No worries, I will tell you ahead of time if there will be dogs when you come. We personally do not have a dogs yet, and just a few friends have them. It was one specific dog who had two fights and belonged to a friend who will not be around as we've had a falling out anyways!
But, understandably I wouldn't drive 2000 miles either if there was a doubt!
Sounds good. I hope all your goals roll out as planned, my friend.
Thanks and same for you friend!