I did a lot of research and talked to a lot of friends who own this vacuum before I was willing soooo much money on a vacuum cleaner. It seemed ridiculously expensive at first, but for all the vacuums I've owned that have broken it would probably add up to as much. I finally decided to take the plunge after adopting a dog and getting tired of my house being covered in dog hair and dog-hair tumbleweeds (my home is 75% hardwood floors) I received the Dyson and was surprised at how compact it was. It was sooo easy to put together! I used it right away to see what all the hype was about. It's so light-weight and there's no resistence so at first I thought it must not be sucking properly. Soon enough when the canister filled up I realized it WAS definitely working and learned how filthy my home really was!! You would have thought I'd never vacuumed before! I especially love how well the vacuum sucks hair up on the hardwood. Those of us with pets know how annoying it is to try and sweep or vacuum pet hair from solid flooring surfaces. The hair just "runs away" or gets stuck in the broom. The Dyson literally pulls the hair towards it and Voila! I actually enjoy vacuuming now!! It's fun to twist and swivel around furniture. The vacuum has a more compact head which is nice for fitting between the legs of chairs. I higly recommend this vacuum! Clean-up is a snap too! You just push a button on the canister, the bottom flips open and the dust and hair fall out freely into your trash can. Another surprising benefit was the attachments and the long arm handle attachment. This vacuum is like a transformer! The handle slides out and you flip it aound and attach a smaller brush-like nozzle. Now you can reach ceiling fans and it works great on blinds! The attachment head that looks like a mini vacuum head with a spinning roller with bristles is great too! It's great for vacuuming pet hair off furniture. Overall I LOVE my Dyson Animal! I feel soooo Euro using it! :)

I enjoy using this vacuum very much. I have had Hoover products in the past but my last purchase was getting really heavy for me to maneuver. It was self propelled and I would imagine that accounted for it's weight. This vacuum is so light and very easy to use. So thankful I was able to purchase it with my Overstock.com credit card. I also liked the process of my purchase and they shipped my items very quickly and in excellent condition. Very happy camper.

• How did the color on site compare with the actual product? Exactly
• Please tell us about the quality of the product. Very high quality and vacuums even the smallest objects on the floor.
• How accurate was the on site description of the product? Exact!

I was very excited to get my new Dyson Animal Vacuum cleaner. I have a large white dog who sheds a lot. This vacuum has done a great job of picking up the dog hair from my carpet and furniture!

What a great vaccum. The thing is a beast!!! Love it!!

• How did the color on site compare with the actual product? Good
• Please tell us about the quality of the product. It' sgreat!
• How accurate was the on site description of the product? accurate.

Just before my other vacuum died I had vacuumed and it was only 2 days later it had arrived. To my surprise son put it together before I got home and I RE-Vacuumed the same room I was totally AMAZED on HOW MUCH the other one missing the junk and left in the carpeting. It was discussing. The only thing is YOU must be vigil for loose carpet threads it will SUCK it right up before you know it. The vacuum will keep pulling it will be unraveling your carpet and leave a bald spot.

• How did the color on site compare with the actual product? YES, PURPLE
• Please tell us about the quality of the product. super
• How accurate was the on site description of the product? right on

Be warned! Everything about this model is smaller than the full sized Dysons. The bin is tiny, and the cord is shorter, and there are fewer on-board tools. But it's a Dyson, and does everything you'd want a vacuum to do. I have a dog who sheds year 'round. And this tiny little vacuum picks up all his hair with no effort. Tho I do wish I had been able to afford a larger model. The constant and frequent emptying of the bin is a bit annoying. But it collapses and fits in a crowded closet with no effort. I recommend it highly if you are in a situation where space is an issue.

• How did the color on site compare with the actual product? perfect representation
• Please tell us about the quality of the product. It's a Dyson. What more to say?
• How accurate was the on site description of the product? Pretty good if yu pay attention to the details.

LOVE LOVE LOVE this vacuum!!! i have 2 cats and cannot get their hair off my furniture. this has been a godsend! it takes a minute or so to de-fur the couch. so worth it

This is the cheapest vacuum ever made. Poor quality. The vacuum head will not stay in an upright position when not in use. Filter B hatch won't open---I am unable to clean the filter. I heard nothing but raves about the Dyson--all lies. This is a acheaply, poorly made vacuum. Buy anything else. Even a broom is better.

• How did the color on site compare with the actual product? Color was not an issue
• Please tell us about the quality of the product. The vacuum head will not stay in an upright position when not in use; the Filter B hatch will not open. Machine is one of the cheapest-made vacuum cleaners I have EVEr purchased. I will be looking around for a better vacuum, ,DEFINIITELY NOT A DYSON. CHEAP!!!!! But nmot the price!
• How accurate was the on site description of the product? Not at all accurate.

I love the Animal. It handles so easily. I also own the DC24 (yellow one) which is unstable when in upright position, and keeps falling over. This one is built different and is much more stable and does not fall over. I would highly recommend this vacuum it is wonderful and wait till you see what it picks up.

• How did the color on site compare with the actual product? Same
• Please tell us about the quality of the product. The plastic handle on the catch container seems fragile. Hope it doesn't break.
• How accurate was the on site description of the product? Great

I'm so glad I purchased this vacuum and was amazed to see just how much my old vacuum had been leaving behind. I love the attachable tool and used it to clean the tops of my drapes, which I haven't been able to reach in the past. This vacuum is lightweight, easy to maneuver and does a thorough job.

• How did the color on site compare with the actual product? good
• Please tell us about the quality of the product. This vacuum is so easy to maneuver and does a great job - especially on pet hair. It is lightweight and so easily moved from one work area to another.
• How accurate was the on site description of the product? good

I've been eyeing a Dyson for years.... it's pricey but we finally made the jump and I'll never go back. Like others have said... I can't believe how much dirt this thing pulled up on first use. I can't believe how much dirt it picked up the second time I vacuumed and took each pass slower than the first time I vacuumed. It was GROSS!!! I have long hair and the Dyson picked it all up without issue so I am sure it will handle pet hair without an issue when we get one. The Dyson is light, compact, and stores easily. I love to vacuum now!!

• How did the color on site compare with the actual product? Exact
• Please tell us about the quality of the product. Great quality
• How accurate was the on site description of the product? Accurate

I love, love, love this vacuum. It sucks up dog hair like no other vacuum. It is a smaller size vacuum but it is so light weight and easy to maneuver. It even fits between the wall and the toilet when vacuuming the bathroom. I loose a lot of hair on the bathroom floor and this sucks it right up. I will only buy Dyson vacuums in the future, as they are the best out there and worth the money.

• How did the color on site compare with the actual product? Perfect
• Please tell us about the quality of the product. Awesome

I only have three words to say... MONEY WELL SPENT!!

Have had one of these vacuums for over a year and it is great. Very good on pet hair, so got two more for hunting lodge and house, where hunting dogs and pets come and go all day. Excellent buy!

• How did the color on site compare with the actual product? accurate
• Please tell us about the quality of the product. great quality

This vacume is so small it has to be emptied several times while cleaning a small apartment....It would be best used for area rugs, not fully carpeted homes/ apartments....If you have a long haired pet, be ready to empty every few swipes as the holding container is very small....

• How did the color on site compare with the actual product? good
• Please tell us about the quality of the product. The quality is excellant it's the size that is the problem
• How accurate was the on site description of the product? The write up is fine the picture deceiving...

Vacuum is on the pricey side, but worth it. Cleans well, good suction, easy to maneuver, light & compact. Canister is admittedly small, but it wasn't a big issue for me.

• How did the color on site compare with the actual product? matched
• Please tell us about the quality of the product. good quality
• How accurate was the on site description of the product? accurate

I bought this for a gift for my daughter and she absolutely loves it. I have had a Dyson for a few years now and will never buy another brand of vacuum. My daughter has 3 cats and no other vacuum has been able to clean as easily or as thoroughly as this one. Her friends help vacuum when they visit and say it is "fun" with the Dyson. I say, come on over and vacuum my place anytime. Great company, great product, and best price anywhere at Overstock.

• How did the color on site compare with the actual product? Accurate
• Please tell us about the quality of the product. Excellent
• How accurate was the on site description of the product? Very accurate

Awesome product! It picks up great and glides very smoothly.

I love this machine. Wish I would of discovered it a long time ago. I have a very shedding dog and this is my lifesaver.

• How did the color on site compare with the actual product? great
• Please tell us about the quality of the product. good suction, light weight, easy to move around furniture, toilets etc.
• How accurate was the on site description of the product? very accurate

The absolue best vacuum I have ever owned. I have two Golden Retrievers and cannot believe the difference in my carpeting since using the Dyson. It almost looks new again. No more vacuum bags!! I was always running out/forgetting to buy more. The ease of emptying the canister is a breeze. Can't say enough good things about this Pet Hair Dyson. Highly recommend to anyone with pets.

• How did the color on site compare with the actual product? Perfect
• Please tell us about the quality of the product. Could not be better
• How accurate was the on site description of the product? Very