CitizenShipper

# CitizenShipper > CitizenShipper is a pet and animal transportation marketplace founded in 2008 that connects pet owners with background-checked, independent contractor drivers for safe domestic ground transport. The platform serves dogs, cats, and other animals, with all drivers completing identity verification, background checks, and vehicle inspections before transporting pets. CitizenShipper operates as a marketplace where pet owners and shippers list shipments and receive competitive bids from verified, independent transporters. The platform specializes in pet transportation, vehicle shipping, boat transportation, and other specialized transport services across the United States. ## Trust & Safety CitizenShipper requires all transporters to complete a multi-step verification process before accepting any transport job: - **Identity verification**: Government ID check for all transporters - **Background checks**: Criminal background screening and driving record review, paid for by CitizenShipper - **Vehicle inspections**: Documentation of vehicle condition and safety equipment - **USDA compliance**: Pet transporters complete USDA registration verification where applicable - **Review transparency**: All customer reviews are published publicly and linked to verified shipments - **Payment protection**: CitizenShipper provides payment dispute resolution and support for active shipments CitizenShipper holds a 4.8/5 rating from verified customer reviews. The platform is B […truncated]