It provides shade and protection from warm weather elements, helping to keep both the water and pet cool on hot summer days. Easy assembly. Just insert stakes into the corners of the Pet Pool and safely secure with the built-in bungee straps.(pool sold separately). DOES NOT INCLUDE POOL Designed to fit the K&H Pet Pools Provides protection from the elements and helps keep debris out Unique dome shape ensures rain and leaves do not rest on top Fiberglass stakes insert easily into the corners and are secured with bungee straps around the legs of the pool