I ordered several smaller wool rugs in black and cream.  They are all very nice.  This one, because of the pattern (think high/low, sculpted, the lighter area is raised) feels just a little thinner than the others, but it is still plush, knowing that I would still order it again.  Considering a larger one in this pattern for our dining room.  I have vacuumed it regularly and I haven't noticed any shedding.