It’s the most wonderful time of the year—for humans, that is! The holidays are filled with gifts, big dinners and visits from loved ones. From a pet’s perspective, though, all of that translates to loud noises and forced interactions. With that in mind, it comes as no surprise that pet parents see increased anxiety from their furry friends during the holiday season.

Adopting a shelter dog isn’t as easy as filling out the paperwork and bringing the pup home. Future pet parents must be absolutely certain they’re adopting the right pup at the right time.

There are two kinds of dogs: those who love car rides and those who absolutely despise them. Every pet parent wants their pup to experience what it’s like to feel the wind in their fur, tongue lolling to the side as they stick their head out the window. Unfortunately, many owners find their pups shivering and whimpering in the back seat, instead.