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No-one wants a vacuum cleaner that smells of dog.

Tools and attachments are your best friend when it comes to cleaning stairs.The main floorhead is too wide and bulky, so you ideally want a mini motorised tool and a crevice tool.

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Extension wands and hoses are also a top pick for extending the reach..The crevice tool is a long thin attachment and is great for getting right into edges.Mini motorised tools have rotating brushes and often come included with pet vacuum models.

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You can buy them separately if not..If you don’t have a mini turbo tool, try the upholstery attachment instead.

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Of course, different vacuums come with various attachments, so test a few until you find the ones that work best for you.. 3.

Start by Working Into The Corners.While you should check everywhere for a blockage, here are some of the most likely locations:.

Check the hose for blockages whenever you’re cleaning your vacuum.Start by looking for visible clogs at either end of the hose, then gently push a broom through to dislodge any blockages.

Never use a sharp object or too much force for this.. Floorhead intake.The opening from the floorhead into the wand or main vacuum body is another common location for a blockage.. Dust canister entrance..