Best Pet Vacuums for Busy Homes - Our Top Picks and Reviews

[cwinter474]

We have two gold tabbies. Four people in and out constantly. And one worn out vac.

I am thinking about a Bissell Lift-Off or Bissell Pet Hair Eraser. I really want a Dyson, but $550.... it ain't happening.

Any suggestions or recommendation? HELP

 

[pamperedlinda]

Buy an Oreck. Best vacuum on the market!

Actually, check out this thread. Start at post #31. Kasey shares a ton of great info about vacuums.

 

[christinaspc]

I just got a Dyson animal from factorydirect and we only paid 398.00 and it came with the car cleaning kit too I will look for the website and send it to you.

Oh I totally love it.

 

[aPamperedBride]

Riccar is the best vacuum you've never heard of! Way better than a Dyson.

 

[iteachurkid]

I have a black lab who sheds like crazy!! I love my Dyson Animal...I know it's expensive, but it's one of the best investments I've ever made!!

 

[cwinter474]

I just got a Dyson animal from factorydirect and we only paid 398.00 and it came with the car cleaning kit too I will look for the website and send it to you.

Oh I totally love it.

PLEASE send me a web link!!! What a deal!!

Thanks,
Carol

 

[cwinter474]

Riccar is the best vacuum you've never heard of! Way better than a Dyson.

I have never heard of "Riccar" brand, do you have any additional information?

 

[cwinter474]

Buy an Oreck. Best vacuum on the market!

Actually, check out this thread. Start at post #31. Kasey shares a ton of great info about vacuums.

Linda, What thread? you forgot the link

 

[sk8rgrrl99]

I have 7 cats (occupational hazzard of being on the board of a shelter) and this vacuum: http://www.sears.com/shc/s/p_10153_12605_02026312000P?vName=Appliances&cName=VacuumCleaners&FloorCare&sName=Canister%20Vacuums&psid=FROOGLE01&sid=IDx20070921x00003a
A Kenmore Canister Vacuum from Sears. I love it SO much. It comes with an attachment to vacuum the furniture with that works SO well. I also have a zoom groom that I use on the furniture for "balling" the fur up when I'm in a hurry: Dog Zoom Groom (This one is a dog one but they have dog and cat ones and if you shop around you can find one for cheaper.)
My routine is: every few days, I brush all the cats good with the shedding blade or zoom groom (depends on the cat) then a vacuum the whole place. Most people have no idea I even have cats when they walk into my home unless they actually see them!

 

[christinaspc]

Here is the link http://www.factorydirectsuperstore.com they have all of the different dysons on there and they have a comparison chart too.

 

[cwinter474]

Christina, thanks so much!

 

[christinaspc]

Your so welcome I loved the free car kit I got with mine I can't wait to use it

Did you go to conference this year?

 

[pamperedlinda]

Linda, What thread? you forgot the link

oops, sorry about that! Here it is: http://www.chefsuccess.com/f18/ugh-i-need-new-vacuum-30560/index2.html

 

[cwinter474]

Your so welcome I loved the free car kit I got with mine I can't wait to use it

Did you go to conference this year?

No, conference this year but, I am going for sure next year. I can't wait, I have already decided to put back 1/2 of all my commission this year to help pay for expensies.

 

[Kitchen Diva]

Riccar is the best vacuum you've never heard of! Way better than a Dyson.

Ooo, are you trash talkin' my Dyson? LOL

 

[Kitchen Diva]

I have 7 cats (occupational hazzard of being on the board of a shelter) and this vacuum: http://www.sears.com/shc/s/p_10153_12605_02026312000P?vName=Appliances&cName=VacuumCleaners&FloorCare&sName=Canister%20Vacuums&psid=FROOGLE01&sid=IDx20070921x00003a
A Kenmore Canister Vacuum from Sears. I love it SO much. It comes with an attachment to vacuum the furniture with that works SO well. I also have a zoom groom that I use on the furniture for "balling" the fur up when I'm in a hurry: Dog Zoom Groom (This one is a dog one but they have dog and cat ones and if you shop around you can find one for cheaper.)
My routine is: every few days, I brush all the cats good with the shedding blade or zoom groom (depends on the cat) then a vacuum the whole place. Most people have no idea I even have cats when they walk into my home unless they actually see them!

I had to chuckle when I read that you haven't had any issues with your Sears vacuum, because I used to Manage a Sears and the return and repair rate on that canister vac was insane. I'm glad that you are one of the lucky ones because in reality, I'm soo sorry to say, they aren't the best bang for your buck- if you end up getting a lemon and didn't spend the extra money for the service plan, or heck even if you did- the complaints received on this vacuum alone accounted for over 50 % of all customer complaints... I am very happy that you have had such wonderful luck with yours, however! Happy sucking! LOL