Passengers on Russian long-distance trains began to often take their pets with them. as he wrote DEA Newsbut not everyone knows the rules of transportation by rail.
It is noted that all regulatory documents on the rules for the transport of animals are on the website of Russian Railways. There are general provisions and details published regarding reserved seat, compartment, SV, seat wagons and other wagon types.
The press service of the Federal Passenger Company (FPC, a subsidiary of Russian Railways, carries out almost all transport on long-distance trains in Russia) reported: “All passenger cars can be divided into two categories: cars in which animals can be transported. and cars where the transport of any animals is prohibited. You can find out this information when issuing tickets at the box office. It is also reflected in the Russian Railways app or websites.
There are separate rules for guide dogs. Owners can carry them with them in cars of all categories, but at the same time, the dog must necessarily have a leash and muzzle.
You must buy a ticket for any animal. Small pets – miniature dogs, birds, transported in a carrier, the size of which the sum of the three dimensions should not exceed 180 cm. Large dogs may travel in a separate compartment. At the same time, all seats in this compartment must be paid, but then you do not have to pay extra for the dog.