Dryer works well and as advertised, hose is good quality and extends when the unit is turned on. Variable control of wind speed is handy and the 3 nozzles lock on so they wont fly off when in use. It is fairly noisy so wear ear protection if you plan on using it for a while. Came with a solid steel stand, with a wheelie chair base, and a basic nylon strap to hold the unit, everything feels fairly solid and safe. I bought the unit to use as a car dryer, but I've lent it to a friend who has used it with their dog and its done great in both cases.