Li Li and his son riding a donkey cross a bridge in Chengdu, June 23, 2017. [Photo by Guo Guangyu / Chengdu Business Daily]

Traffic control authority: security risks, though not prohibited

Traffic control authorities note that the law does not prohibit riding a cow or other animals on the road, and non-motor vehicle lanes should be used. They did point out that riding animals could cause traffic safety risks to others as animals are easily frightened and traffic police will give preference to riders.