I've had this for a long while. I have a Maltese that can't jump up on my bed. So, I put this at the foot of my bed, and the dog loves it and uses it all the time. This is a heavy, sturdy, and durable product. You can wash it off and wipe it down, and I find it easy to carry into that back bedroom that stays locked when the housekeeper come to clean the house. It is heavy, but manageable. I've had it for almost 2 years and the springs, latches, hinges - everything is working as well as the day I received it. Would not give way with a much heavier than 15 pound dog.