Discussion of all things related to the transport of dogs, cats, birds, rabbits and any other friends you may need moved from one location to another.

A small brown Belgian Malinois puppy with its tongue out sits on a concrete floor, near wooden furniture, capturing hearts with its playful demeanor.

For Customers » Pets · Updated June 30, 2025

Due Diligence with Breeders

Registered dog breeders are required by law to provide new owners with information on the breed, training tips, grooming needs, and how much exercise the puppy needs to be happy and healthy. Make sure you ask the following questions before buying a puppy from any breeder—registered or not. Knowing which questions to ask a puppy

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For Customers » Pets · Updated June 30, 2025

What to Get for a New Puppy

New Puppy Checklist Americans love dogs. In a recent survey, 51 percent of people said their preferred pet was a dog — that’s more than the rest of the animal types combined. It’s no wonder they’re called man’s best friend. And everyone loves a puppy. But puppies have their own set of needs and things

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For Customers » Pet Safety · Updated November 12, 2024

Safely Purchase a Puppy Online: How-To

Are you thinking about adding a puppy to your home? Puppies can be an adorable, loving addition to your family. In the age of technology, buying a puppy online is becoming more popular. While this makes it much easier to find the perfect canine companion, it is also important to be aware of various scams

Two women holding two cats in a room, waiting for their CitizenShipper driver to arrive for an interview.

For Customers » Pet Safety · Updated November 12, 2024

Safer than Giving Cats Pills: Transporting

Transporting your cat doesn’t have to be stressful. Whether traveling to a new far-off location, getting a cat from a distant breeder, or relocating to a new state, here’s everything you need to know to safely transport your cat or kitten. Transporting a Cat Safely Choose a safe and comfortable mode of transportation to ship

A 3D-rendered knife pierces and shatters red block letters spelling "FAKE" against a dark background, symbolizing the fight against pet scams.

For Customers » Pet Safety · Updated June 30, 2025

Pet Scammers Leave Trails

Did you know that the Federal Trade Commission received about 2.1 million fraud reports from online consumers in 2020? And in those cases, there were many pet shipping scams. Unfortunately, many buyers were unable to get back their fees. So if you’re looking to add a new pet to your family, you might be asking,

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For Customers » For Drivers · Updated November 12, 2024

Hurricane Ida Humanitarian/Relief

  As Hurricane Ida devastates the Gulf coast, relief efforts are already underway for the battered residents suffering from flooding, power loss, and a host of other problems. At CitizenShipper we want to help in any way we can.  We understand that in times of emergencies getting relief both in and out of affected areas

How to Find the Right Dog Breeder

For Customers » Pets · Updated November 12, 2024

How to Find the Right Dog Breeder

Congratulations! You chose to buy a new pet who will no doubt become a cherished member of your family. You have probably already spent many, many hours choosing the right breed for your individual needs. And now you are ready to make the next crucial decision: How do you find the right dog breeder? There

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For Customers » Pets · Updated November 30, 2024

Dogs Making a Difference for Your Family

Choosing the right breed for your family can be a tough decision as there are many great dog breeds out there. What makes the perfect family dog? Are there breeds which are especially great for families? The choice for the right family breed is as individual as the family itself, but this article will help

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For Customers » Pet Safety · Updated November 12, 2024

How to Choose the Right Pet Cargo Crate

If you’re transporting a pet of any kind in your vehicle, it’s really important to make sure they’re in an appropriate pet cargo crate. This crate keeps your animal safe during the journey but also increases the safety of the whole entourage in the car. Animals not in the cargo crate may distract the driver

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For Drivers » Pet Health · Updated November 12, 2024

First Aid Basics for Pet Transporters | CitizenShipper

  Keeping your pet well and healthy is the core of your job as a pet carrier. To do so, most importantly, you should keep in mind that you don’t know the pet. With every new pet that you’re transporting, you have to try intensely to get to know them to identify irregularities in their