It was very easy to assemble I didnt even need to use my tool kit as the item comes with thumb screws. 
It is very sturdy and looks high quality, fits very well with my furniture and it was just as described. 
As for my pups, I put a treat on the bed to familiarize him with it and covered the soft padding with his blanket. He fell asleep on the floor, I placed him on the murphy bed from which he did not move until the next morning. 
Overall, a great purchase.