Advice regarding transporting my puppy from breeder

[Alyson Ryan]

Hi everyone!

I'm so excited to be getting a bernedoodle puppy the first week of July. My breeder is located in Missouri and I am in Boston. Transportation is turning out to be difficult since there are no direct flights to Boston from the airport my breeder uses. Right now I'm looking into a ground transport service. 

I got some quotes and a private van from Missouri to Boston is way too expensive for me, so the only option would be a shared van. The two concerns I have are: 

1. Exposing my puppy to parvo etc. by riding with other dogs. The reputable van services only transport a few dogs at one time and require health papers for the other dogs in the van. Do I still need to be worried about my puppy getting infected with anything?

2. It is a 22 hour drive from my breeder to Boston. The drive would be even longer for a shared van. Is this too long for the puppy?

Also, if anyone has any recommendations of great van services for puppies, I would appreciate it. Thanks!!

[Alyson Ryan]

Apologies for the delayed response! I've been busy figuring out plans and preparing for my puppy. I really appreciate all your advice. Thank you!! I decided to fly to Missouri early in the a.m., meet my breeder at the airport, and then fly back the same day with my pup on the plane with me. 

P.S. I'm getting him from an amazing, loving, small breeder in Missouri -- the breeding dogs have been health tested, no guardian homes, and only a few litters a year. It isn't a puppy mill.

[Amy and Annabelle]

Thanks for the follow-up, sounds like a good plan. 

[Lisa & Sunny]

Thanks for the update!  That sounds like a great plan.  Please come back and post some photos so we can see your adorable puppy!

[Stacy]

I'm really glad you're going to fly out to get your pup. I think it's going to be the best thing for both of you. Best wishes with the little one. They are so much fun!