this all just seems very strange

I've never heard of a rescuer buying puppes to resale.
Anyway, Good luck on your trip tomorrow. Is the puppy being flown in? i hope the flight comes in ok if so. Leave early! They said the sac area will be real bad between 7 am and 2:30. I wish I didn't have to go into work tomorrow, i sure don't want to drive in this, i wish you a safe trip!