Do Taxis allow Dogs?
When looking to take your dog for a ride in a taxi, the most important thing to remember is that the decision lies mainly with the taxi driver. Depending if the driver is allergic to pet dander and if the passenger has the right travel equipment for the ride is the reason why. While this may seem daunting, there are some key things you can do to make sure you score that dog-friendly taxi ride.
1. Call ahead of time. Most taxi companies are used to customers requesting to bring animals along for the ride. If you call ahead of time, the dispatcher can make sure to send a dog friendly taxi driver right to you. Make sure to be honest about the size and breed of your dog as some drivers might only be ok with certain types of dogs!
2. Show off your well-behaved dog. Make sure your dog is sitting very nicely beside you. If your dog looks calm and well behaved, drivers will feel more comfortable stopping and picking up you and your dog!
3. Bring a towel. If your dog is a big shedder or loves to dig holes at the back yard, make sure to bring a towel or blanket to put over the seat. Cab drivers are notorious for taking pride in their clean cars and if the driver arrives and you have a wet, muddy dog chances are slim that your best friend will get a ride.
4. Bring a carrier. If your dog is small enough to fit in a carrier that you can hold or place beside you, use it! Most cab drivers have zero problems giving a lift to a dog if it is contained within a carrier.
5. Tip nicely. If you get a driver who is happy to have your dog in their car, make sure to show them you appreciate it!
2. Show off your well-behaved dog. Make sure your dog is sitting very nicely beside you. If your dog looks calm and well behaved, drivers will feel more comfortable stopping and picking up you and your dog!
3. Bring a towel. If your dog is a big shedder or loves to dig holes at the back yard, make sure to bring a towel or blanket to put over the seat. Cab drivers are notorious for taking pride in their clean cars and if the driver arrives and you have a wet, muddy dog chances are slim that your best friend will get a ride.
4. Bring a carrier. If your dog is small enough to fit in a carrier that you can hold or place beside you, use it! Most cab drivers have zero problems giving a lift to a dog if it is contained within a carrier.
5. Tip nicely. If you get a driver who is happy to have your dog in their car, make sure to show them you appreciate it!
There is a $5 to $10 additional fee for riders traveling with pets, but it's seems like a convenient option for dog lovers with limited transport options. I hope that Eco Taxi’s new service will encourage other travel companies to consider adding pet friendly features too. If there's anything that Volusia County animal lovers can agree on, it's that having a pet here is expensive!
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