Welcome to CitizenShipper’s blog, where we provide helpful content for customers using our shipping marketplace. Whether you’re new to CitizenShipper or a returning customer, our articles explain how our platform works and highlight the benefits of using our service for your shipping needs.

CitizenShipper is a shipping marketplace connecting drivers with customers who need to transport hard-to-ship items such as pets, motorcycles, cars, boats, and freight. Our platform enables drivers to compete against each other, resulting in cost savings for our customers.

Our platform is ideal for customers who need to ship items locally or long-distance. All of our drivers undergo pre-screening and verification, giving you peace of mind that your items are in safe hands. We also provide feedback from previous customers to help you choose the right driver for your needs.

To get started, simply post your shipping request for free and receive bids from our verified drivers within minutes. You’ll be able to compare prices and find the best deal. With CitizenShipper, you can enjoy safe and stress-free shipping.

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For Customers » Motorcycle Shipping · Updated November 11, 2024

How do you transport a dirt bike on a car? | CitizenShipper

  So you’ve got your dirt bike out front ready to go, but the track’s too far to ride it there. You were hoping to just load it into a truck, but your pickup isn’t available. You look at the wife’s sedan just sitting there, and think: Could I do it? What would she say?

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For Customers » Motorcycle Shipping · Updated November 11, 2024

How Do You Tie Down a Motorcycle Without a Chock?

So you’ve got a bike all ready to move, and the trailer’s all set up. But what’s that? Not a wheel chock in sight! Not one that’ll fit, anyway! Whether an owner or a transporter, you may have found yourself in this sort of situation before. So then what? Call the whole thing off? Or

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For Customers » Pet Shipping · Updated November 11, 2024

Can you send a puppy through mail? and other unusual questions

When working in pet transportation, it’s easy to forget that this field is kind of exotic to most people. We get all sorts of questions from would-be shippers, some dealing with very basic topics. And in this category, “can you send a puppy through the mail” ranks surprisingly high. The short answer would be “no

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For Customers » Pet Shipping · Updated December 19, 2024

6 Best Cat Carriers in 2025: How Do I Choose the Right Carrier?

Every year, we gather data from professional transporters and their customers about the pet products they’ve been using. There’s always one or two surprises, but what we’re really looking for is the reasoning behind every choice they’ve made. With that in mind, here’s our overview of this year’s best cat carriers for when you need

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For Customers » Pet Shipping · Updated January 04, 2025

How to Prepare for International Pet Shipping

Moving abroad can be both exciting and stressful. On the one hand, you’re finally getting to experience a new culture, learn a language, or have some much-needed adventure. But on the other hand, you have to consider all the details of moving, including international pet shipping.

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For Customers » Pet Shipping · Updated November 12, 2024

Is it safe to ship a puppy? | CitizenShipper

Shipping puppies is perhaps the most challenging task in pet transportation. (It’s right up there with moving pets suffering from serious health conditions.) Is it okay shipping a puppy before it’s of a certain age? Definitely not. But even past the age limit, young dogs with underdeveloped immune systems can be exceptionally vulnerable to illness.

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For Customers » Pet Shipping · Updated November 11, 2024

How do you secure a dog crate in a van?

Whether taking your own pups for a ride or starting a career as an independent animal transporter, safety should be your top priority. As an online marketplace specializing in pet transportation, we get certain types of questions so often you wouldn’t believe it! How do you secure a dog crate in a van? What kind

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For Customers » Pet Shipping · Updated November 12, 2024

How do you transport a dog safely? 12 Pointer Checklist

In the US, millions of animals are transported every year. Only several dozens fall victim to accidents or negligence annually. A tiny percentage, to be sure, but still a cause for concern for pet owners. When making travel arrangements for your pup, you’ll be trying to take everything into account. If booking a transporter, how

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For Customers » Pet Shipping · Updated April 14, 2025

How Do Dogs Get Shipped on Planes? The Whole Process Explained

On this blog, we’ve discussed pet air travel numerous times. In fact, it’s really popular. According to IPATA, over 4 million pets are transported via plane. Usually, we contrast air travel options versus ground pet transportation, but for the most part, it’s been in an abstract summary. We’ve rarely delved into the particulars of the

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For Breeders » For Customers · Updated February 24, 2025

What Are the Airlines That Ship Dogs?

Whether you’re taking your furry friend on an extended vacation or looking for pet transportation options on your big cross-country move, planning can be stressful. Airlines that allow dogs have different pet policies, fees, and requirements. Sometimes the fine print can sneak up on you, so it’s important to understand what are the airlines that