In the event that it is not being used, the gate is able to discretely vanish into the casing, leaving my living area feeling open and devoid of clutter. While I am playing, on the other hand, I am able to effortlessly draw out the required length in order to establish a barrier. Charlie is able to avoid engaging in any risky countertop investigations because of his 42-inch height, which is ideal for him. Despite his exuberant puppy hops, the gate will not move because of the support rods that are included in the package. This ensures that the gate will remain stable. There have been a few learning curves for both Charlie and me, despite the fact that the gate itself has been exceptional. The releasing mechanism is the first point to consider. It took some time and effort to get the hang of it, but it takes a gentle squeeze with both hands. On the other hand, once I had learned it, opening and shutting the gate became a task that was without difficulty. It was the initial novelty of the mesh that presented Charlie with the greatest challenge. A large number of days were spent by him doing things like batting at it and trying to nibble on it. With a little bit of luck, the mesh held up pretty well, and after about a week, the novelty disappeared.