Our GSD has been showing signs of arthritis over the last couple years and to keep the aches and pains away I got her this pad as a bed roper for her. She loves this mat, and prefers to sleep on it at all times. Ive even washed it a couple times now, and it looks like its brand new, not an easy thing to do with large dogs. This has been well worth the price and Im glad I got it for her... A must have for the older dogs)