We have a Subaru Forrester, as does our son (with big Golden). The back of the Subaru has a fence that can be put in to keep the dog in the back. And it holds a Golden nicely. Be sure it is NOT one of the "high performance" engines: they REQUIRE hi-test gas. (little 4 cylinder engine, lays flat near bottom of car, making it hard to tip over). Great mileage too. CU really likes it. We like ours.
Chim