Hi, I recently moved out to Fairfield, CA, but due to personal situations, must move back home to Thomaston, CT to be with my family. I expcet to move around the beginning of August, but the dog can go at any time, as there will be people at home to receive him if I am not there. The dog is a 10 month old Basset Hound named Obi. While Obi is very relaxed, he does sometimes bark. If he has several of his toys, he should be just fine! I have considered shipping him via airplane, when I go; however, I think he would be better off with ground transportation. Obi does have a crate, and if necessary I am willing to purchase a travel crate.