I’ve had a foldable grooming table before, but got rid of it in a move/downsize. Now I have accumulated three standard poodles, a St. Bernard/Bernese mix, and a Pomeranian. I was tired of grooming them on the floor. I delayed opening the box since I didn’t feel like messing with assembly, but, guess what? There was none. Just unfold the legs! The crook/noose is fine for my needs with dogs that are accustomed to being groomed and maybe just need some encouragement to be patient with the process. The table supports my dogs from 10 to 90 pounds, and I (150 lbs) even sat on it and fidgeted around a little just to make sure it was strong and sturdy. It doesn’t budge! Money well spent to save my back and knees. I’m not getting any younger and these dogs’ hair keeps growing back!