Two dogs sit in the backseat of a car, one joyfully poking its head out the window. A person wearing a floral shirt drapes over the front seat, possibly chatting about a recent Driver Interview or sharing stories from their journey as a CitizenShipper Driver.

For Customers » Pet Shipping · Updated February 18, 2025

How Safe is Transporting a Dog Long Distance?

Traveling with a dog can be overwhelming. For many pet owners, the idea of spending hours — or even days — in the car with an animal is stressful. You may have questions about how to transport your dog safely and comfortably. Is your computer frozen because you have a million tabs open because you

A CitizenShipper is sitting in a car with a husky dog, engaged as a Pet Transporter.

Driver Interviews » For Drivers · Updated April 14, 2025

Driver Interview: Bertha O’s Never-Ending Vacation

This month on driver interviews, we bring you Bertha Ovalle, an early retiree enjoying the snowbird lifestyle. Based in Texas, she travels the northern states in the summer, the southern in winter, reuniting pets with their owners along the way. Find animal-loving drivers like Bertha on CitizenShipper’s dog transportation marketplace.

Trista R Teegarden, an animal-loving driver from CitizenShipper, posing with three dogs in a field.

For Customers » Pet Shipping · Updated August 01, 2025

Finding the Best Dog Transport Companies

All right! You’re feeling good, you got hired for a new job, but there’s one downside. It’s located in another state. That means you have to pack up your life and move on to a new destination. There are so many things that involve moving — packing everything, getting your furniture out of your old

A typical furry passenger on pet transporter Janet's route.

Driver Interviews » For Customers · Updated July 01, 2024

On the Road to Rescue: The Heartwarming Journey of Janet Smolko

Discover the unique experiences, challenges, and successes of CitizenShipper driver Janet Smolko as she transports rescued animals to safety. Learn about her insights, vehicle choice, and personal growth.