Lyft Introduces Pet Rides for Convenient Travel with Pets

New feature matches riders with pet-friendly drivers, launching on National Dog Day with a $4 surcharge benefiting drivers.

Pet Rides allow one cat or dog per ride, requiring carriers or blankets.
Drivers can opt out of Pet Rides but must accommodate service animals.
The $4 fee, plus tax, is included in the upfront price and goes directly to drivers.
Lyft partners with animal shelters to promote pet adoption.
The feature aims to prevent incidents like the Tux the Cat drama.