Very pleased with this rug.  I read all the reviews, and it is exactly as described.  Not very thick, just like a real hide would be, and the variation in color is nice.  As another purchaser mentioned, I was really looking for a "style" or decor quotient and this was it!  I did purchase the recommended pad and cut to fit.  It stays in place perfectly, and I have two dogs!  It really did fit the bill for me, and the shipping was so speedy, I had it right away!