New puppy comin' - need advice!

[colby]

I'm so excited for you, dogmama (and jealous!).

Like Salsa, I was thinking there might be some rescue/transport groups you could explore that would safely and happily transport your new family member without using airplanes. You're trusting strangers, but it's not nearly as scary as flying would be for the poor thing.

On my most recent flight from Seattle to San Diego, there was a woman with a service dog in training. It looked like he was pretty young, and not well-trained yet (wandered a little), but he did get to fly in the cabin. Might be another option, as some have mentioned. Anything to get your baby home safe!!

[CyclChyk]

How big is the puppy? Should be small enough to fit in a carrier? Some airlines will allow a carrier that can fit under the seat to be under the seat. Alot of people with small dogs, chi's; yorkshire's, etc, utilize this option. That way your baby never touches cargo/baggage and never leaves your sight.

I think all you need to do to utilize this option is buy a ticket for the pet. Not sure of the going rate tho.