I have hardwood floors, 3 sets of stairs, 3 fluffy cats and 4 dogs. will this work for me? Tired of tripping down the stairs!
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I have a giant husky/shepherd mix and stairs. For hard floors, I would suggest one of the hard floor accessories (sold separately). The power head works on hard floors, but its made for carpet. The best part about this for stairs is the retractable cord. I plug it in at the bottom, and then work from the top down, retracting the cord as I go and I don't worry about tripping on a tangled mess. For hair in general, this vacuum has no 90deg angles for long dog hair ball up and clog. I used to clog a bagless upright every time I used it. I haven't had a single clog with this.
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I also have hardwood floors, large area rugs, tile, two sets of stairs, and three dogs, two with incredible fur coats and I'm sorry I bought this expensive vacuum. I spend way too much time pulling hair out of the brush head and unplugging the hose that goes under the canister. Also the vacuum motor has an annoying high-pitched squeal that seems to be getting worse.
1410540
It will take care of the hair for sure! It's easy to carry and not to heavy so up and down the stairs would be easy.
1410541
I think you will love it. I have 4 dogs, 1 cat and all hardwood floors with about 15 steps (all wood) going upstairs in a house that was built in 1928 so the stairs are very steep, and I am a small women (5' 1" 110#) and I carry mine all over the place. LOVE IT LOVE IT LOVE IT!
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I definitely don't recommend it! We have wood floors and carpeting, 2 sets of stairs, and 2 cats. The brush roller on carpet is TERRIBLE. It doesn't pick anything up and hair gets tangled in it constantly. I actually have to take the roller apart after (and sometimes during) each use to clean the hair out of it. As for the hard floor attachment, it pretty much just pushes stuff around and hardly gets anything. It's a shame because I can tell the suction on the actual vacuum is great. The real problem is the attachments. They're just not designed well. I wish I had never bought this vacuum. If you still want it though I'll sell you mine for really cheap! Lol
1410543
I love the great suction of the animal. I do use it on the flight of 14 stairs to the basement and it works fine. However, I am thinking that in the future I might invest also in the dyson rechargeable stick Vac. I would use it for stairs and quick cleanups in the kitchen area. But I am happy with animal canister as I use it on carpets and also with the "flat out" tool on the laminates as it get as close to the floor and grooves as possible. Hope this information helps you in making your choices. Good luck
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I definitely don't recommend it! We have wood floors and carpeting, 2 sets of stairs, and 2 cats. The brush roller on carpet is TERRIBLE. It doesn't pick anything up and hair gets tangled in it constantly. I actually have to take the roller apart after (and sometimes during) each use to clean the hair out of it. As for the hard floor attachment, it pretty much just pushes stuff around and hardly gets anything. It's a shame because I can tell the suction on the actual vacuum is great. The real problem is the attachments. They're just not designed well. I wish I had never bought this vacuum. If you still want it though I'll sell you mine for really cheap! Lol I definitely don't recommend it! We have wood floors and carpeting, 2 sets of stairs, and 2 cats. The brush roller on carpet is TERRIBLE. It doesn't pick anything up and hair gets tangled in it constantly. I actually have to take the roller apart after (and sometimes during) each use to clean the hair out of it. As for the hard floor attachment, it pretty much just pushes stuff around and hardly gets anything. It's a shame because I can tell the suction on the actual vacuum is great. The real problem is the attachments. They're just not designed well. I wish I had never bought this vacuum.... » Read More I definitely don't recommend it! We have wood floors and carpeting, 2 sets of stairs, and 2 cats. The brush roller on carpet is TERRIBLE. It doesn't pick anything up and hair gets tangled in it constantly. I actually have to take the roller apart after (and sometimes during) each use to clean the hair out of it. As for the hard floor attachment, it pretty much just pushes stuff around and hardly gets anything. It's a shame because I can tell the suction on the actual vacuum is great. The real problem is the attachments. They're just not designed well. I wish I had never bought this vacuum. If you still want it though I'll sell you mine for really cheap! Lol « Show Less
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If your sets of stairs aren't too high, the wand will probably extend enough for you to clean them from the bottom. A stair attachment is included. This vacuum works GREAT for animal fur and hair, we have two long haired cats and a dog that sheds a lot. Only problem I have with mine is that it is the high maintenance girlfriend of vacuums, have to clear dust and fur out of lots of little nooks and crannies all over the vacuum every week or two or it builds up and interferes with regular operation. But it's worth the effort. After a year of service it's still going strong, and I fully expect it to last several more years. If your sets of stairs aren't too high, the wand will probably extend enough for you to clean them from the bottom. A stair attachment is included. This vacuum works GREAT for animal fur and hair, we have two long haired cats and a dog that sheds a lot. Only problem I have with mine is that it is the high maintenance girlfriend of vacuums, have to clear dust and fur out of lots of little nooks and crannies all over the vacuum every week or two or it builds up and interferes with regular operation. But it's worth the effort. After a year of service it's still going strong, and I fully expect... » Read More If your sets of stairs aren't too high, the wand will probably extend enough for you to clean them from the bottom. A stair attachment is included. This vacuum works GREAT for animal fur and hair, we have two long haired cats and a dog that sheds a lot. Only problem I have with mine is that it is the high maintenance girlfriend of vacuums, have to clear dust and fur out of lots of little nooks and crannies all over the vacuum every week or two or it builds up and interferes with regular operation. But it's worth the effort. After a year of service it's still going strong, and I fully expect it to last several more years. « Show Less
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Works well on MY stairs. It may depend on the carpet you have, the physical wear and the staining, but mine come clean well....
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I have a feeling that it won't work for you. We don't have a pet, but I know what you mean. Load the carpet up with baking soda and let it sit for an hour then vaccumn, maybe that will work. Good luck.
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I have dogs but it is a good barrier between my kitchen and dining room.My 3 dogs stay out of the dining room.My 1 cat never tried to climb it and was happy when the dogs were on the other side.
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Hey Ellie, it is not recommended for hardwood floors, but I do use it on mine. The trick is to keep it moving and not in one place. Otherwise, would damage your floors. It does do a good job and like it specifically because I have cats in the house and do not want to subject them to chemicals as well as small grandchildren.
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I use it for my stairs, not for pets. It takes a little practice to learn to use actually. Put to much pressure on it and it does stick. It's not powered by a motor, only suction.
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I recently purchased one of these and I have 2 dogs, hardwood floors, rustic travertine tile, and carpet. It works fantastic for me. I used to have 3 separate cleaning tools, none of which did a good job. I was hesitant like you because I have never had a vacuum like this (only up rights). I can honestly say I will never go back to the upright. The wood floor is cleaner with this than when I sweep with a broom. It also is powerful enough to get dirt from the grout filled tile. The other amazing thing about this model is the pet upholstery attachment. I let my dogs up on the sofa and this attachment easily removes all the dog hair. I am one happy camper. I recently purchased one of these and I have 2 dogs, hardwood floors, rustic travertine tile, and carpet. It works fantastic for me. I used to have 3 separate cleaning tools, none of which did a good job. I was hesitant like you because I have never had a vacuum like this (only up rights). I can honestly say I will never go back to the upright. The wood floor is cleaner with this than when I sweep with a broom. It also is powerful enough to get dirt from the grout filled tile. The other amazing thing about this model is the pet upholstery attachment. I let my dogs up on the sofa and this... » Read More I recently purchased one of these and I have 2 dogs, hardwood floors, rustic travertine tile, and carpet. It works fantastic for me. I used to have 3 separate cleaning tools, none of which did a good job. I was hesitant like you because I have never had a vacuum like this (only up rights). I can honestly say I will never go back to the upright. The wood floor is cleaner with this than when I sweep with a broom. It also is powerful enough to get dirt from the grout filled tile. The other amazing thing about this model is the pet upholstery attachment. I let my dogs up on the sofa and this attachment easily removes all the dog hair. I am one happy camper. « Show Less
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I would say if your cat doesn't jump high it would work great! I have 2 smaller dogs and I use it as a separator for the family room and dining area. The door works fantastic to go through.
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That's my question. I'm wondering if you ever found the answer. I have 4 dogs and 2 cats. I use a shop vac now, which works great but it blows hair that I haven't gotten to yet all over the place and up on my counters.
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No. I have Carpet, Wood, Laminate and Stone floors and my Dyson DC50 Animal works like magic on every one. I also have 3 dogs that leave hair all over the place! I absolutely Love this product!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
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From my experience and how mine is mounted it that it will work. Being that close to a step cats will be able to sneak under and dogs will be able to reach head under and cause problems.
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It works great on hardwood floors, but doesn't have the power for carpet, I am still trying to find a vac that picks up pet hair and dirt from carpet that doesn't weigh a ton!! Have a bad back, if you find one please let me know!!
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Unfortunately, I can't answer your questions. However, I would have recommended that you not buy this product at all. In relatively light usage, the stairs completely disintegrated within 2 months of purchase. Though it looks good, it was surprisingly poorly designed and didn't hold up at all. Unless you have a very small, lightweight dog or cat, I might suggest that you return it and choose another, better engineered product. Sorry I couldn't help more.
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I don't think this will suit 3 dogs. I have 4 indoor cats and I have to fill it every other day. I clean it twice a week. I agree with rhines3995
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Absolutely! I have four cats - two are 6 and two are 10 years old -and they LOVE it! I would say that a kitten would love it even more - there is a LOT of room to play! My cats tore off the swinging mouse, but they do use it to jump, climb and scratch. The sisal ropes are a godsend - my furniture is thankful! LOL! My cats are too large (and heavy) to use the two stairs, but that would be perfect for a kitten, and can be removed if necessary. The build was really easy since everything is clearly marked. This was definitely a great buy. I would highly recommend it. Good luck!
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I've used it extensively on my hardwood floors, and it works great.I absolutely love this little broom, and think that anyone would has a lot of pet fur flying around will love it too. Don't know how I lived without it...
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Definitely. I have a 60lb dog and all hardwoods, tile and rugs. Works great.