I have three small dogs, all under 15 lbs. A Brussels Griffon, Miniature Schnauzer and Jack Russel mix. This is good size for my smaller dogs. I am currently visiting family for an extended stay. My dogs are used to a dog door that allows them to go outside in a large fenced in area however that is not available here.
I actually put this together in my house during a sleeting and snowing event. I assembled two panels, then attached four together in my kitchen and so on.
If you are worried about assembly, don't waste your time. This easy to assemble however I do recommend that if you do as I did, to have someone assist you with moving the pieces once attached to and tighten again once you have this where you want it to be.
I assembled this by myself and had no problems doing so. It can be a bit bulky but nothing to dissuade a person that is used to doing things on her own. I assembled this in an "L" shape and transported each section outside and completed assembly by tightening with the provided brackets.
The tarp is easy to put on and attaches with a "bungee cord" type fastener.
I have not put the dog bowls on as of yet because there are racoons, squirrels, and possums that enter the yard off and on and I don't wish to attract them more than necessary. However, will do so in the spring.
Each metal panel attaches easily with the provided brackets and is tightened with a bolt and nut. The metal panels are not heavy, nor are they too light.
The door opens and closes smoothly. The swing door for the bowls has a sliding lock on the outside and moves easily and is like the sliding latch that are found on most dog crates.
The one negative is the provided chain for added security to the dog lock on the door is not what I would consider "heavy duty". It will suffice but if you plan to leave my dogs in this for a longer period of time, I recommend purchasing a stronger more durable chain.
All-in=all this is a fantastic buy and value. I would purchase more of these and am considering one for my cats back in NC. I recommend this for smaller pets.