The Metropolitan Transit Authority of Harris County (METRO) is a major public transportation agency based in Houston, Texas. It operates bus, light rail, bus rapid transit, HOV and HOT lanes, and paratransit service (under the name METROLift) in the city as well as most of Harris County. It also operates bus service to two cities in Fort Bend County, and to Conroe in Montgomery County. METRO has an expansive and heavily used bus system. Local bus service usually runs on city streets, stopping at every other corner along its entire route. METRO’s bus service is the most used bus system in Texas and the Southwest. METRO’s bus service also includes the HOV/Park and Ride system. METRORail is METRO’s 22.7-mile light rail system, consisting of three light-rail lines: The Red Line (North), Green Line (East End) and the Purple Line (Southeast). METRORail is a fast, convenient way to travel to downtown, midtown, the Museum District, Texas Medical Center, Moody Park and up to the Northline Transit Center/HCC. Houston METRO Pet Policy: Pets are allowed on METRO vehicles, but they must be transported and properly restrained in an animal carrier at all times.
Taking a pet to the United States involves preparation and planning far in advance of your departure date. Health certificates may be required for entry into some states; you should check with officials in your state of destination prior to your travel date. Find info on bringing a pet into the U.S.
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