20 yuan, approximately Two US dollars and 80 cents per person, including one pet.
With service currently available only at weekends.
Passengers must book tickets online in advance.
Only pets with a shoulder height under 40 centimeters and with valid documentation such as dog licenses or cat vaccination certificates are allowed to ride.
Animals must remain on a leash at all times.
Safety staff are present on board to check documentation and monitor the animal's wellbeing.
In some cities, buses are also staffed with veterinarians and dog trainers.