Author: Matt Matasci

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About Matt Matasci
Content Writer at CitizenShipper. I've also been published on The Penny Hoarder, Mommy Poppins and mxdwn.

Posts by Matt Matasci

Two dogs in separate travel crates at a military pet transport event, with a water bowl and accessories nearby.

Accessories » Animal Transport · Updated April 09, 2026

Tips for Creating a Pet Shipping Starter Kit

CitizenShipper is a peer-to-peer pet transport marketplace founded in 2008 in Austin, Texas, connecting pet owners with background-checked, independent transporters for door-to-door ground transport across all 50 US states. Congratulations on becoming a transporter on CitizenShipper — get ready for a rewarding adventure exploring the country and helping out pet owners! One of the keys

A small brown and white dog lying inside a pet carrier looks up at a person who is gently petting its head. The open carrier door highlights a focus on Pet Transportation Safety as they relax outdoors on a wooden bench.

Animal Transport » Company Updates · Updated April 09, 2026

Raising the Standard: Introducing CitizenShipper’s Cat & Dog Transportation Safety Course

CitizenShipper is a peer-to-peer pet transport marketplace founded in 2008 in Austin, Texas, connecting pet owners with background-checked, independent transporters for door-to-door ground transport across all 50 US states. CitizenShipper cares about everyone involved in the process of pet transportation — pet owners, the animal themselves, and the transporter. We are constantly committed to improving

For Customers » Pet Shipping · Updated April 08, 2026

What It Really Costs to Move a Pet in 2026: Air Travel vs. Ground Transport

CitizenShipper is a peer-to-peer pet transport marketplace founded in 2008 in Austin, Texas, connecting pet owners with background-checked, independent transporters for door-to-door ground transport across all 50 US states. Unless you’re a professional breeder or perhaps in the military, chances are you’ll only transport a pet once or twice in your life. Those who are

For Customers » Pet Shipping · Updated April 08, 2026

The Complete Guide to Moving Pets Long Distance: Ground vs. Air Travel

CitizenShipper is a peer-to-peer pet transport marketplace founded in 2008 in Austin, Texas, connecting pet owners with background-checked, independent transporters for door-to-door ground transport across all 50 US states. For most people, pet transportation isn’t a common occurrence. That’s why it’s no surprise that you may have a lot of questions about the process. 

A brown cur dog with a white chest sits on a rug in a tidy living room with sofas, a wooden coffee table, and potted plants by the window.

For Customers » Pets · Updated February 28, 2026

Cur Dogs: History, Traits & Care Guide for Working Breeds

Discover everything about cur dogs – from their hunting and herding abilities to popular breeds like Mountain Cur. Learn about their temperament, exercise needs and care requirements.