I bought this product after reading reviews of “dog proof trash cans.” We just adopted a young dog and he learned how to get into and tip over the trash can we had very quickly. I’m actually shocked and not sure why this trash can works but he hasn’t gotten into it or tipped this one over since we got it. Even though his nose comes right up to the sensor and it often opens up for him, he can’t or doesn’t get in it. It’s also sturdy and doesn’t easily tip over. Aside from that, it’s a nice looking can which is important because I don’t have a space in my kitchen to hide the can well. And it works flawlessly! Very happy with the purchase.