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.
Pets · Updated November 12, 2024
Dogs get stressed for all kinds of reasons, just like we humans. And although we hate to admit it, and we know how hard the animal-loving drivers who work alongside us try, one of the major causes of this stress is travel. Our canine companions can also pick up on our own stress, and so
Pets · Updated November 12, 2024
Explore the benefits of hiring pet transportation for hunting dogs. Ensure they travel in comfort without the need for extensive gear. Learn more!
Pets · Updated April 14, 2025
Learn how saltwater can harm your dog and what preventive steps to take to keep them safe while enjoying the beach.
Pets · Updated April 14, 2025
Until pretty recently, plenty of people were only too happy to consider taking their pets with them on a flight if they were heading off on an extended vacation, or even relocating.
But a whole slew of incidents involving anything from animals being mis-directed, to pets suffering and even dying in crowded, stuffy airplane holds which were never designed to carry live cargo, has thrown the spotlight on how desirable – or otherwise – it might be to transport pets by air.
Driver Interviews » Interviews · Updated April 14, 2025
We get asked quite often about the work of pet transporters, so we thought that to give a taste of what it’s like, we talked with Bill Russell, who’s a highly active pet transporter on CitizenShipper. In fact, Bill’s animal transportation business is very much a partnership with his ‘better half’, Erica Pittman, who as
For Customers » Pets · Updated April 14, 2025
There could be many reasons why you need to transport your dog or cat over a long distance. But when you do so, you certainly want every assurance possible that they will be treated well, and arrive at their destination safely and in good health.
Pets · Updated June 23, 2025
Learn key tips for keeping your pets safe while traveling in a vehicle. Explore expert advice from vets and ensure a stress-free journey for your furry friends.
Animal Transport » For Drivers · Updated August 13, 2025
Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service (APHIS)“Ensuring proper animal care and comfort is not just good business — it is also required by law.” This wording is used to introduce the U.S. government’s basic guidance document on the provisions for licensing and registering of businesses under the Animal Welfare Act 1966 (ACA).
For Drivers » Pet Shipping · Updated August 20, 2025
If you love animals and providing them with care, have you ever considered a career involving transporting them?
As people have become increasingly mobile, moving around widely for their work, so a thriving new business sector has grown up dedicated to ensuring that many pets have similar freedom to travel with their owners.
For Customers » Pets · Updated November 12, 2024
Taking pets on planes can be a simple task if you know the legal requirements and practical necessities concerning pet air travel. Shipping pets by air is easy to manage if you are prepared with the right checklist.