We’ve been fostering cats for a local charity for more than 10 years and, while it’s an incredibly rewarding thing to do, our poor ancient vacuum cleaner has really been put through its paces over the years. So, who better than me to test the latest pet vacuums to see which ones are the best for dealing with the seemingly constant moulting of the cats?
You might think that any vacuum will deal with pet hair efficiently but in fact, your pet’s hair is notoriously tricky to vacuum up, as Georgina Shepherd, cleaning expert at Housekeep, explains: “Pet hair isn't like normal dust or dirt. Individual hairs are very light, so they can become trapped in carpet fibres, upholstery and rugs rather than sitting on the surface. Long pet hair can wrap itself around carpet fibres and vacuum brush rolls, while shorter hairs can work their way deeper into fabric. And finally, static electricity is another challenge. Hair can cling to fabrics and soft furnishings, making it harder for a vacuum to lift it away.”
