When I ordered this rug, I was not looking for a faux cowhide that could pass as a real one. I was looking for a unique rug to add some character to my livingroom. This rug is PERFECT for that. We have already gotten a ton of compliments on the rug for our space. It is soft on bare feet. Have not vacuumed it yet, but it seems like it will hold up well. Feels like it is good quality.
I do want to say, this rug does not look like a real cowhide. Avoid this rug if that is what you are looking for. It photographs well, but in person it is clearly synthetic.