The Dyson Animal (DC-14) is the **best** vacuum you will ever own and definitely worth the money.  I had a standard Hoover Wind Tunnel and one of those (very) expensive Kirby vacuums that are sold door-to-door.  The first time I used the Dyson at home cleaning one carpeted room produced an entire canister full of dog hair!!  I have only one Labrador Retriever, so just imagine if you're a multiple pet home!!

 The attachments are great for cleaning fabric furniture and excellent for car mats too.  It's also super easy to empty the canister and toss it into the sink for a quick wash.  The canisters...