Izzy and I will be going through a big change in a few days. We are moving from Detroit to D.C. I just got a new job...yay!

... so I have to pack up and head to the Nations Capitol. We will be driving to D.C. on Friday . It is about a 8-9 hour drive. Do you have any suggestions on what I can do to make the trip comfortable for him? He's never been in the car this long. Also any suggestions on how to make this move in general easy for him? Moving can be stressful on humans and I can't imagine what it will do to dogs.

One more thing, I start working next Monday and I was wondering if I should leave him home all day or take him to a daycare so that he doesnt feel so lonely.
All advice welcome. Thanks!