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You might be surprised how many drivers in Phoenix choose an SUV for the sake of their dogs. Ford's diverse SUV and crossover lineup has a lot to offer pet-parents, from stain-resistant upholstery, to spacious cargo volume and second- and third-row seats that fold down.

Despite having plenty of room for your dog, though, are they safe if you get in a crash?

The truth is, while most humans are diligent about buckling up, very few people secure their pets, and that is the biggest danger to them. It doesn't take a highway-speed accident to do serious damage—at just 30 mph, a dog can be thrown with great force into a seat back or windshield.

How can you keep your dog safe when you drive?

Secure your dog in a crate, preferably in the back seat. Crates in the front-passenger seat could be damaged by airbag deployment, and the cargo area may be vulnerable in a rear-end collision. Elastic bungee cords will stretch in a collision, and will not keep the crate in place, so look for weight-rated anchor straps, or crates that can be secured using a seatbelt.