A couple of questions… how does the dog get here?
The dog may be flown, driven in legs by volunteers in many different organizations (called a CUR, or Canine Underground Rail, run), driven by one driver, passed through several Rescues… or you may decide to just go get the dog. If for example, you are going to be vacationing in New Orleans this spring, you might consider taking a good look at the dogs available through New Orleans Rescue.