You’ve matched with a driver. You have thirty seconds. Type like a decisive action hero: “Hi! I have a calm, small dog in a carrier. Is that okay?”
Do not send a novel about your dog’s lineage. Do not apologize for your dog’s existence. Keep it light. Keep it crisp.
Can You Take Your Dog In An Uber
If they say yes, you’ve won the lottery. If they say no, do not argue. Just cancel. Cry a little. Then try again.
The Golden Rules of Dog Uber Etiquette
First rule: Never, ever let your dog sit on the seat raw. That seat is a holy temple of spilled coffee and forgotten french fries. Protect it.
Bring a towel. Bring a blanket. Bring a plastic bag for any unfortunate surprises. You are a guest in a moving living room.
Keep your dog on your lap or on the floor. Do not let them lick the driver’s neck. My dog did that once. It was mortifying and the driver gave him a treat.