Whether pets can be shipped on trains has probably troubled many of you for a long time, and most of your answers probably are no. Because we have never seen pets on trains, but actually you are wrong. Not seeing pets on trains does not mean trains cannot ship pets; rather, trains have designated places for pets, and not seeing them doesn’t mean they don’t exist.

Usually, traffic rules generally do not allow pets on board. If you really want to reach a destination with your pet, you can apply for shipping. However, shipping pets has some prerequisites; not every train can ship pets. You have to ask the train management staff in advance which trains can handle pet shipping, and prepare quarantine certificates related to your pet to avoid unnecessary troubles caused by pets. Some people ask, my pet is very well-behaved, doesn’t make noise or fuss, so why can’t my pet take the train? It’s probably because of concerns over the following unnecessary troubles.

Pets urinating and defecating everywhere: Since train trips take a long time, the timing of pets’ eliminations is unpredictable and uncontrollable, which would cause environmental pollution in public places. This is unhygienic and negatively impacts the travel experience of some passengers.

Causing discomfort to passengers: Some children love pets very much, but others are very afraid. Some pets are very large, and children facing things bigger than themselves naturally feel fear. There are also elderly and pregnant passengers on trains whose immune systems and resistance are weak. To take care of them, some trains simply don’t allow pets.

Causing discomfort to pets: Like humans, pets can develop psychological issues. The narrow space on trains can make pets feel anxious and uneasy. Some pets may even show aggression, causing a great impact on passengers.

Therefore, trains can still ship pets.