Love this rug!  I spent many weeks looking and kept coming back to it.  The texture and color are exactly what I was looking for and we have had many compliments on it in the three weeks we have owned it.  The texture on the feet almost makes it feel like a massage (others have mentioned this) which I am happy about as natural fiber rugs can have a rough feel to them.  This rug does shed a little bit but it isn't a big deal and I expect that to reduce in time.  I didn't experience the smell or large amount of dirt as other reviewers have mentioned.   Overall, very happy with the decision to purchase this rug, especially for the price!!! It looks much more expensive than it is.