I read all the reviews before ordering this set; I have 3 dogs of varying sizes that are allowed on the furniture and they have yet to scratch it.  Our daughter's cat has not caused any damage either!  The set is gorgeous and as my friend put it "the couch looks like a good nap"; it is very comfortable and it's so nice to have reclining couches that are gorgeous but hold up to spills and pets.  You can always buy with confidence with Wayfair because if you decide it's not for you within the return time frame then you can return it and get something else - they have the BEST customer service I have ever dealt with!