This rug is so soft! I highly recommend getting a thick rug for pad underneath since the rug is pretty thin. My parents got this rug also. The got the rug pad and it makes the rug feel plush and expensive. I opted not to get the rug pad since I put it under our king size bed and I didn’t want to spend the money. I still love the rug but will most likely invest in the pad at a later date. 
The fibers or soft and silky so sitting on it in front of the tv is comfortable. There has been no noticeable shedding and vacuums well. Highly recommend!