Complete C3 Cat & Dog PowerLine 2000W Version

Can't buy cordless for life because the heads die eventually. Go with a bagged Miele, they have a dedicated pet hair head that you can replace if it ever breaks.

You won't buy a pet hair stick vacuum cleaner for life, - , the sticks clog up and stops working because the hair gets into the mechanical parts of the head, you can get away with a Miele and its special pet hair head attachment that you replace every 5-7 years, but at least the motor keeps going. Source: Worked in home cleaning.

Miele is the way to go - BUT you need to clean and maintain it well. Change the bags and filters regularly, don't vacuum up wet things

I’ve gone from bagless to a bagged Miele I was sick of the dust plumes when emptying the canisters… I’ve forgotten how good a bagged vac Is and these Miele C3 turbo or cat dog powerlines are amazing wow it sucked so much it fluffed the carpet back up like it was new again.

I’ve gone from bagless to a bagged Miele I was sick of the dust plumes when emptying the canisters… I’ve forgotten how good a bagged vac Is and these Miele C3 turbo or cat dog powerlines are amazing wow it sucked so much it fluffed the carpet back up like it was new again.

Mieles are organized in 4 tiers: C1 Compact (entry level, smaller, for apartments & small homes), Guard M (replaces the previous C3, none of these have a power nozzle in the US Market), C3 (outgoing workhorse, find one this Black Friday, they are solid machines, the Kona, Cat & Dog, Marin, HomeCare E+ all have power nozzles), and the Guard L series. The black L models are suction only, the blue and titanium have power nozzles. The new Guard models that are labeled Cat & Dog do not have a power nozzle, instead they use an air driven turbo floor nozzle.

Ideally, you have a vacuum retailer near you so you can test drive these and get a good deal; Miele C3, these are being closed out and remaining stock is marked down. The Kona, Cat & Dog, Marin, and Homecare E+ are the C3s to look for. A Miele C1 Cat and Dog is also a solid choice. There are 2 brand new L1 Guard vacuums from Miele; the L1 (blue) and L1 Electro (titanium). All of these models but the Marin use the same SEB 228 power nozzle. The Marin gets a lower profile SEB 236 with an LED light. Only dealers can sell the Homecare and Electro models, these have 5 year warranty’s vs standard 3 year. Discounts for Black Friday are @20% for remaining C3s, at least 15% everything else. For Sebo, the E3 and K3 are excellent vacuums to also consider. German made like Miele, 10 year warranty’s if purchased from a dealer, and very reliable.

Definitely seek out and visit a Sebo/Miele dealer so they can demo all your options. You will likely get a discount and/or additional goodies thrown in (bags, filters, attachments). Whether it's Sebo or Miele, the lower cost units are suction only and won't clean your bedroom carpets effectively. Make sure your choice has a power nozzle (Sebo E3, K3, D4 or Miele C3 cat and dog). Miele just rolled out their replacement for the C3, called the Guard series. Unfortunately, there are only 2 models with the power nozzle, so if you are offered the newest model make sure it isn't suction only. Oddly, the new Miele Guard Cat and Dog does not include a power nozzle option! There are clearance deals on the previous generation Miele's, I'd go that way over the new/full markup models as these machines are excellent (Marin and the white Cat and Dog C3s are my favorites).

With carpets in the US, get one with a power nozzle. In this line up either the C1 Cat and Dog or C3 Cat and Dog are your best options. You stated the home is fairly big; the C3 Cat and Dog seems to be the ideal choice and the price is crazy good. In addition to a larger bag, the C3 cord is 24' feet, vs 18' in the C1.

I have Corgis and they shed fur as a hobby. Sebo or Miele with a power nozzle, not the entry level suction only machines. The ideal pair is a Sebo E3 canister and Felix upright. The Felix is my daily, the E3 is my weekly deep cleaner. There are clearance deals on the Miele C3s right now; look for the Cat & Dog, Marin and even the HomeCare+ canisters. The Miele power nozzles handle deep pile better than Sebo, otherwise the vacuums are tied for performance.

Both Sebo E3 and Miele C3 canister vacuums are top tier. Both use the same handheld turbo brush attachment (made by Wessel Werk) that is excellent for dog beds, upholstery, stairs. The Miele C3’s are discounted now as the new Guard series is replacing them. A Miele white dog and cat model or Marin navy blue model are probably the best pet vacuums you can get.

No. The M1 Cat & Dog is a suction only machine, it does not come with a power nozzle. The attachment it includes is an air driven turbo and the package no longer includes the handheld mini turbo tool. We have bare floors and wool rugs on the main floor and use the C3 with the SEB 228 power nozzle. C3 models like the Kona, Cat & Dog, HomeCare, and Marin. The Miele Classic C1 is your entry-level option with a power nozzle and should be discounted still at your local dealer. We have two very active Corgis that bring in mud, leaves, fur, etc., especially now that we have rain and snow. I use the Bona flat mop with microfiber pad and hardwood floor cleaner. For quick cleanups, I grab the Bona mop handle and use the Bona pre-soaked pads for hard wood. I use the basic Bona pet system that includes the tool, dusting mop and micro fiber pad. They also make waterbased cleaning solutions for cleaners that are safer for pets.

Miele an Sebo are the premium canisters due to quality, warranty, and filtration. Of the two, Miele hoses are more flexible. I have both the Sebo E3 and D4, and both hoses are stiff and bulky due to their tapered design. I also have the Miele C3 and prefer it for dusting because Miele makes a larger, fully articulating brush (SUB 20) that works on the ceiling fans and bookshelves. For hard floor cleaning, the parquet twister is my go to, both Sebo and Meile have a version of this attachment. Based on your cleaning needs, a suction only machine will work well. Look at the Miele Classic C1 or Guard M1. Sebo comes in a close second place for portability. Look at the E1 or K2 Kombi and add the parquet twister. If you have a vacuum dealer, go there, the Black Friday discounts will be better and they will give you a package discount for any additional attachments, bags, etc.

Mieles are organized in 4 tiers: C1 Compact (entry level, smaller, for apartments & small homes), Guard M (replaces the previous C3, none of these have a power nozzle in the US Market), C3 (outgoing workhorse, find one this Black Friday, they are solid machines, the Kona, Cat & Dog, Marin, HomeCare E+ all have power nozzles), and the Guard L series. The black L models are suction only, the blue and titanium have power nozzles. The new Guard models that are labeled Cat & Dog do not have a power nozzle, instead they use an air driven turbo floor nozzle.

Ideally, you have a vacuum retailer near you so you can test drive these and get a good deal; Miele C3, these are being closed out and remaining stock is marked down. The Kona, Cat & Dog, Marin, and Homecare E+ are the C3s to look for. A Miele C1 Cat and Dog is also a solid choice. There are 2 brand new L1 Guard vacuums from Miele; the L1 (blue) and L1 Electro (titanium). All of these models but the Marin use the same SEB 228 power nozzle. The Marin gets a lower profile SEB 236 with an LED light. Only dealers can sell the Homecare and Electro models, these have 5 year warranty’s vs standard 3 year. Discounts for Black Friday are @20% for remaining C3s, at least 15% everything else. For Sebo, the E3 and K3 are excellent vacuums to also consider. German made like Miele, 10 year warranty’s if purchased from a dealer, and very reliable.

We've got a Miele C3 Cat & Dog but i understand that model has been discontinued. If you can find one still for sale anywhere i'd recommend it, you'll never need to buy another one. They're built like absolute tanks and just *work*.

The C3, for sure. If you can, find yourself a Marin. The powerhead with light on it is amazing.

I’d say a Miele C3 Kona, though a C1 Cat Dog would be fine. As others have mentioned, watch for the seller and shipper on Amazon. You can also click on other purchase options and see who the sellers are. There are legit vacuum sales companies that use Amazon marketplace just you have to specify. Amazon will pull the lowest priced seller first (usually).

A canister is arguably the most versatile. I’d recommend a model with a power (electrical) head as you have carpet and may have carpet in the future. I lean Miele and would say a C3 Kona is a sweet spot. That said the Sebo E3 is also a solid choice, albeit it’s kind of ugly looking.

For context, I’m on the shorter side (5’1”). I had a C3 cat & dog before I got my D4 and the D4 doesn’t feel heavier to me when I carry it upstairs. I agree with the other comment, the Miele powerhead felt heavier and more awkward. The D4 also feels easier to maneuver around and I think it’s because of the rotating hose where it connects to the canister. The C3 didn’t have that feature and it does make a big difference. Go for the D4, you’ll be quite impressed!

yeah i got the cat and dog one and its been a game changer.

yeah i was a dyson diehard til both mine crapped out and i bought a miele after some research.

i got my c3 cat and dog from my local "good guys" appliance store it was down from $700 to $540 on a deal..$700 is pretty steep for it from marketplace.

love all the mieles ive owned.