I have had this less then a year, I have one animal a long haired cat, and yes she sheds a lot. They advertise this vacuum as great for pet hair. It constantly clogs so most of the fur does not even make it to the cylinder. I have to pull it apart at least every second use. I vacuum every day. ..hate, hate hate it, is worse I ever had and I am a retired person so I have had a few in my life.