Grab launches GrabPet Beta, an on-demand pet-friendly transportation service, in Singapore

Popular ride-sharing service becomes pet-friendly. Source: grab.com

Grab announced the beta launch of a new transport service, GrabPet, which allows pet owners in Singapore to travel with their pets. GrabPet Beta is also the first pet transportation service in Singapore that includes additional insurance coverage for pets onboard. The new service is already available to all Grab users in Singapore.

• Grab is providing additional insurance for all pets, passengers and driver-partners on GrabPet rides.
• All GrabPet driver-partners are trained in pet handling and can help ensure to transport the pets safely.
• All GrabPet vehicles are equipped with a foldable back-seat cover with an adjustable leash for suitable pets, to ensure the pets can travel comfortably and safely. GrabPet driver-partners also have microfibre towel and air freshener to ensure that their cars are clean and well-maintained for all passengers.

GrabPet Beta is a specialized transport service with fares starting from $14. All household pets?approved by the Agri-food & Veterinary Authority of Singapore except birds (as air fresheners used in vehicles may pose risks to them) are allowed on GrabPet, and must be accompanied by human passengers. Pets must also be in a crate or be leashed at all times.

Source: grab.com

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