I bought myself a mini red poodle last November and this dog is different than any poodle I have had. she is afraid of everyone and doesn't like to ride. I bought her in S Carolina and brought her back to Maine. I was told by my groomer that I needed to take her everywhere with me and let her socialize. I have done that and she has calmed down some but not all the time. She doesn't cry in the car anymore, but still pants quite a bit. She just lays on the floor behind the front seats. She hates being near the windows. If you find a better solution, please let me know.