Chihuahua from Texas to Hawaii

HI....PLZZZZZ someone help me! I am so confused! I don't know what is the best method to get my beloved Chi, Mango, back to Hawaii from Texas. I have done all the rabies testing and most of the other paper work that goes along with his move. What I need is some advice... I have been researching for days now on how to get him over here....calling different pet moving companies, asking about their services, and some say they will call me back, other want me to join their membership club. Some of these people that I spoke to sounded indifferent that I might be a customer and how can i trust them to take care of my precious pet. I was considering flying my Dad out here to accompany Mango, but as far as i can tell not one single airline allows pets in cabin to Hawaii. I am just really worried that he will sit outside on the hot tarmac for an hour. Petrelocation.com has a military discount which is great for me. I didn't really want to spend more than $1,000, but am willing to spend what it takes.

Someone please tell me what I can do, I need some sound advice. Do I really want and need to spend a grand on his move to get him here happy and safe?