Here’s a surprising fact that will save your sanity: Dogs are banned from the Tube during peak hours on weekdays. That’s 07:30 to 09:30 and 16:00 to 19:00. TfL decided that human sweat and rage are enough without adding canine dander to the mix. So, if you work a 9-to-5 job, your dog is basically grounded.
Gastric Feeding Tube Dog
Why the restriction? Because a crowded train is a nightmare for a dog’s nervous system. Imagine being pressed against a stranger’s armpit while a man plays music from his phone and the train screeches like a dying banshee. Your dog will not enjoy this. Neither will the armpit stranger.
The Unwritten Rules of Dog-Tube Etiquette
You’ve snuck onto a quiet train. Congratulations. Now, don’t be a menace. Your dog must not sit on a seat. I don’t care if it’s a tiny Chihuahua wearing a sweater. The seat is for human bottoms, not dog butts. If your dog sheds, you are legally required to brush it beforehand, or face the judgmental glares of every person on the carriage.
Also, keep your dog away from strangers. Not everyone loves dogs. I know, it’s shocking. But some people are allergic, scared, or just having a bad day. Your dog wagging its tail into their crotch is not “spreading joy,” it’s “invasion of personal space.” Read the room, buddy.
