Dogs are big, noisy, and full of energy, and many have a need to be socialized.

The Wall St. Journal’s editors chose an indoor dog-friendly kennel as their Best of 2015 because it’s the most eco-friendly, the best-designed, and most practical.

To make your life easier, our editors asked their dog-training experts for suggestions on how to make your dog more comfortable while you are away.

Here’s what they said.