Courtney...thanks for the patterns...I've seen a couple that I might try...not sure yet what I'm going to do!  I'd hate to go through all that work sewing to find that he doesn't like being in there! lol
 
Rini...I've seen those at the petshop I shop at...the ones where the 4 legs stick out and the head...are they comfy for the dog?  They seem like just the thing, as Topher wouldn't be able to escape on me! lol  I was just thinking that they didn't look too comfy, though.  What do you think? 
Teri & Lenora...I looked at the doggie strollers and thought they were so neat!  My teenagers told me that they'd disown me, though, if I walked around town pushing my dog in  a stroller...hehe...As perfect as I think the stroller would be, I couldn't do that to my kids....lol.  Poor things.  I give them a hard enough time as it is with the dog and his little outfits. 
 
 
Danielle...thanks for the addy.  I've looked at those in a shop here and found they were a bit bulky and heavy.  Thanks so much for giving me the addy, though.  It was sweet of you. 
 
 
I remember seeing a pattern a while ago for a kind of wrap around bag with thick straps.  I wish I could remember where I saw it as it would be perfect.  I'll keep my eyes open and may try the kind that rini suggested.  I know I have to get something. 
thanks everyone, so much for the help!  I really do appreciate it!