This is a very timely subject for me as I was just telling my spouse that my car is too small. I downsized from a SUV to a Chevy Cavillere which I really like. However, I recently took my 4m Pyr, my 2y TM, and 2 small dogs to a local pet store for Santa pictures. It wasn't very comfortable for them! I've been looking at the Ford Escapes. Ginger