Take a taxi or rent a car with your dog
Hello Wouafer's!
Going on vacation with her chien requires some organization. If the most practical means of transport for traveling with his dog is the car, we don't all have one for ourselves or it's not always easy to take one (when you go by plane far for example).
During your different holidays with your dog, you may have been led to take public transport with your dog to move faster and further. Finally, when your dog was allowed to do so… but that's another subject!
So some of you may have preferred take the taxi or rent a car to avoid the time or geographic constraints sometimes posed by bus, planes or trains.
In this new article from Mag ', I will give you my best tips and tricks for take a taxi and/or rent a car with your dog !
Whether for a long or short stay with your pet, take a taxi or rent a car with your dog may turn out to be a necessity and it is better to prepare for it!
Contents of this article 100% dogs and holidays
- In a car, your dog must be attached thanks to a suitable safety device ;
- Many protective devices and security can be installed as a transport container, a safety leash…. These devices will protect your dog in the event of an accident and also your car interior if your dog is dirty ;
- In France, there is no no law which prohibits the dogs board a taxi or board a rental car. The acceptance of your chien or not is at the discretion of the taxi driver or car rental company. Ask him before making your reservation to avoid very bad surprises!
Traveling by car with your dog
Before getting to the heart of the matter, that of rent a car for the holidays with your dog or take a taxi with your dog, I offer you a little reminder on good practices and what you should not forget when traveling by car with your dog.
- Bring your dog to safety
You are not unaware that a dog on board a car must be tied up and secured using a safety leash or in any other way ensuring that it is attached comfortably, effectively and safe way. Above all, do not tie your dog by the necklace when traveling by car, which could strangle him or cause damage to his trachea in the event of violent braking. Rather prefer a harness which will put him at less risk of serious injury.
A correctly attached dog means both putting him in security but also make oneself safe ! If violent braking should occur, a loose dog in the backseat would become a projectile more or less heavy that could injure you.
For even more security, you can also install a dividing net between the rear and front seats of your vehicle. And for maximum security, the best solution is the cage type transport box. Your dog therefore has his own space and travels safely “at home”. That transport container can also serve as niche at your vacation spot.
- Put your dog at ease
Your dog could be stress to go up in car and that's a normal reaction. If he was not accustomed to it when he was younger or has experienced a bad experience by car, the sounds, movements and speed might scare him. So remember to reassure him before the trip and to do not make him drink or eat too much before hitting the road to prevent him from getting sick. “Reassuring him beforehand” means taking a few short, non-anxiety trips. If the journey by car is limited to going to the veterinarian for a booster shot: your chien will quickly learn that when he gets into your car it's to live negative experiences...
If you choose your personal car or location, you can also set up a cozy corner for it in the car, on the back seat or in chest so that he can lie down and loosen. Also remember to take his cart, to couette or his doudou to bring him reassuring smells et familiar all the way!
Tips from Musher and Sophie: “Pst! If you want to know more about the road trips with your dog, I recommend that you read these two articles: Traveling by car with your dog et Going on vacation with your dog by car. "
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Take a taxi and a VTC with your dog
When we leave without personal car and that public transport does not accept our dogs, taxi or VTC (Tourist Vehicle with Driver) are a good alternative for moving quickly and efficiently from point A to point B. But our dog still has to be accepted on board! Can you take a taxi with your dog? How to book a taxi to travel with your dog? Can you take an Uber with your dog?
- Take a taxi or a VTC with your dog
In France, there is no no law prohibiting dogs from riding in a taxi. But it is still up to the driver to decide whether or not he accepts your animal in his vehicle.
The conditions of support and supplement also vary from driver to driver and are not subject to any legal framework except that which ensures that the driver can drive safely and without being bothered by your dog.
Thus, I recommend that you always announce your dog well when you contact the company or the taxi driver and do not try to hide the fact that you are traveling with a dog. At the risk of being refused access to the car once the driver is there.
Above all, do not try to minimize the size of the animal who accompanies you and be clear from the start on its size. If you tell the driver that it is a small dog and in reality you are traveling with an Irish wolfhound, the driver will not be very happy to welcome you and will surely refuse you access to his car.
Wearing a muzzle may also be required by the driver so that your chien has the right to board and without you being able to refuse it. So remember to always have one on you when you travel! It can even be used for other public transport in the city and for train.
To maximize your chances of being picked up by a taxi with your dog, you can also, and as far as possible, make him travel in a transport container. This can reassure the driver for the protection of the interior of his car and also put him more at ease if he is not. You can also take with you a blanket to allow your dog to sit and/or lie down without the risk of these hairs invading the cabin.
You also need to make sure your dog doesn't smell too bad and isn't dirty to assure the driver that his other customers won't even notice your pet has been there!
These few tips and golden rules also apply to VTC. The most important thing is to be honest and to announce yourself correctly at the risk of being refused several times. Thus, you will be sure to find a driver who is really dog friendly !
Be careful though when you book a VTC for you and your dog at Uber or whatever, the apps will just let you tick a box”pets allowed” without giving more details on the animal that accompanies you during your order which unfortunately does not guarantee that the driver agrees to have your dog on board his vehicle. And as it is difficult to be able to contact the driver upstream, it is possible that you will be refused when the driver arrives on site. Distrust then on this kind of reservation…
- animal taxis
In recent years, what are called the animal taxis. Those are companies specializing in the care of dogs, cats and NAC (New Pets) to get them from point A to point B. Whether it's an appointment with the veterinary, at the groomer or a journey to join his masters, the role of the driver of a animal taxi is to bring an animal to its destination in the most optimal possible travel conditions. A great solution for our animal friends!
Of course, you can be part of the trip, but if not, clear care instructions you will be asked as well as the your pet's identification papers.
Tips from Musher and Sophie: “If you are looking for a animal taxi in the Paris, AEROCABSERVICE is at your disposal for your trips with your dog!”
Moreover, if you have already used this service, or an equivalent service elsewhere in France, do not hesitate to tell us about your experience by commenting on this article (just below) or by contacting us on our Social Media !
Rent a car with your dog
You do not have car or you can't take your car for them next vacation with your dog ? Rent a rental car for your vacation ! When you get off the plane at the airport, when you leave the ferry at the port, when you leave the station: choose a car rental company that accepts dogs on board and set off on an adventure with your pet.
There too, no French law prohibits taking your dog with you in a rental vehicle.
Many car rental websites state that there is no no worries about your pets accompanying you in the car you have rented for your vacation.
A reminder of security rules to respect for a trip in complete safety and in all serenity through the France,Europe and whole world is almost systematically done there.
The only rules to follow when you borrow a rental car with your dog are those that concern the integrity of the car and its interior. It comes down to your responsibility to keep the interior of the vehicle in good condition and to prevent your dog from damaging or dirtying it. If applicable, damages may be claimed from you according to the terms of deposit and rental of the agency with which you made your reservation.
It is nevertheless appropriate to inform upstream on the site or directly with the agency from whom you wish to rent your vehicle to ensure that pooch is accepted on board. This avoids any unpleasant surprises!
Tips from Musher and Sophie: “To make sure that the interior of your rental car remains as clean as possible, I advise you to install a seat protector in the back or a trunk protector ! You can also take care of dry your dog if he has gone swimming or if his paws are wet with a microfiber towel to keep the upholstery spotless. As for his fur, a brush to avoid dead hair and a adhesive roller or brush We will take care of leaving no trace of his beautiful fur coat on the seats of your vehicle!”
Finally on the choice of type of car to rent, it all depends on the duration of your trip, equipment and bags that you carry as well as number of passengerss on board. For a trip of two or more people with a dog, a big city car for space or a break to be able to install your dog in the trunk will be rather recommended.
Tips from Musher and Sophie: “The standard cars break et SUV are often quite high which can trouble your dog getting on and off. If he is from small size or suffers from health and motor problems, a foldable ramp can be easily transported and set up to allow your dog not to get too much tired or risk injury ! Or, choose a model compatible with your dog! I'm very careful for Musher who suffers fromOsteoarthritis and who can no longer jump as before. I look in detail at the photos of car trunks to validate the model I need!”
The car is surely the most popular mode of transport. comfortable and the most handy to borrow when we are accompanied by our dogs! Even though Musher is comfortable in the train, he is always easier to organize trips by car when she comes with me. So I can take breaks when she needs to and really plan my route according to her needs and those of the whole family.
But when you don't have your own car and public transport does not accept dogs, we quickly find ourselves obliged to call on a taxi or rent a car.
Take the taxi or VTC with his dog can be a headache but staying honest et transparent by presenting your chien neighborhoods, are the template and transport conditions you should find your happiness. Not sure that you will be accepted on the first phone call or on the first trip, but when you have found LE driver, you will be sure that your dog will be able to board.
For car rental, it's a bit simpler. The law does not prohibit taking your dog on board a rental car and rental companies are generally quite open On the question. You just have to make sure your pet doesn't make a mess in the car. !