Listen, we know how much of a hassle pet hair can be. Pets are great by themselves. Dogs especially can provide so much warmth and companionship — it is always great to find your faithful canine eagerly waiting for you when you get home after a long day at work.
That being said, after that long day, the last thing you want to worry about is cleaning your dog’s hair off the floor. And boy, dogs sure can shed a lot.
Luckily, we value having a clean household as much as you do. (We are assuming that you do since you clicked on this article). And we believe that it may be a good idea to invest in a handy robovac (robot vacuum), especially if the time is short and the fur is much.
How Often Should You Sweep Up Your Pet’s Hair?
This will obviously depend on the individual pet, but most dogs and cats are known to shed quite a bit. For example, you could sweep or vacuum in the morning, go to work during the day, then come home later that evening only to find that your work has been undone. (It is hard to stay mad at the little guys though).
Knowing this, with a robot vacuum cleaner, you can set at which times during the day you would like your device to automatically sweep and vacuum the floors. Some models also might have a mopping mode.
What is a Robovac?
A robotic vacuum cleaner (more often than not called a robovac) is programmed to be autonomous, being capable of completing its primary function with little to no hands-on interference; in this case, its primary function is vacuuming.
Originally, robovac had an integrated remote control system, allowing the user to manually operate the device. While not quite as “hands off” as some would want, it still seemed far more convenient than traditional vacuum cleaning.
Soon, however, robovacs began shipping with a “self-drive” mode, closer to the autonomy and self-operation of modern devices. Now, robot vacuum cleaners are a welcome addition to any set of cleaning supplies and equipment.
Are Robovacs Good for Dog Hair?
The short answer is: it depends. To elaborate, the efficacy of a model’s pet hair cleaning capabilities is dependent on the individual model. However, a good rule of thumb is that the bigger the battery, the better. Since they are automated devices, the only thing you are required to do is occasionally empty the device’s dust bag/bin.
Now, since there are a multitude of different robovac products that have been released over the years, the trick has not become deciding whether or not it will be good for dog or pet hair, but rather which model will best do the job. Luckily, we are here to supply you with the best products for you to peruse and consider.
Always try to remember the three things that you should always keep in mind to determine which robovac will work best: the navigation system, agitation, and how powerful the suction (vacuum) is.
Suggested Robovac Model
Neato Botvac D7
This device is considered by some to be the best of its kind. With its excellent navigation system, robust cleaning capabilities and its potential to reach even the trickiest of spots, the Neato Botvac has everything you would want in a robovac. Better still, this is one of the devices that is particularly effective against dog and pet hair.
The only downside is the price; all those great features come at a steep cost. But if you are willing to pay for it, you will get all we have mentioned and more, which can all be accessed through an app on your smart device.
iRobot Roomba i7+
This device is the first of its kind which can actually empty its own trash bag. A vacuum at the charging base sucks everything out and places directly into a sealable bag; you certainly will not have to worry about that anymore. As great as dogs and other pets can be, their hair certainly is not all that great, and it is a really good idea to keep it all sealed away.
Like the previous device we mentioned, it is expensive, but at least you will know that you are getting your money’s worth.
Conclusion
We all love our pets, but sometimes maintaining the cleanliness of the house after they have spent a few hours inside does not seem worth it. But are robot vacuums good for dog hair? Yes! Hopefully, you have found yourself a new cleaning option in these robovacs.