They say that “a dog is a man’s best friend,” and so is a cat for the cat lovers. In homes where pets, like dogs and cats, are an important part of the family, their needs are well provided for. With furry, friendly animals around the house come great responsibilities such as cleaning up after their mess and most importantly their hair. These can be strewn all around the house as these pets can be so restless most of the times. Having them around means having to take care also of these furballs’ hairballs. Times like this, a pet hair vacuum cleaner is a man’s best friend. Pet hair is no ordinary dirt to clean so read on for tips to help you choose the right pet vacuum for you.

1.  Suction Power

Of all the features to look for in a pet hair vacuum cleaner, the suction power should be the first one to consider. A vacuum with 12 amp or more is the most suitable to take on jobs like pet hair. It would also be much better if you can find one which has attachments especially made for pet hair. Manufacturers nowadays take in consideration homes with pets so it would be wise to check for one with pretty powerful suction and an attachment to enhance the vacuum to take care of pet hairs.

2.  Brush

The brush features on a pet vacuum are heaven sent to pet owners. Find one which is good at picking up hair and other debris. If possible look for one with the brush feature and good to navigate on small spaces where pet hairs can get stuck like the edges of the stairs and the corners of the house.

3.  Filters

Another thing to consider although not as vital as the suction power is the vacuum filters. A good recommendation is a multi-layer filter to keep most of the pet hairs, dust and dirt inside the vacuum. This type of filter will not allow the dirt and hairs to reach the motor and also prevents them from being blown back into the air.

4.  Bags

When looking for a good pet hair vacuum, check out the capture bag and how quickly it can get filled. Make sure the capture bag can hold a large amount of hair else it will not serve its purpose properly. You may also opt for a pet vacuum with a bin, this way there is no need for changing bags filled with pet hair.

5.  Sound

The sound of a vacuum can be quite annoying to you and your pet especially when you are cleaning for a long time. For those who have cats as pets, a quiet pet vacuum is important unless it is okay for you to have your cat hiding under the furniture the whole time you are cleaning.

Choosing a pet vacuum cleaner will no longer be such a daunting task when you know the necessary features that it should carry to work for you. All you need to do is research on the specific features which would best address your pet hair problem. Hopefully, the tips above help you to choose the pet vacuum that suits you best.