Hong Kong pets welcomed aboard city’s first animal-friendly public bus service
Service considered breakthrough for commuters with animals as pets are typically prohibited from going on MTR trains, public buses and trams
Dozens of Hong Kong pet owners on Sunday hopped onto the inaugural bus for the city’s first animal-friendly public coach service, which aims to cater to commuters who want to travel with their pets.
Cats and dogs of all breeds were welcomed aboard the KMB double-decker with their excited owners outside Tsuen Wan MTR station in the morning, and travellers took pictures with their beloved pets on board.
The new service was a hit with commuters, as pets are otherwise prohibited from riding on MTR trains, public buses and trams.
Several pet owners lauded the service, telling the Post that it provided a cheap and convenient way to travel with their pets for just HK$35 (US$4.50) per journey for each traveller with one animal.
Individual commuters travelling with more than one pet would need to purchase an extra ticket.
Administrative worker Niko Law, who boarded the bus with her 2-year-old standard poodle Lulu, said the pair had taken a taxi from Yuen Long to Tsuen Wan just so they could experience the ride.
