It is reported that most countries have stipulated that owners are not allowed to take long-distance trains with pets. However, American Railways has announced a pilot plan to open two northeast routes to allow small pets to accompany them before February next year, including trains stopping in Washington and Virginia. This will provide a great convenience for parents who go far away from home, and no longer need to worry about pets alone at home.
According to the plan, pets weighing less than 20 pounds (about 9 kg) can board the train with their owners for up to seven hours. This rule applies to two routes: Boston, New York, Washington, Lynchburg, Virginia, Newport News, and Norfolk; The Northeaster between Boston and Brunswick, Maine.
A spokesman for Amtrak said that each passenger is limited to one pet. In addition, the pet must be kept in the pet box and placed under the seat.
According to the regulations of the railway company, passengers need to pay a "fare" of $25 for their pets. Pet babies must be at least eight weeks old, and they are required to wear pet diapers, pet diapers, no unpleasant smell or offensive, and will not interfere with other passengers during the journey. In addition, pets are not allowed to enter business class, coffee cars,s or other dining cars.
According to the statement of the railway company, passengers must arrive at the ticket window 30 minutes before departure to confirm whether their pets are qualified for boarding and sign the consent form.
The new plan has been piloted until February 16 next year, when the railway company will decide whether to extend the program or expand the accompanying pet measures to other routes in the United States.
Most people worry about pets and people taking long-distance trains or buses. American Railways will allow small pets to accompany some of the pilot trains, which is a very humane regulation and provides convenience for some pet owners who travel far away.
