With the look on this dogs face in the first picture, i wouldnt mind carrying him on my head just to make sure he goes with me. Damn look at those cute eyes. If you dont take that dog along with you, those cute eyes will hunt you for the rest of your eyes. Hehehe
The dog in the second picture doesnt look as beastly as you described him. He looks gentle and doesnt look like anything that could hurt a fly, but to think that they are strong enough ti hunt lions is amazing.
Well, i wish you the very best as you try to trasport your dog this time.