We purchased this can after several other failed attempts at purchasing a can that our curious dog would eventually get into. With the butterfly opening we no longer have to wear out a lock, and we can use the foot pedal to open. The weight of the can and shape don't allow our dog to be able to tip it over. Our dog is 50 lbs. Added benefit is that it fits under our counter overhang, but still opens underneath it so we can wipe the counter right into the can. Definitely with the cost.