This is perfect for our small dog, so much safer for her to climb on the bed! She is 40lbs but has short legs. Easy to assemble, steps well padded, very sturdy, and does not take up a lot of room at the end of the bed. I thought with such a light color and the dog using it so many times daily (she likes to look out the window and lie in the sun) She is also able to go outside (dirt!) Truthfully,after more than 2 mo.without any cleaning, it still looks like new.