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The debate over pets on public transport

Rathfarnham resident warns of safety risks and irresponsible ownership if pets are allowed on buses and trains

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Tue Mar 03 2026 - 06:00 • 1 MIN READ

Sir, – I am shocked to read dogs and cats may be allowed on public transport.

Most law-abiding lifetime taxpayers would be enraged by this development.

Do the decision makers not understand the following issues re allergy, safety issues and chaos caused by bad behaviour of animals and irresponsible owners? – Yours, etc,

JIM FRANEY.

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Dublin 16.