I LOVE my stroller, to me it's a must have, Presley and Holly are with me a lot, it makes my life easier and they enjoy it. It stays in my vehicle, I never leave home without it
. My "kids" have been in just about everywhere with the exception of Wal-Mart, Target and grocery stores. We have never had any problems at malls or retail stores. I feel they are safer when they are in stroller from other dogs and people. A pet peeve of mine is when unruly children (while the mother just stands and watches or is no where to be seen) rush up on them and startle them, I can in one hand flip have them completely closed in quickly. We too take them out to eat, which they really enjoy. One of the best purchases ever!