Why pet vacuums are the greatest grooming invention

Much to my dismay, my dog doesn't like the vacuum.

He came to us as a rescue, and he already hated the loud, imposing machines when he found us. However, if you have a calm pet who isn't bothered by vacuuming, or better yet, a brand-new puppy, we've got the grooming solution for you.

Do people vacuum their dogs?

Yes! If you haven't spotted a video of someone doing this to a happy, relaxed pup somewhere online, then I'd be very surprised. I'd also encourage you to type 'dog vacuum' into TikTok and enjoy yourself.

It's also not a new trend – it's been a grooming hack for decades for those who own long-haired dogs. While most dogs shed (unless they're hypoallergenic), the dogs most commonly spotted in these videos are golden retrievers and labradors, who shed constantly. They also have a thick undercoat that needs to be attended to, especially if you want a fuzz-free home.

And it's not just dogs – plenty of cats also enjoy some time under the vacuum.

Should people vacuum their dogs?

It's important to note that if your dog or cat has a bad reaction to pet vacuums, you absolutely shouldn't force them to endure the vacuum. However, it's worth a try if your pet is relatively chill, or just a baby who is just being introduced to the vacuum.

Here's why:

• These tools not only clear your pet of hair, but they also store it in a bin like a literal vacuum. Once you're done grooming, you can empty the bin and get rid of the hair neatly.
• No matter how meticulous you are, other hair-removal methods (like brushing), often leave hair everywhere. You have to brush your pet and then vacuum, which is too many steps when this option exists.
• Having a pet can be costly, so these vacuuming kits can help you save big on grooming costs.

Check out these pet vacuum grooming kits:

NOTE: Prices are accurate at time of publishing.

Kogan P2 Pro Pet Vacuum with Grooming Kit & Hair Dryer

Buy it here for $89.99

This Kogan Pet Vacuum has some of the best features we've seen, including a 4L dust bin, three suction modes and a hair-drying function to help you out when you're washing your pet. It also comes with six attachments – a hair dryer nozzle, a nozzle head for vacuuming, an electric trimmer, a grooming brush, a de-shedding brush, and a cleaning brush.

Designed to be low in noise, it's less likely to alarm your pet when you first use it. You can gradually increase the speed as they get used to the feeling of being groomed and vacuumed.

And in case you're not convinced, there are several five-star reviews for this product on Kogan.

"Worked a treat. Everything worked as it should and had no effect on the dog's nerves. Would highly recommend this product," one shared.

Advwin Pet Grooming Vacuum Kit

$135.90 on Amazon

This model from Advwin has a cute, semi-retro design and all the tools you need for home grooming. With five attachments – a grooming brush, a de-shedding brush, electric clippers, a nozzle head and a cleaning brush, you'll be able to de-hair and groom your dog at the same time. It also has a range of adjustable trimming combs so you can tailor the tool to the length of your pet's hair.

The hair collects in a 1.3L bin, but you can buy one with a 1.8L bin here for just a few dollars more. The vacuum itself has three adjustable gears, so you can start with soft suction while your pet gets used to the tool.

Neakasa Pet Grooming Kit and Vacuum

Yours for $170.95

This pet grooming vacuum has 4.6 stars out of five across 1658 ratings, which is incredibly positive for a lesser-known brand. It has the five traditional head attachments you'll need for grooming and de-shedding, plus five comfort guard combs for easy clipping. The dustbin has an 'easy empty' lid so you can dispose of all the hair once you're done grooming or de-shedding.

PaWz Pet Hair Grooming Kit and Vacuum

$139.99 here

This final model from PaWz has a 1.4L dustbin, adjustable clipping combs, and a low-noise design to keep the pets comfortable. It has a cleaning brush and a crevice tool attachment to help pick up any hair that falls outside of the bin while grooming, plus the regular clipper tool and grooming and de-shedding brushes. You can get yours here on Amazon for $139.99.

And if your pet doesn't like vacuums...

Nidawi Pet Dog Grooming Brush

$19.99 here

BioSilk Therapy Detangling Protecting Mist

Get it for $13 now

Self-Cleaning Slicker Brush

$19.99 on Amazon

Dual-Sided Dog Shedding Blade

Just $11.70 now

Dog and Cat Brush for Dematting and De-shedding

$17.99 for three brushes

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