RECENTLY I travelled to Sydney by train. While in transit I pondered why dogs (excluding assistant dogs) are banned from travelling in public transport. In Europe, most capital cities permit dogs to travel on trains. Most charge a concession rate, while some have a pass.
Australia is a land of dog lovers. Sixty-five per cent of people have dogs, and 75 per cent are car dependent to recreational areas. Not everybody has a car. Dogs in public transport could solve this; fewer cars on the road and more dogs and people exercising. Dogs generally visit the vet two or three times a year. Without a car, a dog's health is compromised.
