Not so unique a story - but UShip was the perfect solution for us! We needed to get my daughter's cat to her in Brooklyn. Flying to NY (or anywhere) not so easy with a pet! Too hot and the airlines won't fly them! So, Sam began a trip to catch up with his owner , first by hitching a ride with family to MD (17 hours) and a few days visiting until our UShip Service Provider picked him up ( at the park and ride at Exit 89 ) and delivered him a few hours later in NYC! He rode in air conditioned comfort all the way! I highly recommend Uship if you are looking for a reasonable and safe way to move your pets!