How to Choose the Right Vehicle When Travelling With Your Pet

Travelling with a pet isn't only about finding a vehicle that accepts animals. The right choice also depends on your pet, the number of passengers, and what else is coming along for the journey.

A small cat in a carrier travelling with one person has very different space requirements from a large dog, a family heading to the airport, or a pet travelling with a bulky crate.

Here are a few things to consider when choosing a vehicle for your next pet journey in Singapore.

Start with your pet

Pet size is a useful starting point, but it shouldn't be the only consideration.

Think about how your pet normally travels. Will your dog sit comfortably with you? Will your cat remain inside a carrier? Does your pet need more room to settle comfortably?

A larger pet doesn't automatically mean you need the largest vehicle available, but the space required should always be considered before booking.

Consider everyone travelling

Next, consider the combination of pets and people.

A vehicle that comfortably accommodates one pet and one or two passengers may become crowded when additional family members are travelling.

Choosing a little more space can make boarding easier and give everyone a more comfortable journey - especially with larger dogs or multiple pets.

Don't forget carriers, crates and luggage

Carriers and crates take up more room than many people expect.

This becomes particularly important for airport transfers, where you may be travelling with your pet, a travel crate, several pieces of luggage and other passengers.

Before booking, consider everything that needs to fit into the vehicle - not just the number of passengers.

If you're unsure, choosing a larger vehicle can help avoid problems when your ride arrives.

Choosing your Bonjour vehicle

Bonjour makes different vehicle options available so you can choose according to your journey.

Standard is suitable for many everyday pet journeys where space requirements are relatively straightforward.

Plus provides additional passenger and luggage capacity, making it useful for larger groups or journeys requiring more room.

Van offers significantly more space for larger crates, bulky items or journeys where additional cargo capacity is needed. Passenger capacity is more limited, so check the ride details before booking.

The Bonjour app provides guidance on vehicle capacity to help you decide which option best fits your pet, passengers and belongings.

When in doubt, think about the whole journey

The shortest journey doesn't necessarily require the smallest vehicle.

A quick trip to the vet with a large dog may need more space than a longer journey with a small cat in a carrier. Likewise, an airport transfer may require a larger vehicle primarily because of the crate and luggage rather than the pet itself.

The simplest way to choose is to ask:

Will my pet, everyone travelling and everything we're bringing fit comfortably and safely?

Pet transport works best when the vehicle is chosen around the journey - not when the journey has to fit around the vehicle.

With a little planning, you can make travelling with your pet easier from the moment your ride arrives.