I am just seeing this thread now, omg! some people are just crazy..anyway Jl,my advice here is to be very careful of bringing this puppy into your home before a vet check,if he has fleas your animals will get them too..I wouldn't worry all that much about having to turn him into a shelter, I hate to say it but he will get the best care their,shots,flea bath,deworming,neutering ect..puppies usually find good homes fast,it's the older dogs that have trouble..I know you are not interested in keeping him yourself but thats an option too
..good luck to you and little poochie,your a good man..xoxox.