Travelling across London with a pet can be a logistical challenge, but it's now possible to ride with your dog in an Uber, thanks to the latest addition to the on-demand taxi app.
Following trials in Europe, Uber launched Uber Pet on Tuesday (April 26). The service allows riders on Uberx to select an additional £3.20 surcharge that lets their pets join the ride. Selecting the "Uber pet" option will notify the driver that there will be a pet riding alongside.
To celebrate, Uber will be partnering with Highgate-based charity All Dogs Matter and donating £1 from each Uber Pet trip to the charity.
Ira Moss, general manager of All Dogs Matter said: “Uber Pet is a really exciting new service, being able to guarantee that your dog is able to ride alongside you in an Uber. Receiving £1 from each Uber Pet trip in April will make a huge difference to us as a charity.”
The launch of Uber Pet will not affect Uber’s service animal policy. Passengers with service animals should request their Uber ride as usual.
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