I have a long-haired cat and that is why I chose the Pet Hair Eraser. The first time I vacuumed my 8x10 carpet the dirt chamber was totally filled and the quantity of fur was astonishing! I vacuumed again a few days later and again the cleaner picked up quite a lot of fur. The carpet looked two shades lighter in color than it did before. This model definitely does what it claims it will do. I love it. The only thing that that I am difficulty getting used to is the swivel action. Excellent product and the price is right!