This rug is "eh". Maybe it just doesn't suit our needs as dog owners. My pup has decided the long shag is basically the same thing as grass so he does his "business" there while we are at work. The shag makes it a huge pain in the rump to clean! After a few months of vacuuming, the carpet is showing lots of wear. Not ideal for high traffic areas (i.e., a living room) and ESPECIALLY not ideal for pet owners. If you are putting it in a room that no one ever goes in, this rug is perfect. Also, the color isn't as warm as shown in the picture.