Lyft Debuts Pet-Friendly Rides So You Can Carpool With Your Furry Friend
For years, riders and drivers have been asking for it, and now, Lyft has not only listened, but granted their wish! Introducing Pet rides: a new feature that matches riders with compatible drivers and pet-friendly cars.
“At Lyft, we believe that everyone belongs, and that includes our four-legged family members,” said Audrey Liu, EVP of Rider Experience at Lyft. “Whether you’re heading to the vet, the park, or just out for a day of errands, you can now bring your beloved pet with you, knowing that they’ll be paired with a driver who is ready to get them where they’re going,” echoed Lyft in their press release.
When can you start ordering a Pet ride?
Lyft is currently offering Pet rides, nationwide.
How many pets can you have in a Pet ride?
Passengers in a Pet ride are permitted to bring one cat or dog.
Where must the pets sit in a Pet ride?
Pets must remain in a carrier, on a blanket in the owner’s lap, or at their feet.
Do Pet rides cost extra?
Pet riders will need to pay an additional $4 fee plus tax. The full fee will go directly towards drivers and all of the extra costs will be shown in the upfront price.
How do you order a Pet ride?
Now when you open your Lyft app, you will see a pet option. By selecting this, the app will connect you with a driver who is ok having pets in the car.
What else is there to know?
Lyft hopes to encourage pet adoption through this new feature. Therefore, riders can score discounts and promotions during the launch period by adopting a pet from participating shelters working with Lyft.
“We are thrilled to partner with Lyft to introduce Pet rides. As a foster-based rescue without a physical shelter, this initiative will help our fosters immensely with transporting animals to our events, where they can meet potential adopters,” said Grace Coleman, Operations Volunteer at Waggytail Rescue. “We are also dedicated to rehabilitating animals in need, and Pet rides will help us get our fosters to vital vet appointments.”
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