Richell Convertible Indoor/Outdoor 4-Panel Pet Playpen

I wrote a review in August of 2015, when I purchased a 24"" high Richell playpen for my miniature pinscher. I liked it so much, I purchased a second set for times when I need a little longer barrier. My son just rescued a lab mix from our local Humane Society, When they come to my place to visit, ""Charlie"" (the dog) just scoffs at my 24"" high gate that I use for my min pin, and springs right over it. I knew there was only one thing to do...get the taller (36"" high) Richell convertible playpen. The tall one just arrived yesterday, and has all of the same features as the shorter version. I had it unpacked and set up in five minutes. Regardless of the size you get/need, one of the best uses I have found for this is to create a barrier to my front door. The dogs tend to want to run to the door when the doorbell rings and scamper out the door as soon as I open it. If you look at the photo I've included, you'll see the front door on the right edge of the picture. On Halloween night, I would leave my dog behind the gate, which allowed me to answer the door and focus on the trick-or-treaters as I gave them their candy, rather than chasing after my dog who escaped! The other reason I'm including a photo is that it demonstrates the difference in heights between the short and tall version. My son's lab mix dog is 63 pounds, and the tall version is great for him. The short version is great for my 12-pound min pin. I see that Hayneedle is having a clearance on these. I hope they don't intend to discontinue them. These are the best solutions at a great price!

Very versatile and easy to assemble.