Popular ride-sharing company Uber has launched its pet-friendly service in Romania. Users can choose the new Uber Pet option directly in the app for an additional fee of 10 RON.
Currently the service is only available in Bucharest.
“At Uber, we know that pets are part of the family, and we’re excited to offer a solution that makes it easier for our riders to travel with their furry companions. Uber Pet is designed to provide comfort and convenience for both our riders and our drivers, ensuring a pleasant experience for everyone on board,” said Ana-Maria Borlovan, Uber’s Head of Driver Operations for Central and Eastern Europe.
Uber Pet is limited to one pet per ride, mainly dogs and cats. Passengers who wish to travel with multiple pets should first let the driver know, who will then decide whether they want to take them on the ride.
“Pets are likely to leave behind some hair or pet odor, in which case there will be no cleaning fee. However, if your pet has an accident that requires car cleaning (urine, feces, vomit, damage, etc.), you will be required to pay a cleaning fee,” Uber said.
Uber also recommends that users keep their dog or cat on a leash or harness or in a carrier. If the pet is not a dog, it must be in a carrier.
Riders should also bring a blanket or towel to cover the seat to reduce the risk of damage or soiling.
Uber also recommends that users ask the driver if they have a preferred seat for the pet.
Uber is a technology app that connects riders and drivers and is available in over 10,000 cities in more than 70 countries around the world. In Romania, Uber is available in 22 cities: Bucharest, Brașov, Timișoara, Cluj-Napoca, Iași, Constanța, Oradea, Craiova, Ploiești, Piteși, Galați, Brăila, Sibiu, Buzău, Bacău, Râmnicu Vâlcea, Alba Iulia, Arad, Târgu Mureș, Baia Mare, Târgoviște and Suceava.
(Photo source: Uber)
