If You’re a Pet Owner, You Need One of These Best Carpet Cleaners

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It’s impossible to resist giving the Drummond family dogs a cuddle when visiting the ranch, but quite a bit goes into keeping those pups clean behind the scenes. Ree Drummond once bathed Walter three times because people loved petting him so much. All those outdoor activities don’t help either. “Keeping a ranch dog clean is a lost cause!” Ree concluded. And it doesn’t matter if you have an indoor cat or a pack of furry large dogs: Animals can make serious messes on carpets and couches, and sometimes even the best pet hair removers won’t do the trick. The good news? You can invest in the best carpet cleaners for pets to tackle them, and we’ve taken the time to curate our favorites here.

On our list, you’ll find automatic carpet cleaners that are easy to use and incredibly helpful when it comes to getting scary-looking messes out of your rug. A reminder that a carpet cleaner is not the same thing as a vacuum for pet hair. The two machines operate a bit differently and are not interchangeable. While both can be used to clean most carpets and rugs, vacuums only suck up hair, dust, and dirt. Carpet cleaners, on the other hand, actually wash the area using water and a cleaning solution. For those deep stains, there’s nothing more effective. So if you’ve got pets, it’s time to invest in one of these magical devices so you can get back to the important things—like petting your furry friends!

Bissell ProHeat 2X Revolution Pet Pro Plus

If you’re anything like the Drummonds, you’re bound to appreciate this cleaner. Bissell says it’s engineered to be their best and most powerful carpet cleaning system for stains and odors. With 12 rows of dirt-lifting brushes, it can handle messes made by multiple pets. A CleanShot pre-treater can deliver a concentrated stream of cleaning solution right where you need it then express clean mode can dry carpets in about 30 minutes. Oh, and it has a lightweight design and even includes steam-cleaning and upholstery-cleaning features.

Bissell Crosswave Pet Pro Vacuum Cleaner and Mop

The versatility of this machine that vacuums and washes at the same time makes it a no brainer. Not only will it work to pick up both wet and dry messes on your carpets and area rugs, but it can be used on tile, sealed wood floors, laminate, linoleum, vinyl, and more. It has a tangle-free brush roll that minimizes pet hair from getting trapped in the machine while cleaning, a pet hair strainer to separate pet hair and other large debris from liquid to make emptying the tank easier, and has a cleaning formula that will remove tough messes and eliminate odors.

Bissell SpotClean Pet Pro + Pro Pet Formula

One of the best overall cleaners, this Bissell is a powerful cleaner for deep pet stains on a range of surfaces from carpet to auto interiors. It works by combining the action of a strong suction tool and enzymatic cleaner to pull out stains, odors, and dirt. The concentrated cleaner formula works to removes pet stains and odors at the source with the power of Oxy and Debreze freshness. It also cleans and protects from future stains with a Scotchgard protector. Plus, the machine is relatively light at just 13 pounds!

Bissell Little Green Pet Deluxe Portable Carpet Cleaner

Steam out stains anywhere with this portable cleaner. Since you can take it on-the-go, keep it near the door to clean up stains when your pets have, ahem, accidents in the car. It works to remove those tough stains with a strong spray and suction design plus an oxy boost formula. There’s even a specialized stain trapper tool so you can clean accidents without having to wash out your machine tank. Speaking of which, the large tank capacity means you can get more done between refills.

Hoover PowerDash Pet Compact Carpet Cleaner

This compact carpet cleaner is a great bet for small spaces—not to mention small budgets. At just over $100, it offers an effective, efficient clean at an affordable price. You’re not losing any power though! According to the manufacturer, it has two times more cleaning power than the leading lightweight carpet cleaner with a PowerSpin antimicrobial brush roll that provides a deep clean and protects against odors. HeatForce also offers faster drying. Along with the included nozzle cleanout tool and compact design, we’d call that a serious win!

Hoover SmartWash Pet Automatic Carpet Cleaner

Okay, yes, this is on the pricier side, but it’s worth it! It requires practically no effort: Just push forward on the machine to deep clean the carpet, and pull backwards over that same area to dry it. It works by auto-mixing and dispensing carpet solution then delivering powerful extraction and HeatForce for faster drying. The dual tank system keeps water and solution separate from the dirty water tank. It also comes with a pre-treat wand and an antimicrobial scrubbing tool so you can prep deep stains before the machine does the rest of the work.

Rug Doctor Portable Spot Cleaner

With a retractable handle and carpet-friendly wheels, this spot cleaner is a must-have for any puppy owner. It’s easy to use with its lightweight and maneuverable design and cleans up messes quickly and thoroughly. That’s thanks to a dual tank system that keeps clean and dirty water separate, a handheld dual action pet tool with rubberized bristles that removes embedded stains, and two times the suction power compared to competitors.

Black+Decker Spillbuster Carpet Cleaner

When you have kids and pets, you’re constantly reaching to clean up something gross and unidentifiable. Reach for this cleaner instead: It’s made with powerful suction and a wide nozzle to pick up wet or (sorry) chunky messes easily. The powered scrub brush and built-in formula dispenser will help lift even those pesky set-in stains. And when you’re done, an easy-to-clean (and dishwasher safe) collection bowl opens for washing and drying. There’s even a handy battery indicator.

BISSELL Pet Stain Eraser Cordless Portable Carpet Cleaner

This tiny handheld carpet cleaner is mighty for its size. It’s battery-powered and stores the cleaning formula in the tank, so you can bring it just about anywhere to clean. To use, all you have to do is press a button that sprays the cleaning solution, scrub the area with the bulit-in-brush, and let the machine suck up the remaining residue into the dirty water tank. It also come with a trial-size bottle of Professional Spot & Stain + Oxy formula which is made to instantly and permanently remove tough pet stains and odors from carpet and other upholstery.

Bissell Big Green Professional Carpet Cleaner

Most of the carpet cleaners on this list are plenty strong for home use, but owners of extra messy breeds like Newfoundlands or Mastiffs might need to invest in this professional big boy. It’s made with eight rows of extra large bristles for a super-deep clean that loosens and lifts embedded dirt. It’s also got a nine-foot long reach hose and six-inch tough stain tool so you can easily clean tough-to-reach areas. Two large tanks will keep clean and dirty water separate while you work and an adjustable handle will make sure you’re comfortable. Plus, a strong suction decreases drying time.

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