Can I Bring My Dog on TEXRail? (2026 Pet Policy)
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Can I bring my dog on TEXRail?
TEXRail runs from downtown Fort Worth to DFW Airport, and small dogs can ride the whole way in a travel carrier.
Checked against TEXRail (Trinity Metro)'s own published rules on .
The short answer Dogs in an enclosed carrier
Yes, small pets in an approved travel carrier. Service animals ride on the floor or your lap.
- VerdictDogs in an enclosed carrier
- Pet feeNo pet fare is listed.
For every train in the country in one place, start at our can my dog ride the train guide. Nearby, families also ask about dogs on DART Light Rail, dogs on Houston METRORail, dogs on CapMetro Rail.
Quick check
Will my dog fit on TEXRail (Trinity Metro)?
Pick a breed or enter your dog's weight. We check it against TEXRail (Trinity Metro)'s rule above.
TEXRail (Trinity Metro) pet rules, line by line
- Pets in approved carriers are permitted on Trinity Metro vehicles, and Trinity Metro's TEXRail page says passengers may bring a small pet in a travel carrier.
- Pet carriers and service animals must not block aisles.
- You're responsible for your animal's care and any damage.
Popular dog breeds on TEXRail (Trinity Metro)
How the most popular breeds in the U.S. do against TEXRail (Trinity Metro)'s rule, using typical adult weights and a 4 lb carrier. Your dog may be lighter or heavier, so check its real weight above.
| Breed | Typical adult weight | Can it ride? | Why |
|---|---|---|---|
| Poodle (Toy) | 4 to 6 lb | Yes | Must ride in an enclosed carrier you can carry. |
| Poodle (Miniature) | 10 to 15 lb | Yes | Must ride in an enclosed carrier you can carry. |
| Poodle (Standard) | 40 to 70 lb | No | Too big for a carrier that meets the rule. Must ride in an enclosed carrier you can carry. |
| French Bulldog | 16 to 28 lb | Maybe | Only if your dog fits a carrier that meets the rule. Must ride in an enclosed carrier you can carry. |
| Labrador Retriever | 55 to 80 lb | No | Too big for a carrier that meets the rule. Must ride in an enclosed carrier you can carry. |
| Golden Retriever | 55 to 75 lb | No | Too big for a carrier that meets the rule. Must ride in an enclosed carrier you can carry. |
| German Shepherd Dog | 50 to 90 lb | No | Too big for a carrier that meets the rule. Must ride in an enclosed carrier you can carry. |
| Dachshund (Miniature) | 8 to 11 lb | Yes | Must ride in an enclosed carrier you can carry. |
| Dachshund (Standard) | 16 to 32 lb | Maybe | Only if your dog fits a carrier that meets the rule. Must ride in an enclosed carrier you can carry. |
| Chihuahua | 2 to 6 lb | Yes | Must ride in an enclosed carrier you can carry. |
| Yorkshire Terrier | 4 to 7 lb | Yes | Must ride in an enclosed carrier you can carry. |
| Shih Tzu | 9 to 16 lb | Yes | Must ride in an enclosed carrier you can carry. |
| Pomeranian | 3 to 7 lb | Yes | Must ride in an enclosed carrier you can carry. |
| Cavalier King Charles Spaniel | 13 to 18 lb | Yes | Must ride in an enclosed carrier you can carry. |
| Beagle | 20 to 30 lb | Maybe | Only if your dog fits a carrier that meets the rule. Must ride in an enclosed carrier you can carry. |
| Goldendoodle (Miniature) | 15 to 35 lb | Maybe | Only if your dog fits a carrier that meets the rule. Must ride in an enclosed carrier you can carry. |
| Goldendoodle (Standard) | 50 to 90 lb | No | Too big for a carrier that meets the rule. Must ride in an enclosed carrier you can carry. |
| Siberian Husky | 35 to 60 lb | No | Too big for a carrier that meets the rule. Must ride in an enclosed carrier you can carry. |
| Boston Terrier | 12 to 25 lb | Maybe | Only if your dog fits a carrier that meets the rule. Must ride in an enclosed carrier you can carry. |
| Australian Shepherd | 40 to 65 lb | No | Too big for a carrier that meets the rule. Must ride in an enclosed carrier you can carry. |
| Miniature American Shepherd | 20 to 40 lb | Maybe | Only if your dog fits a carrier that meets the rule. Must ride in an enclosed carrier you can carry. |
| Maltese | 4 to 7 lb | Yes | Must ride in an enclosed carrier you can carry. |
| Havanese | 7 to 13 lb | Yes | Must ride in an enclosed carrier you can carry. |
| Miniature Schnauzer | 11 to 20 lb | Yes | Must ride in an enclosed carrier you can carry. |
| Pit Bull (American Pit Bull Terrier) | 30 to 60 lb | Maybe | Only if your dog fits a carrier that meets the rule. Must ride in an enclosed carrier you can carry. |
| American Staffordshire Terrier | 40 to 70 lb | No | Too big for a carrier that meets the rule. Must ride in an enclosed carrier you can carry. |
| Great Dane | 110 to 175 lb | No | Too big for a carrier that meets the rule. Must ride in an enclosed carrier you can carry. |
| Bulldog (English) | 40 to 50 lb | No | Too big for a carrier that meets the rule. Must ride in an enclosed carrier you can carry. |
| Pembroke Welsh Corgi | 24 to 30 lb | Maybe | Only if your dog fits a carrier that meets the rule. Must ride in an enclosed carrier you can carry. |
Service dogs on TEXRail (Trinity Metro)
- Service animals that meet ADA requirements, and their trainers, are permitted.
- Service animals stay on the floor or on your lap.
Emotional support dogs: Only ADA service animals ride outside a carrier. Our service dog guide explains the difference.
Tips for riding TEXRail (Trinity Metro) with kids and a dog
- Flying from DFW with a small dog? TEXRail ends inside the airport at Terminal B.
A page from Rally's ride
In the book, Rally's favorite moment is the window: the train starts, the ocean slides by, and a white bird keeps pace with the car. A dog who rides TEXRail (Trinity Metro) gets a version of that, as long as the rules above are met. The free coloring and activity pack has a coloring page of that window, if your kids want to draw their own dog in the seat.
Questions about dogs on TEXRail (Trinity Metro)
Can I bring my dog on TEXRail?
Yes, small pets in an approved travel carrier. Service animals ride on the floor or your lap.
Does my dog need a carrier on TEXRail (Trinity Metro)?
Yes. On TEXRail (Trinity Metro) a pet has to ride in an enclosed carrier. No size or weight limit is published, but you have to be able to carry it and keep it out of the aisle.
Can I bring an emotional support dog on TEXRail (Trinity Metro)?
Only ADA service animals ride outside a carrier.
Are service dogs allowed on TEXRail (Trinity Metro)?
Service animals that meet ADA requirements, and their trainers, are permitted. Service animals stay on the floor or on your lap.
Can I bring a poodle on TEXRail?
Yes for Toy Poodles (4 to 6 lb). Must ride in an enclosed carrier you can carry. Yes for Miniature Poodles (10 to 15 lb). Must ride in an enclosed carrier you can carry. No for Standard Poodles (40 to 70 lb). Too big for a carrier that meets the rule. Must ride in an enclosed carrier you can carry. Trained service dogs of any breed can ride.
Can I bring a French Bulldog on TEXRail?
Maybe for a typical adult French Bulldog (16 to 28 lb). Only if your dog fits a carrier that meets the rule. Must ride in an enclosed carrier you can carry. Trained service dogs of any breed can ride.
Can I bring a golden retriever on TEXRail?
No for a typical adult Golden Retriever (55 to 75 lb). Too big for a carrier that meets the rule. Must ride in an enclosed carrier you can carry. Trained service dogs of any breed can ride.
Where these rules come from
- Trinity Metro Rider Guidelines (Sept 2024)(opens in a new tab)
- About TEXRail(opens in a new tab)
Rules can change without notice, and crews have the final say on board. Check the operator's page before you ride. Rally Takes the Train isn't affiliated with Trinity Metro.
- Checked at the sourceEvery rule on this page comes from the railroad's own website, not a pet blog.
- Re-checked oftenPet rules change. We note the date we last checked each one at the top of the page.
- A real corgiRally is the family's actual dog, which is why we care whether he'd fit under the seat.
Bring Rally on every ride
A five-minute, hand-painted picture book about a corgi's first train trip. $13.99 on Amazon.