I tested this powerful Miele vacuum in a pet shelter and trust me, it's all you need to easily banish fur at home – it's now $400 cheaper and its lowest price ever

Miele Blizzard CX1 canister vacuum cleaner on wooden floor, pictured in front of open-plan living space with a person and a large dog sat on a gray sofa. Also pictured is a black rug, steps leading up to a kitchen and wooden ornaments.

Testing vacuum cleaners in a cat and dog shelter has been an enlightening experience. Turns out that not that many vacuums are up to the task, and the ones that are tend to cost more than the average person would like to spend on a vacuum.

So, I was delighted to see the excellent Miele Blizzard CX1 Cat & Dog discounted by $400 for Amazon Prime Day. When I tested this model, I found its performance to be almost flawless, but its high price stopped me from recommending it more often.