'Uber Pet' Will Make It Easier For You To Ride With Your Furry Friend

MIAMI (CBSMiami/CNN) - Uber is offering a new feature in select US cities for those who want to ride with their pets, according to a report from TechCrunch.

The rideshare company launched a pilot program called "Uber Pets." Passengers who use the feature can bring any household pets with them on their trip.

A surcharge between $3 to $5 is added to the ride. Drivers can opt-in or out of the feature.

This pilot program only applies for non-service animals. Riders with service animals will not be issued a surcharge.

The new feature kicks off October 16 in Austin, Denver, Nashville, Minneapolis-St. Paul, Philadelphia, Phoenix and the Tampa Bay area, according to TechCrunch.

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