Best Vacuum for Dog Hair

" Best vacuum for dog hair recommendations are based on a Consumer Reports review of best vacuums for picking up dog hair and general use around the home ."

Best vacuum for dog hair depends on the type of vacuum you like to use including upright, canister and sweepers. Based on Consumer Reports reviews, which specifically rate vacuums based on their ability to vacuum dog hair.  All of the vacuums listed below made the Consumer Reports list.

This is particularly important, as pet hair can put excessive wear and tear on a vacuum.  When possible, try and limit the amount of pet hair in the home by placing blankets on furniture and by frequently brushing and combing your dog, particularly during shedding season.  One tip listed by the American Kennel Club is to sprinkle baking soda on couches where dog's lay down.  The baking soda will make it easier to vacuum the dog hair when using a crevice or brush tool.

Best Vacuum for Dog Hair Picks

The links will take you to the exact model recommended:

Best Vacuum for Dog Hair -Bagged and Bagless Uprights:

The Kenmore Intuition 31100 is top rated for dog hair and is the Consumer Reports best buy in their 2011 vacuum reviews.  

best vacuum for dog hair
Best Vacuum for Dog Hair
The Kenmore 31100 is rated excelllent for dog hair and is the Consumer Reports Best Buy

Right behind the Kenmore is the Miele 7210 Twist  and the Hoover Tempo Widepath, an outstanding value at under $100 for both carpet cleaning and pet hair.

The top rated bagless upright vacuum is the Hoover WindTunnel T-Series Rewind at a very affordable $130.

The Consumers Best Buy bagless vacuum for dog hair is the Bissell CleanView Helix .

Best Vacuum for Dog Hair - Cannister:

best vacuum for dog hair
Best Vacuum for Dog Hair 
The Kenmore model 28014 takes the top spot in cannister vacuums. It is rated excellent for pet hair by Consumer Reports


The best bagged canister vacuums for pet hair are the Kenmore Intuition 28014, which is the top rated canister vacuum overall and for pet hair in Consumer Reports.  A close second is the Kenmore Progressive 27514/28614.   The top rated bagless cannister vacuum is the Hoover Platinum Bagless 53865.  The Hoover Platinum Bagless is the overall Consumer Reports Best Buy Canister vacuum.

Best Stick Dog Hair Vacuum:

The Bissell Versus and  this  Dirt Devil Stick Bagless mode are. top rated stick vacuums. While it doesn't have the suction of an upright or cannister, it's a good choice in this class of vacuums.

For our complete list of top rated upright best vacuum for dog hair, cannister models and stick vacuums, see below.


Best Vacuum for Dog Hair
Upright Models


Brand
Description of
Dog Hair Vacuum Cleaners
Price
 
Uprights
 
Kenmore Intuition 31100
Consumer Reports #1 Best Buy for Performance and Value
The Kenmore Intuition is the Consumer Reports Best Buy, which according to the magazine means that is has the best blend of performance and price.  It has  received excellent ratings for pet hair and a very good rating for carpet and wood floors.$279.99 from Sears.com
Miele 57210 - Top rating for Pet hair by consumer reports and rated #2 overallThis vacuum has a patented SwivelNeck(TM) which allows steering in all directions. It is only 22 pounds has top reviews on many consumer websites.$429 at Amazon.com
Hoover Tempo Widepath US140-900
Rated #4 overall by consumer reports and value priced
This vacuum shares the top rating for pet hair with other higher priced models, making this an excellent choice for the value oriented consumer.  It is rated number 4 among all upright vacuums tested by consumer reports and is a recommended model.$74.99 at Amazon.com
Hoover WindTunnel T-Series Rewind Bagless UH70120 or UH70110
- #1 Rated Bagless by Consumer Reports
This Hoover model is the Consumer Reports top rated bagless model.  It earned the top score for all bagless uprights tested. It gets an excellent rating for pet hair, and airflow, and bare floors, and a very good rating on carpet.$99.54  at Amazon.com
Hoover Platinum UH30010COM This model is an excellent vacuum for dog hair and carpet. Also a high performance vacuum for the home. It also uses Hoover Windtunnel technology and Includes self sealing Hepa bag. $209.99 at Amazon.com
Hoover WindTunnel U5491-900 - Highly rated for Pet Hair and with good noise levels, this is a good alternative to the models listed above.

This model has a HEPA bag system for picking up allergens and small particles and the patented windtunnel technology.  It is highly rated for pet hair and at a low price point, it makes an excellent choice.   With the lower price and top rating as a pet hair vacuum, this vacuum provides an excellent combination of performance and price.  The trade off is tool airflow, which is strong,but not as the models listed above (rated very good vs. excellent)

$123.99 at Amazon.com
Eureka Smart Vac 4870-- Consumers Digest Best Buy

Made for pets, this vacuum also is made to pick up dog hair. It is top rated for pet hair, has good noise levels. Includes a sealed hepa system and multiple tools for removing pet hair from carpet and upholstery.

$169.99 at Sears
Bissell CleanView Helix 21k3/21k302
- Consumer Reports Best Buy Bagless
 This Consumer Reports Best Buy gets high marks for pet hair, and bare floors, and a very good rating for carpet.$99 at Amazon.com


Best Vacuum for Dog Hair
Canister Models


Canister Brand
Review Vacuum - Dog Hair
Price
Kenmore Intuition 28014
- #1 Bagged Canister vacuum in Consumer Reports
This Kenmore is the top rated bagless canister in Consumer Reports.  It received top ratings for pet hair, bare floors and air flow. It scored a very good for carpets.
$499.99 at Sears
Hoover Platinum Bagless Canister 53865
- Rated the Consumer Reports Best Buy among all canister vacuums
Top rated for pet hair and bare floors.  Rated very good for carpet. $320 at Amazon.com
Kenmore Progressive Cannister Vacuum  28614 - Top Rated by Consumer Reports for Pet Hair.  Rated #2 on performance and is available at an attractive price The Kenmore 28614 is top rated for pet hair by Consumer Reports and also receives their CR Best Buy rating. .
$219.00 at Sears.com

Best Stick Vacuums for Dog Hair
and Sweeper Vacuum Models


Brand
Description of Best Vacuum Dog Hair
Stick and Sweeper Vacuum Cleaners
Price
Bissell Versus 76T8 Consumer Reports Top Pick for Stick Vacuums Great price for top performing  stick vacuum. Highly rated for cleaning. Top rating in Consumer Reports for this type of vacuum. $57.99 at Amazon.com
Cordless Swivel Sweeper - Low cost for a quick sweep. Good for smaller problems. This is a sweeper option which uses unique technology to pick up dirt and dog hair. It is a low cost option that is worth trying. Rechargeable battery & charger included. Anyone with a dog can relate to seeing dog hair around the house that always manage to pile up in corners. How often do you get out the broom to clean. It works on rechargeable batteries, has a 360 degree swivel head and can get "into small crevices and tight corners. $34.98 at Amazon.com Cordless Swivel Sweeper Stick Cat Hair Vacuum
Black & Decker Pivot PSV1800 - Top Rating for Dog Hair  A good choice for anyone looking for a cordless stick vacuum. Pivoting action locks in 10 positions for targeted cleaning. Cyclonic action draws out ground-in dirt; built-in crevice nozzle for hard to reach spots. $51.87 at Amazon.com


TIP: In addition to buy a best vacuum for dog hair, an inexpensive tool new to the market, the Pledge Fabric Sweeper for Pet Hair, has gotten excellent reviews for its ability to pick up pet hair from pillows, bedspreads, car interiors, chairs and similar items in the home.  Consumer Reports rated the Pledge Sweeper higher than competitive products such as the Scotch Pet Hair Roller and Scotch Fur Fighter Hair Remover.


References:

Consumer Reports

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