I really love this Crate/End table. The crate and end table are not connected and can be used separately just by pulling the pieces apart (no screws or inserts). The crate comes with a separation gate so that your pup can grow into it! My only issue is that the end table is held together by magnets/interlocking pieces, which i worry about not being sturdy enough -BUT the fact that it can so easily be separated is so nice that I can easily look past this. several compliments since buying this.