I have just about every lookout seat available because of my large gang and I use everyone depending on the situtation. You might want to read the following thread as what is the safest place for your dog in an accident. I should have know better as I work for a car company and it does make sense that the safest spot is in the middle of the car. A console seat is safe as the airbags don't expand into that area but I find the easiest for me is the lookout in the middle of the backseat. I hope this helps.
http://www.yorkietalk.com/forums/sho...ight=car+crash