Pet Transportation Blog

Expert guides on pet transportation costs, safety tips, USDA licensing, and driver earnings.

pet transportation driver earning income transporting dogs across the U.S.
Driver Guide

How Much Do Pet Transporters Make in 2026?

Pet transporters on GoGoPets earn $1.00–$1.50/mile with zero platform fees. Active drivers completing 4–8 trips per month earn $2,500–$5,000 monthly. Full-time long-haul drivers on...

Mar 12, 2026Read more →
USDA Animal Care license required for commercial pet transportation drivers
Driver Guide

How to Get Your USDA Animal Care License for Pet Transportation (2026 Guide)

Any person who transports animals for payment in the United States is required by federal law to hold a USDA Animal Care license. This applies to individual drivers, not just compa...

Mar 17, 2026Read more →
GoGoPets vs CitizenShipper platform comparison for pet transportation drivers
Driver Guide

GoGoPets vs CitizenShipper for Drivers: Which Platform Keeps More Money in Your Pocket?

Two platforms dominate the pet transportation driver market in 2026: GoGoPets and CitizenShipper. Both use a bidding model where drivers set their own rates. The key differences ar...

Mar 22, 2026Read more →
Pet transportation cost and pricing guide 2026 - real prices by distance
Customer Guide

How Much Does Pet Transportation Cost in 2026?

Pet transportation in the U.S. costs between $150 and $2,500+ for ground transport, depending on how far your pet is traveling. The average trip on GoGoPets - based on 400+ compl...

Mar 28, 2026Read more →
Dog ground transport vs air travel - which is safer for your pet?
Customer Guide

Ground vs Air Pet Transportation: Which Is Actually Safer for Your Dog?

For most pet owners planning a move or long-distance trip, the question isn’t just cost - it’s whether their dog will be safe. Ground transport and air travel each carry specific...

Apr 4, 2026Read more →
Dog safely transported in a climate-controlled vehicle by a GoGoPets certified driver
Customer Guide

Is It Safe to Ship My Dog? What You Need to Know

Dog transport is safe when you choose the right method and the right provider. Ground transport with a verified, USDA-certified driver is the lowest-risk option for most dogs — esp...

Apr 7, 2026Read more →
Dog arriving safely at new home after cross-country move with GoGoPets
Customer Guide

Moving Cross-Country with Pets: The Complete Checklist

Moving cross-country with pets requires 4–6 weeks of planning. The decisions you make about transport method, vet preparation, and settling in determine whether your dog arrives ca...

Apr 10, 2026Read more →
French bulldog safely transported by ground with GoGoPets certified driver
Customer Guide

Brachycephalic Dog Transportation: Why French Bulldogs Can't Fly

French bulldogs are the most popular dog breed in the United States — and they're banned from cargo holds on most major U.S. airlines. If you own a brachycephalic breed and need to...

Apr 12, 2026Read more →