Who has used a soft-sided dog crate for a large dog? Will it provide secure confinement for short periods? We are moving from NJ to the west coast. Our elderly dog is too frail to travel by air, so we will drive a 6-day road trip. For the road trip, I need a portable crate that will stow in our car trunk. We need the crate to set up in motel rooms. I want dog to have his "den". We do not plan to leave him alone, but there could be situations where he has to be kept confined for his safety. [more inside]
posted by valannc on Mar 31, 2009 - 13 answers

Never bought a dog carrier but I need one now. Recommendations? [more inside]
posted by miss lynnster on Mar 29, 2009 - 7 answers

I would like to hitch hike around England with my two standard poodles. They are gorgeous and well behaved and I am not a hippie freak (any more) Im an ok looking matron type. Any thoughts? Thanks
posted by Palmerpoodles on Mar 10, 2009 - 12 answers

How much would it cost to transport a medium sized dog to Canada from the Philippines? [more inside]
posted by Iax on Feb 20, 2009 - 4 answers

I would like to take my dog with me to Europe this fall, and have questions. [more inside]
posted by HotToddy on Jun 4, 2008 - 9 answers

Do you know of any dog-friendly places for a weekend getaway within about 3 hours drive of Chicago? [more inside]
posted by macadamiaranch on Aug 14, 2007 - 4 answers

Bringing Pets in Airplane Cabin: I know that each airline has its limits on the dimensions of the under-the-seat carrier and combined weight, but how strict are they? Do airlines actually measure your carrier and weigh the pet plus carrier? Or just eyeball it? I'm wondering particularly about Northwest and American Airlines. Any horror stories or warnings appreciated.
posted by nancoix on Mar 14, 2007 - 22 answers

New York City Dog Lovers: Where can two car-less Manhattanites (and one miniature poodle) go for the weekend? [more inside]
posted by skryche on Sep 21, 2006 - 5 answers

Need advice on transporting my dog in a out-of-state move (~1000 miles) [more inside]
posted by jimmy0x52 on Jun 7, 2006 - 25 answers

Help me get this pug off the ground: How safe is the cargo compartment of an airliner for my dog? [more inside]
posted by docgonzo on Jul 18, 2005 - 22 answers