How to take a train with a dog: analysis of hot topics on the Internet and practical guide
Recently, "pet travel" has become a hot topic on social platforms. In particular, discussions related to "taking dogs on high-speed trains" have soared in popularity on Weibo, Xiaohongshu and other platforms. The following is the data on hot topics on the Internet in the past 10 days and a complete guide to taking pets on a ride.
| hot topics | Number of discussions (10,000) | Main platform |
|---|---|---|
| New rules for pet transportation on high-speed rail | 28.5 | Weibo, Douyin |
| Guide dog refused to ride on bus | 19.2 | Zhihu, Bilibili |
| Rights protection for pets dying in consignment | 15.7 | little red book |
| Tips for making your own pet stroller | 12.3 | Douyin, Kuaishou |
1. Detailed explanation of the dog-carrying policy on high-speed trains
According to the latest regulations of 12306:
| pet type | Transportation method | Required documents |
|---|---|---|
| Small dogs (<20kg) | Consignment/Escort | Quarantine certificate + vaccine booklet |
| guide dog | Carry it with you | Work permit + training certificate |
| other dogs | No boarding allowed | - |
2. Practical steps (taking consignment as an example)
1.Prepare in advance:Apply for the "Animal Quarantine Certificate" 48 hours before departure, and you need to bring rabies vaccination records (vaccination requires 21 days)
2.Station handling:Arrive at the private room at the station 3 hours before departure, fill in the consignment form and weigh the fee (fee is about 0.3 yuan/kg/100 kilometers)
3.Container requirements:A reinforced cage or flight box must be used, with an absorbent pad on the bottom. The cage must have ventilation openings and allow pets to turn around freely.
3. Netizens’ actual testing experience
| city | Successful cases | Things to note |
|---|---|---|
| Beijing West Railway Station | Corgis shipped to Wuhan | Request a copy of the owner’s ID card |
| Guangzhou South Railway Station | Bichon Frize dog escorted by car | Need to purchase escort ticket |
| Chengdu East Railway Station | Guide dog rides | Need to report 72 hours in advance |
4. Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Under what circumstances will shipment be refused?
A: ① Pets in estrus ② Short-nosed dogs (French Bulldog, Pug, etc.) ③ Puppies under 6 months old
Q: How can I check my pets on the way?
A: After going through the escort procedures, you can enter the luggage cart to check. For ordinary consignment, you need to pick it up after arriving at the station.
5. Recommendation of alternatives
If you do not meet the conditions for motor vehicle transportation, you may consider:
| way | Advantages | Fee reference |
|---|---|---|
| Pet car | door to door service | 500-800 yuan/500km |
| air consignment | Fast timeliness | Starting from 300 yuan + fuel fee |
| hitchhiking | low cost | 150-400 yuan |
Warm reminder:It is recommended to call 12306 before traveling to confirm the latest policy manually. Some stations have additional restrictions on pet species. Try to avoid checking in during high-temperature periods in summer to prevent pets from heat stroke caused by excessive temperature in the carriage.
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