The picture doesn't do this beautifully crafted crate justice, but it show what a blessing it can be during a re-model! Seriously, dogs feel like royalty when you put the right pad or bed in it. Toss in some blankets, and your pet won't care HOW long you stay out! Every animal I have had in the past several years wants to claim this as his or hers. The latch works with a simple squeeze of your hand.. no more fooling around with gates that come off their rods if you lift up on the door 1/4"! And, it also opens from the top, for easy access to small dogs or dogs who don't want to leave their bed! I put 2 of them together in one evening, stacked one on top of the other (with some padding in between) for a bunk bed affect and wat had my two dogs fight over which one got the top!Seriously, everyone who has seen this gorgeous wooden crate has commented on how beautifully made it is, and where did I find it.The price is -- pricey, but say...isn't a dog worth it? YES! And especially YOUR dog!Bottom line , this is the luxury liner in good looks while being an extremely versatile crate. Add the wheels and it goes down the hall as if it were on skis! If kids (or teens) are going to be moving it around, throw a blanket over the top corners so they don't scratch the walls when they run into them. In fact, I always keep a blanket hanging on the side to make it cozier for my dogs; it also keeps them more quiet!