Dyson DC14 SL-ANI Animal

Bought to replace an earlier Dyson (Cylinder type) and specifically for carpets. Powered it up and it did exactly what it was supposed to do - suck the dirt, dust, grime and pet hairs right out of the carpet. It wasn't able to suck the dry paint splashes out however... that would have been a miracle! I am very pleased with this machine.

The Dyson DC14 is the absolute best vacuum I have ever owned or used. We have two dogs and two cats and it gets all the hair out of everything.

I vacuumed our ultra suede couch and it looked brand new. It took out a huge amount of minute dust particles. I couldn't believe how much!.

It is so easy to clean - Take the container off, hold it over the garbage can and press a button.

It is great for carpets, floors and upholstery. WIth the extra long telescoping rod, it is perfect for vacuuming ceilings and walls.

Shortly after I bought it, it made a racheting noise and scared me that something was wrong. It was only my fault. I was trying to vacuum a loose rug in the hallway and the racheting noise is only a warning that the vacuum is trying to suck the rug in.

I recommend it 150% to everyone. It is lightweight and easy to manuever and it is a joy to use.

We've had a Dyson DC14 for two years now and I notice they are now discontinuing the model. We bought pour to replace an ageing Miele Cat & Dog vacuum that we though was showing its age. Saddly, over the past two years the Dyson has been consistently outperformed by the Miele, even though that is nearly five years older. The Dyson does not pick up with anything like the ease or thoroughness that the Miele does. The wife likes the stylishness and ease of emptying and whilst it does pick up dog hairs from our Golden Retriever the Miele model does it so much better, quicker and more thoroughly.My experience suggests the Dyson is easily outperformed by a much older Miele machine. Sorry Dyson - p.s. why have you discontinued this model?

I bought the Dyson Animal vaccum cleaner nearly 10 years ago when I had two dogs and three cats. Obviously I needed a cleaner that could cope with the demands placed on it by the animals and this was recommended to me as being suitable. Well what can I say, 10 years down the line and it works as good as the day I bought it. It picks up pet hair, dander and dirt that you can't even see with the naked eye, my carpets are nearly all 100% wool and it has kept them looking as good as the day they were fitted. The cleaner has needed several of the turbo tubes replacing but at a couple of pounds each direct from Dyson and being very easy to fit, this has never been a problem. It is excellent value for money, a must for any pet owner.

i have had my Dyson animal for 4 years. it has been very dependable, i have not had 1 problem with it. recently i had a Kirby sales person show up to my door with there new model. against my better judgment i purchased the vacuum. after they left i started comparing the 2 and realized the suction on my Dyson was just as good after 4 years as the brand new Kirby. thank god i didn't trade it in like they wanted. i called them the next day and told them to come pick up there $1200.00 vacuum cleaner.

Changed back to dyson as new vacuum wasn't nearly as good . I could not believe the dog hair ect that came out of my carpets with dyson DC14 SL-ANI Animal. I will never change from dyson again.

We have had Dysons for quite a few years and am fed up with them, even more so after our latest: the Dyson DC14 SL-ANI Animal. Suction goes quickly, hose pipes split easily and they are far too heavy to lift up and down stairs. Constantly having to clean ours out to get it working. Won't be buying another one!

Read reviews on Dysons (in general) and despite Dyson's reputation, I was a bit hesistant about spending £200 on vacuum cleaner. I have to say that after initial use I am very impressed. The carpets had been vacuumed only hours before with Electrolux vacuum (which this Dyson replaces because despite "cyclonic technology" it lost useful suction within about 18 months, despite frequently cleaning filters).Also, with the turbobrush (no extended hose) I can cover 9 stairs, which I deem to be adequate.I hope that the Dyson maintains its performance as on first impressions I shouldn't have hesitated to buy in the first place.Please note I have given a durability rating of 5 to remain neutral as I cannot yet comment on robustness of this vacuum cleaner.

The Dyson DC14 SL-ANI Animal is a superb cleaner - great for pet hairs. very good suction, superb after sales support: ours was 3 years out of warranty but they sent us a replacement hose free of charge - the hose wore away at the top after 5 years use.

The Dyson DC14 SL-ANI Animal is great for us as we have 3 pets and finally our house is becoming free of animal fur and also sand that we have brought back from the beach!