My friends Sheila and Will are currently fostering a puppy who broke his leg. They were having trouble finding a pet sitter for him for their scheduled trip to go hike in Bear Valley California. Doggie day care places will not accept special needs pets, nor did they want sweet "Scruggs" to be surrounded by other dogs and potentially reinjure himself or even have to be left in solitude for the weekend.
They got creative and purchased a baby carrier that he happily sits in while walking. They trialed it a few times around Santa Cruz and Scruggs is calm and cooperative with being in the harness.
So, off the three of them go, to Bear Valley today to hike together.
Lets wish them luck.
Also, remember to be kind to animals.