This Popular Pet Vacuum Leaves 1 Home Smelling Fresh Despite 4 ‘Stinky, Shedding Dogs’

Its three-stage HEPA system traps odors and dander

I once owned a husky mix and an Australian shepherd at the same time, so I’m no stranger to vacuuming copious amounts of pet hair (or giant fur tufts during molting season!). But no matter how clean I got my floors, a mild, lingering odor — courtesy of my four-legged friends — always remained.

If only I had known about the Kenmore Pet-Friendly Canister Vacuum back then. It has efficient suction, complete with a three-stage HEPA filter system to trap fur and odor-causing dander, making it a solid option for deep cleanings. Now that it’s on sale for $228 with double discounts ahead of Amazon Prime Day, it’s worth grabbing for cleaner, fresher floors.

Kenmore Pet-Friendly Canister Vacuum, $228 with coupon

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This pet vacuum has powerful suction, thanks to a two-motor system that lifts deep-set pet hair, smelly dander, and microscopic debris from floors. It has a self-adjusting brush head that levels itself to achieve optimal airflow for efficient cleaning. Plus, it glides effortlessly across textured rugs and carpets, gritty messes (see: kibble crumbs), and thick fur tufts.

The particles are then pulled through a three-stage HEPA filter that traps 99.97 percent of dirt, according to the brand. While you’ll need to replace this filter periodically, one shopper said it’s “easy” to swap out.

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This nifty vacuum is ideal for cleaning carpets and hard floors, but it’s also suitable for whole-house cleaning. It quickly transitions into a handheld device (complete with a telescoping wand) to reach curtains, furniture, and other above-floor areas, and it comes with four attachments for targeted cleaning, including crevice, upholstery, bare-floor, and pet-hair-brush tools. Even better? You can store all of them inside the canister when not in use.

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The vacuum has one more genius feature that solves a nagging problem: a retractable 26-foot power cord. Simply tap your toe on the button and voilà! No more bending over after you’ve already spent energy on cleaning.

It’s earned more than 7,100 perfect ratings from shoppers, including many with pets. One reviewer with four big “stinky, shedding dogs” said their house “smells better” with “zero dog smell.”

“It’s amazing how much it picks up,” wrote another shopper who owns both cats and dogs. “The carpet was fluffy after vacuuming it.”

Grab the Kenmore Pet-Friendly Canister Vacuum on sale with double discounts at Amazon, or keep scrolling to see more early Prime Day deals on canister vacuums.