This is just what we were looking for to keep our dog in one area. It looks great with our decor and I can put it in an accordion shape or half hexagon to block off a hallway. Because of the way the hinges work I can swing one side back to walk through or I can step over it. It can easily be put away if we don’t want it out. Our little dog is afraid of everything so she doesn’t touch it. I’m not sure how it would work if your dog was larger or one who jumped up with paws against it.