Best way to transport???

[rylariaizmik]

What would be the best way to take my puppy home on a two hour car ride? Pet taxi, in my kid's arms or some other means? Also would a vet appointment the same day be too stressful? I have to take him within three days in order for the one year health guarantee to stay in place.

[pstinard]

The worst possible way to transport a Yorkie would be in your kid's arms. Not only would it be stressful for the Yorkie, it could also end up distracting you as you drive. I would recommend a small pet carrier on the car floor, but I think there are also carriers that can strapped in using seat belts. Others will chime in on that.

[yorkiemini]

Right on

[megansmomma]

Some type of carrier would be best to bring your puppy home in as well as any time you take him in the car. As for the vet, I really don't think it would matter if you see the vet or not on that first day. Just do not put him down on the ground AT ALL until all of the puppy shots have been given. Good luck with your new addition.

[Wylie's Mom]

Some sort of cozy, comfy carrier would probably be best. Though I admit, when we picked up Marcel as a puppy - I held him in his donut bed for the entire drive home while hubby was driving. He slept the whole way and we got some nice bonding time. With a child though, I think it's riskier...so I wouldn't go that route personally.

Make sure you bring along: wipes, towels, Nutrical, water etcetera.

I would not take this pup to the vet the first day - I'd wait until the 3rd day if it were me.

[107barney]

I had teddy in a small crate with a blanket and he was wrapped up in a cocoon because it was cold at the time. He didn't mind the car as a puppy. I took him to the vet two days later.

[rylariaizmik]

My kids are teenagers that's why I questioned it. I figured a pet carrier would be a little scary seeing as how he I don't think he's ever been in one. Wylie's Mom I like the idea of taking his bed but making sure I have him connected (harness clip I bought).

[rylariaizmik]

Scratch that...he has been in one but there's still the traumatizing experience of being taken away from your siblings and humans then placed in a container.

[windwalker]

When holding till pup gets used to you and you know it, keep it close to ground, they can be little wiggle worms. A fall from standing up could be bad. could be deadly or have permanent damage and unless the teen is experienced with puppies a drop or wrong grab/squeeze trying to hold. Possibly a hand though door to comfort?

[Sukey]

my daughter held our puppy on the hour long ride home and got puked on twice lol. I'd suggest a carrier may be a good idea

[Lovetodream88]

I am going to be honest it's probably best for her to be in a carrier or something you can buckle in but I didn't do that with Callie we brought one all nice a comfy but I held her the hour or so home. She wanted to lay against my neck kinda on my shoulder but was not wiggly.

[Verbena]

I think a carrier would be the best bet. I would give them a old worn shirt of yours a few weeks before you pick your pup up he would get used to your smell. I would also give a new blanket to the breeder to get the smell of his siblings and momma. It is comforting to him. If you happen to stop short, the pup can go flying out of anyone's hands.

Also make the vet appt a few days after you get him home. Following your contract with your breeder. . Good luck and safe journey.

Make sure you bring baby wipes, pee pads, paper towels, water, little dish to drink, Nurtical, an extra blanket with you also