We have two dogs who are new to traveling, a 9-month-old Australian Shepherd and a year-old Shih-Tzu. We just got back from a 4-week trip using our Life Stages, foldable crate for the first time.  The dogs did great having their own space at each stop during the 4,000 mile trip.  Throwing a blanket over the crate with just one side uncovered, gave them their own little cave, and with their favorite toys and bedding they settled right in, feeling at home wherever we stopped.