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CitizenShipper is an online platform that connects pet owners with independent contractors who provide transportation services. Its policies emphasize a commitment to transparency and safety by requiring driver background checks. It also monitors communication channels. Serving clients since 2008, CitizenShipper caters to all 50 states. It stands out with its Booking Assurance Guarantee, a clearly outlined refund policy and $1,000 in pet protection compensation for injuries or death.
- $1,000 in pet protection coverage for every transport
- Booking Assurance Guarantee
- Vet helpline for illness/injury during transport
- Drivers must pass an extensive background check
- Booking fees added to all transport
- Several refund policy exclusions
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Reviewed Nov. 26, 2025
Excellent service! Omar, one of their drivers picked up our two Golden Retrievers and drove them from Virginia to Florida. He sent photos of the dogs on the way and communicated often. The dogs arrived safe and sound. They were very happy! I would highly recommend this company! They have many years of experience and know what they are doing!
Margaret, we’re very happy to hear that Omar provided such great care for your two Golden Retrievers! It's wonderful to know that his regular updates and photos helped put your mind at ease. We take great pride in our experienced drivers, who prioritize the safety and comfort of both the fur babies they transport and their owners. Your recommendation means a lot to us!

Reviewed Nov. 24, 2025
My doggie transporter was great. Always responded when I checked Gizmos progress. I will use her again in the spring. Forgot the dog blanket after dropping Gizmo off so she turned around and brought it to me.
Joyce, hearing how attentively Gizmo was cared for, truly brightens our day. At CitizenShipper, seeing compassionate transporters go above and beyond reminds us why we work hard to provide every pet and their owner with the best care. We would love to assist you and Gizmo again when spring travel plans come around!
Best,
KarlaCustomer Happiness Manager
CitizenShipper
Reviewed Aug. 22, 2025
Be aware! CitizenShipper censors and removes negative reviews (even if they are honest/accurate and adhere to their policies). Additionally, although they provide background checks, etc. on shippers, they claim not to have any real control over who is on their website. They also claim to not have any responsibility or ability to hold shippers accountable to providing refunds to customers. This means you are at the mercy of the shipper to refund your money, if at all, even if the shipper canceled on you. As you can imagine, this opens a large door for painfully delayed refunds as well as scammers to walk through completely unregulated. They allow shippers who cancel at the last minute and have a history of doing so, to continue operating on the platform regardless of the hardship and fees they create for customers.
I had an issue where I chose a shipper, who at the time had no negative reviews (so I thought), and placed a deposit in advance with them. On the scheduled day of pickup, they claimed to have car issues less than an hour before they were to pick up my animal. Then, they stopped responding to my texts. For over a week the shipper then proceeded to ignore both my attempts and (supposedly) the attempts of CitizenShipper to obtain a refund for the deposit I placed. Again, CitizenShipper will not refund a driver fee, only the booking fee. I was told by CitizenShipper they received a few excuses from the shipper as to why my money was not immediately refunded. Then, they too were not able to reach them at all.
During this time I reviewed CitizenShipper’s review policies and wrote a simple yet honest review, to hopefully help others avoid the same heartache. It stated only the facts: the driver had cancelled last minute, and at that time I did not receive a refund (all true and accurate and in no way disparaging or in violation of their policies). I saw other honest/negative reviews on this shipper as well at that time.
Once the shipper finally resurfaced nearly a week later, they claimed CitizenShipper lied and knew the entire time as to why I hadn’t received a refund. Thankfully I eventually received my money, but not after incurring additional expenses and hardship due to the last minute cancellation and refusal of immediate refund by the shipper.
Later, I was informed via email that my honest review was being reviewed for removal. I stated I would be willing to update my review with the current information, but that my review was accurate. To my surprise, when I logged in to my account, I saw a response from the shipper (who now had over a 26% cancellation rate) to my review which stated CitizenShipper knew all along why I had not received an immediate refund, and that they had attempted multiple times to refund my money with no success. To my knowledge neither of these claims in the shipper’s response were accurate, but somehow allowed to be shown to potential customers. I did not receive any communication from the shipper until they reached out regarding a refund, and again, was told by CitizenShipper that the shipper had stopped communicating.
My review on their website was censored, and from what I can tell has been removed. I see the other negative customer reviews on this shipper’s profile have also since been removed. I will be happy to update this review if any of that changes. I was notified by CitizenShipper they would not remove this shipper from their platform, so they are likely still out there doing the same to other customers.
Regardless of what CitizenShipper states in response to this review to support their reputation, these are my honest experiences. Everything stated in this review can be supported by emails and text messages, and is in no way exaggerated or meant to be disparaging. I have nothing to gain from a dishonest review, and only wish I had seen honest reviews such as mine prior to using the site. CitizenShipper has a duty to their customers to be transparent. If they aren’t going to be responsible for lost shipper fees, there needs to be more stringent regulation on the shippers who operate on the platform, including penalties for such things high cancellation rates- Especially when dealing with such precious cargo.
Reviewed May 6, 2025
My dog was recently transported from AZ to Wi and it was an awesome experience! 3rd time using this company. Great communication from the transporter each time throughout each trip w photos! Highly recommend for cross country transport. Will definitely use again!
Reviewed April 25, 2025
The process of booking the transport of 7 Italian Greyhounds from Florida to Arizona was very easy. We are very grateful all the dogs arrived safely, though a bit dirty and frantic. We appreciate this service.

Reviewed April 21, 2025
I booked a reservation with CitizenShipper and due to circumstances I needed to cancel my reservation shortly afterwards. They do not make their cancellation policy clear during booking and I am told that I cannot get my $399 booking fee and insurance fee returned to my credit card. I now have a credit with Citizen Shipper that I will most likely never use. Beware if you’re booking a transport for your pet.
Reviewed Nov. 2, 2024
Citizenshipper made it incredibly easy to post a free ad our to any pet transport companies to bid on. I was surprised at how fast they came rolling in. I liked how I could confirm the transportation companies had been thoroughly verified. It was nice to be able to easily access reviews from previous people who used their service.
Natasha we sincerely appreciate you for letting us know how well your experience using CitizenShipper went! We look forward to being there for you whenever you need pet relocation or anything else!
Reviewed Oct. 30, 2024
I had a great experience with the company. My dog was delivered fast and the driver was professional and nice! If I had to have my dog shipped again I would choose Citizenshipper! The price was reasonable and good service.
Shelia, thank you so much for your kind words and recommendations, we sincerely look forward to assist you with any future needs for your loved fur baby!
Reviewed Oct. 19, 2024
I signed up for a free 30 day trial and cancelled my account which I took a screenshot of and got an email confirmation and they still charged my account. Doesn't surprise me. I signed up as a licensed transport company and they have very few loads hence little relevant business on the site. Beware and do not sign up for their trial. They will attempt to charge you even if you cancel.
Reviewed Oct. 18, 2024
I never had my cats or dogs transported before. I was very reluctant to try this however, after my experience, I can say I was very happy with the outcome. My kitty was delivered safely to his destination, which was my son‘s house. And I would like to add the overall cost versus me flying my kitty down to its destination. It’s cheaper this path
Sharon, thank you for leaving us a great review, we look forward to assisting you again in the future!

Reviewed Oct. 16, 2024
I booked a transport with T&T transport through CitizenShipper. The process was smooth and fee for the connection was fair. The shippers were great, too! I will definitely use this service again. Thank you, CitizenShipper!
Thank you for giving us this great review Caroline, we sincerely hope to be able to assist you again whenever you need your pets transported!

Reviewed Oct. 11, 2024
Using CitizenShipper is easier than Uber. I google pet transport not knowing there was such a thing and it was easy and affordable. I submitted pickup and dropoff locations (5hour drive to N.Dallas) and within an hour there were 30 bids that came in with a full range of rates. Looking at anyone gives a bio of the transporter, direct contact phone, history, and ratings. I used Linda C who was very accommodating, courteous, and very kind to my 45lb terrier mix. He is a 2yr old rescue dog of 6 months ago, arrived happy to see me, and quite comfortable with Linda C. I will recommend CitizenShipper any time.
Andrew M.
Andrew, we are very happy to hear about your experience with Linda and look forward to assisting you in finding an amazing driver for any future shipping needs!
Reviewed Oct. 10, 2024
Chris was an amazing person from start to finish. He was very helpful and guided me through the entire process. On his way to pick up my 2 cats he called and said he was going to be a day or so late because he wanted to help the people during hurricane Helene. I thought this was such a great thing he did. I sent him some money for a donation to help the cause. He met me at my vet and picked them up from there. He sent me pictures and updates daily and arrived safely a day earlier than expected. Everything was a fantastic experience.
Sean, we are very grateful to you for your review and your willingness to contribute towards recent hurricane relief. We sincerely appreciate your kind words and look forward to be there for you for any future transportation needs.
Reviewed Oct. 9, 2024
I was looking for a service to transport my dog across the country for a move, since she was just over the size that airlines allow in the cabin. I was in a rush! My lease was up and I had to find a way to get both of us all the way from Ohio to Nevada without breaking the bank on short notice. I had been recommended CitizenShipper by a couple of friends when they had been researching ways to help us get to where we were going. I was wary at first! It wasn't easy to trust some strange website on google would take well enough care of my pup! Still, since there weren't many other options that I could turn to, I decided I would ask for a quote.
Asking for the quote was absolutely painless, free, and straightforward. It was posted instantly and I immediately began to receive offers! The drivers who reached out to me were very clear about the services they provided and what I could expect, and it was a relief to see that you could look at how others had rated the driver alongside with reviews they had left about their experiences. I never missed a quote or reply either, since I had signed up for both email and text notifications from the website. This helped me book my transport in real time without having to sort through piles of old quotes! It took me less than a week to find a driver within my budget that I felt comfortable with and confident enough to schedule our booking. Now me and my dog are a classic pair of snowbirds. Couldn't be more grateful! I'm very happy that I could rely on this service!
Thank you for entrusting CitizenShipper to help find you the ideal driver for your dog's transportation. Please don't hesitate to reach out to us again.
Reviewed Oct. 9, 2024
I was very happy with my recent experience with CitizenShipper. Our dog Harley was transported from Kent Washington to Pasadena California. Our driver Natalia did a great job and I would recommend her for any new customers. Steve **
We are delighted to hear that Harley had a great experience. Please don't hesitate to reach out to us again.
Reviewed Oct. 5, 2024
Citizen Shipper was a 5/5 from every angle. The website and app are user friendly. We got lots of bids from experienced couriers with great pricing, as well as some who were open to offers. Communication, payments, and deliveries were all smooth sailing.
Thank you for your kind words and recommendations, we are here whenever you need us in the future!

Reviewed Oct. 4, 2024
The young lady Delana that transported my cat from Jacksonville Florida to Charleston South Carolina did an excellent job. She was so careful and gave me updates all the way through the trip and delivered my cat happy and healthy. Also, the website was easy to maneuver and it was really cool how I got different bids, I really enjoyed the whole process and did not have one single problem. I recommend anyone that needs to ship anything especially a pet to use this site.
Angel, we sincerely appreciate you for this amazing review and remain happily and readily available for any future relocation needs you may have!
Reviewed Oct. 4, 2024
Citizenshipper is a great resource to find the right people to ship your pet. There are all kinds of bids and you can take your time communicating with different people to find the price you are looking for . The best part is everyone in this platform has had a background check and verified identity. Also there is a small fee to pay when booking. I found it to be fantastic and gave me peace of mind. I recommend this website any day .
Thank you for your recommendations Liz, we are happy yo hear that your experience was as expected and look forward to assist you with any needs in the future.
Reviewed Oct. 3, 2024
Had a great experience with finding someone to transport my 85lb Lab Mix from CA to TX. There was a significant variance in the quotes from each vendor, but I ultimately chose the vendor who did private transport and did not require the dog to be crated. My pup completely slept in his own bed in the back of a converted SUV. Customer Service was the best.
Debra, we sincerely appreciate you for this awesome review and especially for endorsing our amazing customer support team, we look forward to being your go-to choice for transporting pets!
Reviewed Oct. 3, 2024
I was extremely nervous about rehoming our reactive rescue across multiple states, but Jose and his team at Furry Angels Express were exceptional throughout the entire process. From the very beginning, they were reassuring, professional, and clearly naturals with dogs. Zeke, our rescue, typically struggles with reactivity—especially towards men—but thanks to Jose's calm and experienced approach, Zeke was comfortable and relaxed. The regular picture and video updates made me feel confident that he was being the good boy I knew he could be and even enjoyed his roadtrip!
Jose’s communication was always clear and transparent. He was also incredibly flexible and fair when it came to logistics, ensuring everything went smoothly. I’m so grateful for the care and attention they provided. If you're looking for someone you can truly trust with your furry family member, I highly recommend Furry Angels Express! I do wish the app fee was more transparent.
Thank you so much for your amazing review Natalie, we are happy that you were able to find a safe and reliable driver for Zeke and would love to provide you with outstanding service whenever you need anything transported!
Reviewed Sept. 30, 2024
I recently bought a puppy. The problem was that I live in Arkansas and the puppy was in North Carolina. Friends told me that puppies were delivered "all the time" so I needed to find someone to bring me my puppy. With all the scams being reported, I wanted a driver who had been vetted and would give me a good price. I got a lot of quotes and took an offer about half the price of others. The driver had good reviews from others. I made a good choice. He offered me a good price because he had another dog needing to go the same way. Everything worked out just fine. My new puppy is here with me. I'll be sure to use Citizen Shipper if I ever need anything unusual shipped again.
Gail, we sincerely appreciate you for sharing your experience and look forward to be there whenever you need anything transported!
Reviewed Sept. 27, 2024
"Excellent experience with CitizenShipper! Reliable, communicative, and caring driver transported my cat safely and efficiently. Highly recommend for pet transport! 5/5 stars! Brian was the best. He was so friendly and professional."
Thank you very much for sharing your feedback Thomas, we look forward to helping you with transporting your pets or anything else you may need in the future.
Reviewed Sept. 22, 2024
These guys do not even know who the drivers are. My driver took my deposit and canceled at last minute and said he had financial problems. Now chasing my deposit with no help from these guys. They say we emailed the driver, and he will return. Been 2 months now and I have not got anything back.... Scam.
Reviewed Sept. 12, 2024
This is a great website. It put me at ease shipping two very small puppies across the US. I got tons of response very quickly. Easy to navigate. Gives you peace of mind knowing these transporters are thoroughly checked out.
Thank you very much for sharing your feedback MaryLynn, we look forward to helping you with transporting your pets or anything else you may need in the future.
Reviewed Sept. 10, 2024
My experience with Citizen Shipper was excellent. In 5 minutes or less I received multiple quotes and all of them were very polite and offered cheaper alternatives. I can only say that I loved this Citizen Shipper platform and I will definitely use it whenever I need to. Thank you Citizen Shipper for the great deal I made here.
We're so happy to hear that Fernanda and we love the amazing photos you shared as well, sending your fur babies a lot of love from all of us at CitizenShipper!
Reviewed Sept. 7, 2024
It was a great experience using CitizenShipper. I posted what I needed and within minutes, I had about 10-15 options. I chose which one was best for me and it was a great process and smooth. I would use CitizenShipper again.
Thank you for your review Daniel! We look forward to being able to assist you with any future shipping needs!
Reviewed Sept. 6, 2024
So easy from beginning to end! We had the stress if trying to get a dog from Tennessee to California after losing a loved one. CitizenShipper made the whole experience super easy and stress free. It was very easy to navigate their website and the people I met were all fantastic. The company we chose kept us updated on every stop along the way as well as shared their location. I always knew how my dog was being taken care of and was never worried! Highly recommend!
Your recommendation means a lot to us! If you ever need assistance in the future, we're here to help.
Reviewed Sept. 6, 2024
I used CitizenShipper for the first time to have my dog transported from NM to Maine. The person I chose was wonderful and very communicative throughout the trip. I never had to worry about the safety of my dog. I would recommend CitizenShipper to anyone who needs their pet transported anywhere!!
Thank you for your review Destiny, we absolutely enjoyed assisting you with your transport and look forward to helping you in the future with any other shipping needs!
Reviewed Aug. 30, 2024
I wasn’t sure what to expect when I decided to get bids for sending 2 cats cross country but within minutes of putting my request on the site I had dozens of bids with each one giving a price and details of how they operated. The one that caught my eye offered a pickup of my cats on the exact date I wanted and the price was reasonable. I was very happy with the communication from the driver Dave and the cats were well taken care of during the journey, arriving in a reasonable amount of time for such a long trip. We’re all settled in our new home and I am happy with the service Citizen Shipper provided.
Thank you for sharing your experience! We’re delighted that you found a transporter who met your needs and that Dave provided excellent communication and care for your cats during their cross-country journey.

Reviewed Aug. 26, 2024
DO NOT use Citizenshipper if you value your pet. I used Citizenshipper, they indicate the transporters represented are vetted. In my situation the transporter Dilliana ** (if that is her name) was not. Upon attempting to making a deposit, it was Dilliana ** discovered her cell number (**) that was used is connected to a Dog Theft Group and the person that was arrested and went to jail for stealing dogs appeared to be her passenger. To retrieve my dog I worked with the Massachusetts State Police for the driver to pull over and give my dog to a friend that was following them. This was a nightmare. DO NOT USE CITIZENSHIPPER SERVICE.
Reviewed Aug. 23, 2024
Firstly I would like to say it was amazing service from beginning to end, not only did Mike provided great phone service but he also took the time and explained everything in detailed and answered all my questions. The guy who also delivered my little one was great as well, he communicated every step of the way, sent pictures and videos, kept me updated on time and routes and showed great hospitality. My pets were also well taken care of and seemed to like him very much in the short time space.
We are so happy to hear that you found our services satisfactory and that Mike was able to provide you with all the answers to make the best decision regarding your transport! We look forward to being there for you whenever you need any transportation services in the future!
Reviewed Aug. 23, 2024
Citizenshipper was a blessing to our family. We needed assistance picking our pets up from San Diego and getting them to Phoenix. The platform was very easy to navigate and there is full transparency in all of their pet transporters. Every step was easy with Citizenshipper and I would use them again and recommend them to everyone I know.
We sincerely appreciate your honest feedback and are glad to hear that the trip went well! Please don't hesitate to reach out to us again for any shipping needs!
Reviewed Aug. 23, 2024
They were super convenient and easy to use as a first-time user. I was given many different quotes until I was finally down to my chosen driver. My driver was super sweet and kept me updated the entire time. If I need another animal transported I’d definitely be going through them again!
Jasmine, we're happy to have had the chance to serve you and look forward to that next journey, being your loved pets or any other precious item you need transported!
Reviewed Aug. 22, 2024
I used CitizenShipper to find a pet transport from Texas to Alabama. I'd never done anything like this before so I was very nervous about trusting a site or the transport people. I was very pleasantly surprised! The experience was WONDERFUL! I put in my information, clicked send and within minutes I had 20+ quotes. It was a little overwhelming really. I found the perfect couple and perfect price. Their communication with me from the beginning was exceptional! They made me feel so comfortable (texts and photos along the way). The breeder was also impressed - it was her first experience with a pet transport service also. The process was easy and seamless. Don't hesitate to use CitizenShipper for your transport needs. I hope your experience will be as good as mine.
Tinco, it was a pleasure to assist you with your needs and we are happy that what may have seemed like a difficult decision was made seamless and simple by our platform and network of reliable drivers. We sincerely appreciate your recommendations and look forward to assist you in the future!
Reviewed Aug. 20, 2024
We used CitizenShipper for the first time and couldn’t be more pleased! It was such an easy process. We put in our pickup location, drop off location and immediately got quotes from many transporters. The one we selected was fabulous! She communicated very well before and during the transport. She sent pictures and delivered on time. We were skeptical at first because we had never used a transport company but now I can honestly say there are no concerns with using them again. CitizenShipper made this super easy and convenient for us!
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Reviewed Aug. 20, 2024
I have had a good experience twice now booking, one to transport a boat and once my dog. Previous reviews were helpful and accurate and I was able to find a trustworthy shipper both times. I have great confidence in CitizenShipper and have shared it with my friends.
Thank you for spreading the word to your friends and family about how well your experience has been with using CitizenShipper Marjory, we look forward to being there for you for any future shipping inquiries!
Reviewed Aug. 20, 2024
I have used Citizen Shipper twice now to transport my dog across the country. It’s easy to create a reservation and you quickly receive many bids from reputable companies. I liked that I could verify if background checks were done and that you could see the number of shipments they completed as well as related reviews. My dog was transported safe and sound over 1600 miles. I highly recommend citizen shipper.
Thank you for your positive review. We are delighted to hear that we could assist you in finding a suitable driver for your furry baby! Please don't hesitate to reach out to us for any other transport needs.
Reviewed Aug. 16, 2024
I want to say the process at first seems scary as I didn’t understand how it worked but now that I have used it it is very easy. You can find what you're looking for at the price you're looking for. Great company and great people that are willing to help move your pets and they do it safely.
Zechariah, we are very glad to hear that you were able to realize how easy it is to use CitizenShipper and sincerely appreciate your recommendations!
Reviewed Aug. 15, 2024
When I decided to move across country, one of the hardest things was deciding how to transport my dog, Waffles. CitizenshipShipper are made it so easy to get quotes from multiple drivers and choose the right driver for him. I could not have been happier with the person who drove him. She took great care of him, took lots of pictures, and provided many updates along the route. I did not have to worry when he was with her. I had such a great experience, that my dad would like her to drive his dog across the country later this year.
Michelle, we are delighted to hear of the positive experience you had. Look forward to assisting you in the future.
Reviewed Aug. 13, 2024
Citizen Shipper was the perfect solution for me to find the perfect person. To ship my 2 4-legged babies across country. We were moving from ME to CA and had some specific dates to work around. With CitizenShipper, I was able to Put in the info on my dogs, travel dates and timeline, and I immediately had numerous drivers to choose from. Even better, each driver came with reviews, and descriptions of previous drives including size of dogs and distance traveled. This really helped me to find the perfect match to ship my 2 German Shepherds 3000 miles across the country and feel confident on who was driving them. I would recommend Citizen Shipper to anybody needing to transport their fur babies. All the info in one place and you get to choose the best care for your pets.
Thank you Cherina. We are delighted to hear that CitizenShipper helped you find your preferred driver. Tell your friends and family about us :)
Reviewed Aug. 8, 2024
5 stars to all involved!!
Thank you, we absolutely love that you were able to find the best driver for your trip on short notice and thank you for all the recommendations!
Reviewed Aug. 7, 2024
My experience was amazing!!! I would use CitizenShipper again in a heartbeat. :) Thank you for transporting my dog safely!!! Erica is very experienced with animals and you can tell that she is! My dog instantly attached to her and I felt comfortable! Thank you for everything.
Thank you for an amazing review, we are happy to hear and see that your dog is enjoying the new environment! We look forward assisting you with any future transportation needs!
Reviewed Aug. 6, 2024
I will use this company and highly recommend them for all your transport needs. From the time of confirming the job to picking up my baby it was so smooth and easy to communicate with them. They sent pictures of pick up and more when they arrived at airport to depart. Once in NY sent more images and advised me they had arrived. I was so excited about this and ran inside to receive my little SAGE. He was so happy to see me. I’m overjoyed. Thanks for this great service and transporters we can trust.
We sincerely appreciate your honest feedback and look forward to assisting you with any future relocation needs!
CitizenShipper Company Information
- Company Name:
- CitizenShipper
- Address:
- 701 Tillery St., Ste. 12-1249
- City:
- Austin
- State/Province:
- TX
- Postal Code:
- 78702
- Country:
- United States
- Website:
- citizenshipper.com
