My dog LOVES her crate. I put 3" round felt pads on the bottom so I could easily move it room to room. She has her bowls of food and special mat with her blanket. She goes in all by herself because she loves it. She is a 6 mo old poodle. I love the fact that it has a very nice upscaled look to it. The latches work perfectly. I hated the idea of decorating with a cage in the room. I got the clear folding gate as well. That protects my pup from falling down the stairs.