We have 2 Beagles and a Pitbull.  We've used this gate to confine the dogs to a bedroom if we have company and are serving appy's (the Beagles are food thieves) or when company arrives with another dog (one Beagle is not friendly with new dogs) and most recently our Pittbull needed knee surgery and needs to be confined for 6 wks.  We are able to confine her to an area wherever we are, i.e., the bedroom, family room, etc.  'This is the best gate I've ever purchased and looks nice too....well worth the money.