This crate is great, I wanted a sliding door crate because of where I wanted to place it, and I didnt want a door sticking out which frightens little baby's (whoops...puppies!) and this one was perfect.  Not only does it have a double door slider on the long side, it also has a door at the end or on the short side.  It has a handle at the bottom that you slide straight up, then it lays on top of the crate.  I bought it for our new puppy addition to our family in December.  She is 10 months old now.  BTW, she, Susie-Q absolutely loves it.  4 bark review from her, even though she rarely barks, lol!