How to take your dog on the train: hot topics and practical guides on the Internet in the past 10 days
Recently, discussions about pet travel have continued to heat up on social platforms, especially "bringing dogs on the train" has become the focus of pet owners. The following is a practical guide compiled based on hot spots across the entire network, including policy interpretation, necessary materials and precautions.
1. Statistics of hot topics in the past 10 days
| Topic keywords | Search volume (10,000) | Main discussion platform |
|---|---|---|
| Rules for bringing dogs on trains | 28.5 | Weibo/Zhihu |
| Pet quarantine certificate | 19.2 | Xiaohongshu/Douyin |
| dog stress management | 15.7 | Station B/Tieba |
| Pet shipping accident | 12.3 | Toutiao/Kuaishou |
2. The latest railway pet care policy (updated in 2024)
| Railway Bureau | Allowed car models | weight limit | Fee standard |
|---|---|---|---|
| China Railway Group | High-speed rail/EMU | ≤5kg (including cage) | 20 yuan/time |
| Guangzhou Railway Group | Regular train | ≤10kg | 15 yuan/time |
| Shanghai Bureau | Business Class Car | ≤7kg | 30 yuan/time |
3. List of necessary materials
According to the actual testing experience of netizens, the following documents need to be prepared in advance:
| Material name | Handling agency | Validity period | Things to note |
|---|---|---|---|
| Proof of immunity | Designated pet hospital | 1 year | Rabies vaccination records required |
| Quarantine certificate | Animal Health Supervision Office | 3-5 days | Apply within 48 hours before departure |
| Proof of identity | Police Station/Dog License Office | long term | Must be consistent with the vaccine information |
4. Three major precautions that are hotly discussed across the Internet
1.Cage requirements: Many bloggers have found through actual measurements that soft flight cases have a higher passing rate, and the size must be smaller than the space under the seat (recommended to be within 60×40×30cm).
2.Ride time: Inspections are loose during off-peak hours on working days (9:00-11:00/14:00-16:00), and strict restrictions are imposed on holidays.
3.stress management: A popular Douyin video recommends starting to use pheromone spray 3 days before departure and preparing teething toys on the way to reduce anxiety.
5. Answers to frequent questions from netizens
| question | official reply | Additional suggestions |
|---|---|---|
| Can guide dogs get on the bus? | Exemption from inspection with certificate | A work saddle is required |
| Transfer midway | Need to go through security again | Allow more than 30 minutes |
| overweight pets | Must be checked | It is recommended to choose direct trains |
According to the latest announcement of 12306, "pet-friendly carriages" will be piloted from July 2024, and reservations are currently open for some trains on the Beijing-Shanghai Line and Chengdu-Chongqing Line. It is recommended to check the latest policies through the official APP before traveling to avoid changes in rules that may affect your itinerary.
Warm reminder: Cases of counterfeit quarantine certificates have appeared in many places recently. Please handle them through formal channels. If a staff member charges illegally, you can call 12306-5 to complain and safeguard your rights.
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