I think it's very versatile. The concern is for a large dog that may not like to jump up into it because it's covered, versus an open platform. I think it's great and have had one of my hunting partners order one after seeing my dog using this.

I like the features, and it's very well built. However it's a little on the heavy side. I wouldn't want to carry it to far. Most important is my dogs like it. I like having them off the frozen ground and out of the wind when they're not working.

Have not hunted with it. Dog does well during training sessions.

I have not used it in the real hunting environment yet, but just working my dog it has been good.

It's ultimate. The mesh floor is durable. Sets up in seconds. It's a must for waterfowlers hunting in shallow water settings, and you can take it to your favorite hunting fields.