Vacuum Cleaner Buying Guide: Pet Hair Cleaning

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If your pet is prone to shedding, you need a powerful and versatile vacuum for pet hair to help you with the daily task of cleaning up after them. Samsung cordless vacuum for pets and pet robot vacuums have been designed to make it easy to clean up after your furry companions. With a powerful handheld vacuum for pets or robot vacuum for pet hair, you can maintain a clean, comfortable home.

What kind of vacuum do you need for pet hair?

The best vacuum for pet hair is one that fits your home and lifestyle, as well as your pet’s needs. What kind of flooring do you have? Are you looking for the best cordless vacuum cleaner for pet hair that is both lightweight and powerful? Or should you get an automatic robot vacuum for pet hair that can clean in your absence? Here are several factors to consider before buying a vacuum cleaner for pet hair.

Floor type

Cordless vacuums for pets with interchangeable brushes and multifunctional bristles can serve a wide range of floor types.

A Samsung Bespoke JET with a jet dual brush attachment cleans a surface with four different floor surfaces, each covered in dust: wood, tile, carpet, and marble. Next to it is a cat is lying on the living room floor and a Samsung Cordless vacuums is cleaning the pet's fur in front of it. A Samsung Bespoke JET with a jet dual brush attachment cleans a surface with four different floor surfaces, each covered in dust: wood, tile, carpet, and marble. Next to it is a cat is lying on the living room floor and a Samsung Cordless vacuums is cleaning the pet's fur in front of it.

Cordless vacuum vs. robot vacuum

Cordless vacuum cleaners are great for everyday use, while a robot vacuum cleaner for pet hair may be your solution for nervous pets.

Samsung Bespoke Jet and Samsung Jetbot are placed in a modern place with blue wallpaper and green-colored furniture. Samsung Bespoke Jet and Samsung Jetbot are placed in a modern place with blue wallpaper and green-colored furniture.

Battery time and house size

Having a vacuum for pet hair with a removable battery means that you’ll always have backup for seasons of heavy shedding.

There is a close-up of a Bespoke JET with the battery pack highlighted in blue. There is a close-up of a Bespoke JET with the battery pack highlighted in blue.

Extra features

From advanced AI and cameras, the best robot vacuums for pet hair offer many ways to clean your home and monitor your pets.

Check out your home and pet with Jet Live, you can check the screen taken with Jetbot on your cell phone from the outside. Check out your home and pet with Jet Live, you can check the screen taken with Jetbot on your cell phone from the outside.

What is the difference between a regular vacuum and a vacuum for pet hair?

The best vacuums for pet hair are designed with unique bristles or special filters for dealing with fur and dander; they often come with accessories that can be used to remove pet hair from the surfaces your cat or dog frequents.

The woman cleans the sofa with a jet 75. There is a dog on the left. The woman cleans the sofa with a jet 75. There is a dog on the left.

Samsung cordless vacuum for pet hair

Love your pet, but not the pet hair? It’s possible to have both the companionship and hygiene you need with Samsung’s handheld cordless vacuums for pet hair. From suction power during routine cleaning to dealing with the debris removal, we’ve designed our vacuums for pet hair to make your life easier. To remove dust and buildup in your cordless vacuum, just click and twist the dustbin to empty it out.

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Clean any surface with Jet Dual Brush

Clean any surface with the Samsung Bespoke Jet™. The Jet Dual Brush features a roller for hard floors and bristles for carpets.

A cat is lying on the living room floor and a Samsung Cordless vacuums is cleaning the pet's fur in front of it. A cat is lying on the living room floor and a Samsung Cordless vacuums is cleaning the pet's fur in front of it.

Tackle stubborn pet hair with Pet Tool

The compact Samsung Jet™ Pet Tool¹ brush is optimised for removing pet hair by combining a rubber nozzle and bristles.

Using the Samsung Cordless Vacuum Cleaner's dual brushes to clean the fabric sofa the dog is lying on Using the Samsung Cordless Vacuum Cleaner's dual brushes to clean the fabric sofa the dog is lying on

Trap pet hair with Filtration System

The perfect cordless vacuum for pets, the Samsung Bespoke Jet™ traps 99.999%² of dust³ and reduces exposure to pet allergens⁴ with a 99.999% Multi-layered Filtration System.

A closeup of the Multi-Layered Filtration system inside Bespoke JET has illustrated blue streaks indicating air flow. There are 2 certifications at the bottom left, one that says British Allergy Foundation, Allergy UK seal of approval, and another that says SLG Dust retaining capability. A closeup of the Multi-Layered Filtration system inside Bespoke JET has illustrated blue streaks indicating air flow. There are 2 certifications at the bottom left, one that says British Allergy Foundation, Allergy UK seal of approval, and another that says SLG Dust retaining capability.

Do it all with All-in-one Clean Station

The Samsung Bespoke Jet™. can be used with an All-in-one Clean Station that effectively⁵ empties the dustbin of dirt and pet hair using Air Pulse Technology.

Seen from above, a blue Bespoke JET stick vacuum cleaner with dust inside is being placed in an All-in-one Clean Station. Seen from above, a blue Bespoke JET stick vacuum cleaner with dust inside is being placed in an All-in-one Clean Station.
  • 1 Do not use Pet Tool in a small area for a long time and do not let Pet Tool keep spinning in one place. Damage may occur if used on sensitive materials.
  • 2 Tested based on IEC 62885-2, CL.5.11 using the Jet mode by SLG Prüf- und Zertifizierungs GmbH. Results may vary depending on actual usage.
  • 3 Refers to dust particles in the size range of 0.5 to 4.2µm.
  • 4 Based on the Allergy UK Seal of Approval by BAF (British Allergy Foundation). Allergens refer to house dust mite, cat, dog, and pollen.
  • 5 Results may vary depending on individual use. Dust and hair stuck inside the grille may not be removed with a single cycle.

Do robot vacuums work on pet hair?

Robot vacuums are designed to clean, just like traditional vacuums. Robot vacuums for pet hair help keep the pet hair buildup under control by cleaning your home regularly—even in your absence.

The best robot vacuums for pet hair have powerful suction, but many dogs are afraid of vacuum cleaners. With a robot vacuum for pet hair, you can schedule cleaning times for when your pets are out on a walk.

A Samsung Jetbot is cleaning the living room floor, and a curious-looking dog is looking at it with his head under the table. A Samsung Jetbot is cleaning the living room floor, and a curious-looking dog is looking at it with his head under the table.

Samsung robot vacuum for pet hair

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Object Recognition for safety

The powerful sensors in the Samsung Jet Bot™ identify which objects to avoid⁶ so you don’t have to pick up before cleaning.

JetBot AI+ uses Intel solution AI Object Recognition to sense a cable, table, dog bowl, towels and socks on the floor in front of it to clean closely and effectively around them. JetBot AI+ uses Intel solution AI Object Recognition to sense a cable, table, dog bowl, towels and socks on the floor in front of it to clean closely and effectively around them.

AI+ monitors your pets from anywhere

The Samsung Jet Bot’s front camera can detect and live stream your pet's movements⁷ while also accessing other smart devices⁸.

Jetbot is filming while looking at a dog. And on the right,Check out your home and pet with Jet Live, you can check the screen taken with Jetbot on your cell phone from the outside. Jetbot is filming while looking at a dog. And on the right,Check out your home and pet with Jet Live, you can check the screen taken with Jetbot on your cell phone from the outside.

No-go zone for restricted areas

The Samsung Jet Bot™ uses Jet AI Object Recognition Technology to identify and map out which objects to avoid⁹ when cleaning.

JetBot AI+ avoids a space in a home that has been set by the user as a No-go Zone. JetBot AI+ avoids a space in a home that has been set by the user as a No-go Zone.

Advanced filtration to release clean air

Samsung Jet Bot™ traps 99.999%¹⁰ of dust¹¹and reduces exposure to pet allergens12.

JetBot AI+’s Advanced 5-layered filtration system is composed of a Metal Mesh Grille Filter, Jet Cyclone, Washable Sponge Filter, Washable Micro Filter and Fine Dust Filter to release clean air. JetBot AI+’s Advanced 5-layered filtration system is composed of a Metal Mesh Grille Filter, Jet Cyclone, Washable Sponge Filter, Washable Micro Filter and Fine Dust Filter to release clean air.
  • 6 Object recognition may be affected by an object’s shape or the environmental conditions.
  • 7 The ability to recognise your pet may vary depending on the type of pet and living environment.
  • 8 Each appliance needs to be set to be optimised for pets by the SmartThings App.
  • 9 Example items: air conditioner (stand type), refrigerator, dishwasher, TV, washing machine/dryer, air purifier, AirDresser, sofa, bed, bookshelf, table, pet excrement, electrical cable, towel/sock, cup, glass, bottle, bowl, vase and dog.
  • 10 Tested based on IEC 62885-2, CL.5.11 using the Jet mode by SLG Prüf- und Zertifizierungs GmbH. Results may vary depending on actual usage.
  • 11 Refers to dust particles in the size range of 0.5 to 4.2µm.
  • 12 Based on the Allergy UK Seal of Approval by BAF (British Allergy Foundation). Allergens refer to house dust mite, cat, dog, and pollen.

Why dogs hate vacuum cleaners

Before you wonder why dogs hate vacuums, remember that dogs are more sensitive to noise and high-frequency sounds than we are. But don’t lose hope if you’re set on a vacuum cleaner for dog hair. With some research you can find the best vacuum for dog hair that also works for your pet's needs. The right combination of time and gradual desensitization can help your dog or cat get used to vacuum cleaners.

How to get your dog used to the vacuum?

Introduce the vacuum at an early age

To make it less scary for your dog, introduce the vacuum for pet hair as early as possible. If that's not possible, place the vacuum in a safe place where they can encounter it frequently.

Train them gradually with rewards

Associate the vacuum cleaner for pet hair with good things. Start using the vacuum on the lowest setting and reward your dog with its favourite snack when you use the vacuum for dog hair.

Consult with a professional trainer

If you cannot figure out why your dog is scared of the vacuum, seek out a professional to help your dog get desensitized to it in a systematic way befitting their personality and your needs.

A Samsung Bespoke Jet is placed in front of a sunny living room window, and a dog is sitting and looking up at it. A Samsung Bespoke Jet is placed in front of a sunny living room window, and a dog is sitting and looking up at it.