Tested Product Round-Up: Vacuums For Pet Hair

In this service journalism article I wrote for The Spruce Pets, I separated marketing jargon from practical features to bring readers a clearer understanding of what they need in a vacuum. Insights for each vacuum tested were gathered from multiple rounds of lab testing followed by extensive real-world testing in homes with pets.​

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While the focus is on pet hair and debris (e.g. kibble, mud, crumbs), a vacuum designed to pickup after pets is likely going to be used throughout a home. I kept this in mind while making my choices, taking into account budget, home layouts, automobile cleanup, and a pet's POV.

From my experience, "pet-friendly vacuum" is a misnomer and every pet is skeptical of any and all vacuums that entire their abode. The product recommendations in the piece are proven to expedite cleanup sessions to make the scary and loud object go back to where it came from. ​