In less than 48 hours...

She will be airborne.

This is the note I'm taping to the side of her travel crate:

Hi, my name is RUBY.

I am a 5 and 1/2 month old AmStaff mix. I am very friendly and sweet. I love all people and animals. I love to play and chew on shoes (but I promise not to chew on yours).

I have never been on a plane before or been away from my mommy for this long. Please be kind to me and help make this a good experience. Mommy plans on taking me on more flights (on United!).

It is okay to take me out of this crate to walk me. Just please don't lose me on the tarmac.

Thank you.

Love, Ruby