Become a Certified Pet Transportation Driver - Earn on Your Schedule
Pet owners post transport requests every day across all 50 states - and not enough drivers are bidding. You set the price, choose the route, and get paid only when the pet arrives safely.
400+
Trips Completed
$1,100
Avg Trip Payout
4.8★
Driver Rating Avg
$3,000
Pet Protection / Trip
Driver Earnings
How Much Do Pet Transportation Drivers Make?
You set your own bid price - the platform doesn't cap what you can charge. GoGoPets charges no driver fees. The $99 service fee is paid by the pet owner. You keep 100% of your bid amount.
| Route type | Distance | Avg payout |
|---|---|---|
| Local delivery | Under 100 miles | $300–$700 |
| Regional transport | 100–500 miles | $700–$1,400 |
| Long-haul | 500–1,500 miles | $1,400–$2,800 |
| Coast-to-coast | 1,500+ miles | $2,200–$4,500+ |
Monthly earning potential
Active drivers completing 4–8 trips per month report monthly earnings of $2,500–$5,000. Full-time drivers on premium corridors - French bulldog specialists, military PCS routes, coast-to-coast long-haul - regularly clear $6,000–$9,000/month. You set your own bid. GoGoPets takes zero cut of what you earn.
Requirements
Driver Requirements
Everything you need to get approved and start taking trips.
Documents
- Valid driver's license
- Proof of auto insurance
- Government-issued ID (Stripe verification)
- USDA Animal Care license (or proof of application)
Vehicle
- Climate-controlled (functioning A/C and heat)
- Space for secure pet crates
- Clean interior - no smoke, no strong odors
- Any make and model that meets the above
USDA Certification
All commercial pet transporters in the U.S. are required by federal law to hold a USDA Animal Care license. GoGoPets provides a step-by-step guide to completing your registration.
First-time registration: ~1–2 weeks, under $50/year
Background check: GoGoPets runs a check on every driver through Stripe.
The Process
How to Become a Pet Transportation Driver
Three steps from signup to your first paid trip.
Create Your Driver Profile
Download the GoGoPets app and sign up as a driver. Enter your name, contact info, and vehicle details. Upload your driver's license and proof of insurance. Takes about 10 minutes.
Complete USDA Verification
Submit a government-issued ID for Stripe background check. Upload your USDA Animal Care license (or provide your application reference number if in progress). Most drivers are approved within 24–48 hours.
Bid on Trips and Get Paid
Browse open transport requests in your area or along your preferred routes. Submit a bid with your price and availability. Pet owners choose you based on your profile and rating. Payment releases 30% at pickup, 70% at safe delivery.
Platform Comparison
Why Drivers Choose GoGoPets
The pet transportation market has options. Here's how GoGoPets compares for drivers.
| GoGoPets | Other platforms | |
|---|---|---|
| Driver fees | None | Platform fee on each job |
| Pet protection | $3,000 per trip | $1,000 per claim |
| Mobile app | Yes | No |
| Payment timing | 30% pickup · 70% delivery | After delivery |
| Concierge tier | Yes | No |
| Bidding model | Yes - you set your price | Yes |
| USDA requirement | Yes | Yes |
GoGoPets doesn't take a cut from your earnings. The pet owner pays the service fee. You bid what you want and keep what you earn.
Reviews
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FAQs
Driver FAQ
Ready to Book?
Ready to start earning as a pet transportation driver?
Join GoGoPets today. Set your own rates, choose your routes, and get paid after every safe delivery. USDA-certified drivers are in demand across all 50 states.
