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A cavalier king charles spaniel with long black, white, and brown fur is sitting on green grass with yellow dandelions in the background.

Breed Mixes » Dog Breeds · Updated March 13, 2026

How to Ship a Special Needs Pet Safely | 2026 Guide

Shipping a pet is never simple. When your pet has special needs — whether they’re a senior dog with arthritis, a cat recovering from surgery, a pup with severe anxiety, or a dog managing diabetes or epilepsy — the stakes are higher. You’re not arranging cargo. You’re entrusting a family member to someone who needs

A brown and black dog with upright ears, one of the best dog breeds for protection, lies on a shaggy carpet indoors.

For Customers » Pet Health · Updated March 11, 2026

CitizenShipper vs GoGoPets: Pet Protection Compared (2026)

You’ve done your research. You’ve narrowed your options down to two pet transport services that keep coming up: CitizenShipper and GoGoPets. Both connect pet owners with independent drivers for door-to-door ground transport across the United States. Both offer some form of protection. Both promise peace of mind. But when your dog or cat is the

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

Accessories » Animal Transport · Updated February 28, 2026

Tips for Creating a Pet Shipping Starter Kit

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 to success on CitizenShipper is being extremely professional. 

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For Customers · Updated February 28, 2026

Vet-Approved Guide to Preparing Your Pet for Safe, Stress-Free Transport

Traveling with your pet is more common than we think. In fact, according to NBC News, a whopping 72% of pet parents travel with their pets. This includes 22% taking their pets on flights. Of course, taking your pet on vacation with you or traveling with them to another location is not as simple as

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 February 28, 2026

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

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 the experience for all parties involved; part of that commitment involves giving our transporters resources to succeed.