This is a very nice looking piece. It was simple to put together. We use these only for feeding time as we have 4 dogs & usual foster or 2. That being said, if your dog is at all destructive, this is probably not the kennel for you. The backpiece is two pieces of board that are slightly thicker than cardboard. The kind of material you would get on the back of an inexpensive dresser. For our purposes, it is fantastic.