Mugsy, I probably could have taken that last leg if it wasn't already filled as I will be in Syracuse that weekend...well we are traveling on that day, 8/20. When is the next one? I will be in Syracuse that whole week from the 20th to the 28th. I can probably slip away for a few hours any day but the 28th as we have to make the 5 hour trek back to PA that day. Let me know....
Also, I drive a 2 door Civic so I can't fit crates in the car. In fact the dogs would have to lie down in the back seat together but I can put the trunk down to give them more room....? So if they can travel this way...let me know. (I NEED an SUV!!!)
Sorry I can't be of more help on this one.