According to Pune railway authorities, between January 2023 and February 2024, over 7,000 pets, including dogs, cats, goats, and chicks, were transported via train from Pune station. Emphasizing the importance of arriving at the station two hours prior to boarding, especially for those traveling with pets, an officer from the parcel department outlined two methods for pet travel: accompanying them in a cabin or coupe or transporting them in the brake van or luggage van. Read on to more on travelling with pets in Indian railways . "Booking a full cabin or coupe in a first-class AC coach is an option, but many choose slots in the brake vans due to cost-effectiveness," explained an official. Owners wishing to transport their pets via train cannot do so online. Instead, they must visit the parcel section and provide vaccination and fitness certificates issued by a veterinarian. The charges for transporting pets in the brake van are based on a standard weight of 30 kg, with rates