Was he checked for a microchip!? And regarding transporting to a new home, that is no problem. if you all are interested in adopting him (anyone out there) I joined some transport groups to move Lucky and Louie from Louisiana to Boston- turns out they are primarily moving dogs. Like more than daily. I get many emails a day and if anyone wants to adopt this cutie and needs help moving him, I can send you links so you can set up a transport of people who just do this for fun/love and rescue. It's totally volunteer. No one will charge you for gasoline etc. You will however need vaccination papers and a kennel and leash so he can go outside to poop and pee. And dishes. Each leg (driver) is instructed on what they need. If you think he is ok without a kennel, say so. It likely depends on the disposition of the dog and if the transport includes other dogs, puppies, kittens etc. And , in fact, the southwest is often on the emails I see and I have to delete them as I get like at least 50 to 100 daily total.