Choosing a Vacuum for Pet Hair: What Our Cleaners Look For

October 15, 2026

Suction that stays strong

Look for a vacuum that keeps suction as the bin fills. Cyclonic designs are good at this.

A tangle-free brush roll

Long hair and pet fur wrap around ordinary brush rolls. Anti-tangle designs save you from cutting hair out with scissors.

A sealed HEPA filter

If anyone in the home has allergies, a sealed HEPA system keeps dander from blowing back into the air.

Cordless vs. corded

Cordless sticks are great for quick daily pickups. For a whole-house clean, a corded or canister model won't run out of battery halfway.

Our tip

Vacuum high-traffic areas every two to three days if you have shedding pets — it's much easier than a big weekly battle.

Our Cleaner's Picks

Cordless stick vacuumFor quick daily pickupsShop on Amazon Canister vacuum with HEPA filterBest for allergiesShop on Amazon Pet hair removal rollerFor couches and bedsShop on Amazon

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