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Frequently asked questions - Pet Vacuums

I have pets. How often should I vacuum?

Homes with pets need to be vacuumed more frequently. Pet paws tread dirt from outside, and pet hair and pet dander drop wherever your pet roams at home. Dyson recommends vacuuming your floors, pet beds, and upholstery one to four times per week. More often, if you have many pets. 

Which Dyson vacuum is best for dog hair?

Dyson vacuums are engineered to capture and contain household dirt and pet hair – even the microscopic pet dander you can't see. 

 

Our latest de-tangling Motorbar™ cleaner head is engineered to suck up pet hair, and hair removal vanes automatically clear wrapped hair from the brush bar as you clean. 

 

Also available with the Dyson V15, V12 Detect slim, Cyclone V10, and V8 Slim, the Hair screw tool has a de-tangling brush bar that quickly removes hair from pet beds, car seats, sofas, and stairs.

Which Dyson vacuum is best for allergies and pets?

Dyson's researchers study how dust particles transfer between surfaces. Helping to pioneer technology that deep cleans potentially harmful allergens such as pet dander.

 

Tested and engineered for homes with pets, the Dyson Outsize creates powerful suction that drives deep to remove dirt and pet hair from carpets and rugs. 

 

Featuring Dyson's most advanced filtration in a cordless vacuum, the Dyson V15 Detect vacuum has a HEPA post-motor filter that traps particles as small as 0.1 micron – the size of pet dander. Helping to maintain more hygienic living spaces. 

What is the best way to clean pet hair from carpets and upholstery – including my car?

For spot cleaning wherever your pets get, Dyson's Hair screw tool* has a de-tangling conical brush bar that quickly takes care of long hair and pet hair left on pet beds, car seats, sofas, and stairs.

 

*Engineered for Dyson cordless vacuums.

Does vacuuming remove pet dander?

Vacuuming can help to remove pet dander from your home, but it depends on the type of vacuum you're using.

High-quality vacuums with strong suction and HEPA filters can effectively remove pet dander and other allergens from carpets, upholstery, and floors.

However, it's important to vacuum regularly, as pet dander can accumulate quickly and may require multiple passes to fully remove.

How often should you vacuum with pets?

If you have pets, it's generally recommended to vacuum at least once a week, or more often if your pets shed heavily or spend a lot of time indoors.

Vacuuming regularly can help to remove pet hair, dander, and other allergens from your home, improving indoor air quality and reducing the risk of allergies and asthma.

For high-traffic areas or homes with multiple pets, you may need to vacuum more frequently to keep up with the amount of pet hair and debris.

Are pet vacuums better?

Pet vacuums are designed to be better at removing pet hair and dander than regular vacuums.

They typically come with specialized tools and attachments that can reach into tight spaces and effectively lift pet hair and other debris from furniture, carpets, and upholstery.

However, the effectiveness of a pet vacuum can vary depending on the model and the specific needs of the user.