Dogs as pets have been an inseparable part of our lives. They are the most faithful friends anyone may have. In our daily lives, we make little effort to care for and pamper our pet dog. When you have to travel by rail, though, a question arises. Most people want to travel with their pets on the train, but are pets allowed in train? Yes, you can travel with pets on train in India. If you are confused about how to carry a dog in train and how to book a dog ticket in train, then continue reading to get your answer. The more you hear about Indian Railways rules and regulations, the more confused you become. As a result, we decided to clear this for you.
You are allowed to ride with your dogs on Indian trains. However, the Indian railways will impose some rules and regulations on this journey. Only while travelling by First Class AC should the dog be held near and inside the cabin. They will be treated as luggage and transported in the Brake or Luggage Van in some cases. Dogs can also be permitted in train coaches if they are handled like a blind person’s seeing eye. However, even if you are travelling with your dog in a train compartment (other than an AC First class coupe), you must ensure that the dog does not create a nuisance. You must also obtain the permission of other passengers.
To carry a dog on trains, you need to contact the Parcel Office of your boarding station. You will be given a booking slip if you pay INR 10 or more (depending on the size of the dog). This is the train ticket for your dog. This booking slip is needed regardless of how the dog travels (whether in a train compartment or in a luggage van).
Step 01) Booking the ‘First AC’ ticket in an Indian Railway train.
Step 02) Submission of application and meet the Station master.
Step 03) Visit the vet.
Step 04) Reaching the departure station.
Step 05) Get pet’s boarding ticket.
Some General points to consider:
• Food, water, poops and pees are things to be managed by the parents themselves without creating any nuisance to the fellow travelers.
• It’s ideal to book an early evening, overnight train. You then have enough time in the morning to exhaust your pet so it sleeps peacefully overnight in the train and gets easier for you to handle in close confinement.
• Only you know your pet the best. Analyze potential behavioral problems and find best solutions to handle them in worst case scenarios.
• More you remain calm, more the pet will remain calm.
