Carpet Shampooer For Pets

P ets are great companions and it is always nice to have a furry friend around you, but every pet owner knows that things can get messy when fur, paw stains and outdoor dirt get tossed inside the carpets. Moreover, if your pet friend is a bird, you will find yourself often in the position of cleaning bird food leftovers from your couch, carpets, and chairs

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Sometimes, this dirt proves extremely difficult to remove and a simple vacuum cleaner may not solve your problem. If you are tired of scrubbing couch covers and washing massive carpets that take days to dry, let us introduce to you carpet shampooers. These excellent pieces of machinery will surprise you with their power and multiple cleaning accessories.

To find out more details and see which are the most trending models today, take a look at this well-documented article and choose between 10 of the best offers from the market.

Top 11 Carpet Shampooers for Pets Compared

Photo	Product Name	Dimensions (in.)	Suction Power (amp.)	Power Cord Length (ft.)	Hose Length (ft.)	Tank Size (gal.)	Price
Best Overall	1. Bissell 86T3	20.5 x 11 x 42.2	12	25	9	1.75	Check Price
Editor’s Choice	2. Hoover FH52000	18.9 x 13 x 43.5	10	22	8	1	Check Price
Best Carpet Shampooer for Pet Urine and Odors	3. BISSELLProHeat 2X 1986	15 x 12.5 x 43.5	6.8	25	11	1	Check Price
Best Carpet Shampooer for the Money	4. Hoover PowerDash Pet Carpet Cleaner	15.2 x 10.1 x 43.5	7	20	N/A	0.5	Check Price
	5. Bissell 3624	10 x 14 x 14	5.7	22	0.42	3/4	Check Price
	6. McCulloch MC1275	20.1 x 13 x 12.6	15	15.7	9	0.38	Check Price
Best Carpet Shampooer for Pet Stains	7. Rug Doctor 93146	22.8 x 14.2 x 28	11	22	0.65	1.5	Check Price
	8. Hoover FH50150	21.2 x 14.2 x 22.9	10	20	8	1	Check Price
	9. Bissell 33N8A	16.9 x 9.1 x 12.5	3	16	0.41	0.25	Check Price
	10. McCulloch MC1375	15.6 x 12.1 x 10.5	12.5	18	10	0.38	Check Price
	11. Bissell Multi-Purpose Cleaner	N/A	3	15	4	0.38	Check Price

1. Bissell 86T3

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There’s nothing worse than the smell and stains left by pet urine and vomit. Cleaning such a mess could take hours and, if it’s not done properly, your house can easily turn into an unwelcoming, smelly habitat. Bissell 86T3 has been specially designed to deal with this kind of situations. Featuring two large tanks, one for clean water and the second to collect the water mixed with dirt and cleaning solution, it doesn’t only vacuum your carpets, but provides thorough deep cleaning.

Extra powerful suction

Equipped with a powerful engine, it is highly efficient in removing persistent stains and odors. 12 amps. are more than sufficient not only for dirt brought inside by your pet’s paws but for stains caused by liquids like urine, coffee, and wine, that penetrate the structure of the carpet and are difficult to wash out. Moreover, it comes with an extra-large power brush that will give your carpet a rigorous scrub and help loosen and remove dirt. All you need to do is add water and cleaning solution in the clean water tank and it will proceed to spray it around. After the cleaning, it will collect the dirt along with the extra water and solution back into its dirty water tank. Bissell promises the best results when using its pretreat formula, and it even includes a sample to let you get a taste of this product.

Adjustable and easy to use

It includes an extra-long power cord of 25 feet that allows you to reach all corners in your rooms. Moreover, its 9 feet long hose provides accessibility to narrower spaces and enhances the quality of the cleaning. A big plus is the included tough stain tool that turns it from a simple household appliance into a piece of professional machinery. You can use this utensil for soft fabrics like upholstery, or to clean stubborn marks from your stairs.

Another great feature is its ability to cleaning both on forward and backward pass, thus ensuring a faster drying and saving you time. With this strong machine, your carpets will feel soft and clean and even the air in your house will be improved. Its powerful brush penetrates the surface layer and gets deeper where the smelly things are.

Built of high-quality materials

A lot of engineering has been put into this product and it was built not to break easily. Made only of resistant materials, it is guaranteed to last for a very long time. Furthermore, if any manufacturing defects arise, you can use your 5-year warranty to get them fixed without spending any extra money.

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2. Hoover FH52000

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Sometimes you need to take a break from thinking and let your appliances do it for you. Hoover FH52000 will surprise you with many smart functions, but most important is the ability of automatically switching between cleaning and drying whenever the direction of pushing is changed. This way, you will get deep, professional dirt and stain removal by pushing it forwards, and fast-drying by moving it backward. Furthermore, it features an auto mix function that blends the solution with water in perfect amounts and disperses the mixture evenly.

Thanks to its efficient brushes that scrub hardened dirt and help eliminate vomit stains from your pets, your carpets will be cleaned not only at the surface, but deep into their structure where the old bad smells reside. The brushes are covered by a detachable nozzle that makes cleaning them more accessible. Moreover, its design features a low profile foot that allows you to reach difficult places like the spots under your couch, bed, armchairs or coffee table.

An extra benefit for pet owners is the included antimicrobial pet tool that can be used for paw stains or dirt brought inside by pets and will keep the interior of this unit clean of germs and bacteria. Besides, the 8 feet long hose extends its usability and ensures proper cleaning even in places that are harder to reach.

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3. BISSELLProHeat 2X 1986

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Specially designed to deal with pet hair and urine, this cleaner is equipped with large water reservoirs and comes with one of the most efficient brush systems, combining dual DirtLifter power brushes with Heatwave technology to deliver not only impeccable carpets but dry surfaces in less than 30 minutes.

High-Quality Accessories

It features an 11 inches cleaning path and comes with a 6.8 amperes motor, therefore it can handle medium-sized surfaces pretty fast. The 25-foot power cord offers excellent freedom of movement, while the 1-gallon clean water tank doesn’t need to be often refilled. Nevertheless, the accessories are the ones that make the difference, as the stains and hair left by pets cannot be easily cleaned with a regular vacuum cleaner.
This package includes:

• Professional Pet Urine Removal Formula – A trial size sample is included
• Antibacterial Carpet Formula – Sanitizes the carpets, destroying microorganisms
• Scotchgard Carpet Protection – Applied after cleaning, maintains the carpets clean for longer
• 2-in-1 Pet Upholstery Tool – Can be used both in the dray and the wet mode for stains, odor, and pet hair removal
• 3” Tough Stain Tool – Designed to cover spot cleaning

For convenience purposes, it comes with a low profile foot that allows it to reach under furniture and a removable brush roll cover so you can access the brush with ease in order to maintain it clean. Besides that, perfect cleaning is ensured by the CleanShot pretreater, which targets stains and spots and squirts water and cleaning formula directly on them.

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4. Hoover PowerDash Pet Carpet Cleaner

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Deep cleaning can also be performed by not so heavy shampooers. This model from Hoover proves it well, as it can deliver crisp, sparkling carpets without causing you to pull a muscle. Featuring HeatForce technology, it also dries the cleaned surfaces and it does it fast, so you won’t have to wait extra-time before stepping on them.

Provided with a PowerSpin pet brush roll that doesn’t allow germs and bacteria to deposit on its interior walls while performing in-depth cleaning of dirt, vomit or animal urine, you won’t have to worry about it becoming a microbial bomb over time.

It is one of the most powerful shampooers of its class, namely it features twice more cleaning power than other similar lightweight products and it will do a great job in high circulated areas. However, you should only use it for small places, where its efficiency is highlighted.

You will be pleased to find out that the package includes a 50 oz bottle of cleaning solution that can be used on carpets, car interiors and upholstery. In addition, it works on oxy technology to ensure permanent removal of stains produced by pet vomit and other persistent liquids like pasta sauce, red wine or coffee.

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5. Bissell 3624

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Some areas are harder to clean with an upright shampooer, and here we are talking about stairs, car interiors or area rugs. For smaller houses, a portable model may prove more effective than a classic one, as this can provide optimal cleaning in places that are harder to reach. Powerful and effective, Bissell 3624 can work miracles when it comes to removing deep persistent stains. Its long 22-foot cord allows you to cover all the corners, while the 5-inch hose enhances the access to narrow spaces.

It includes a 6” stair tool and a 3” tough stain tool that provide professional results when used on stairs, large furniture or upholstery. Moreover, you will get an 8 oz trial cleaning solution, that was specially designed to trigger and remove stubborn stains like those produced by pet vomit or urine, and a 3/4-gallon water tank that allows you to do some thorough carpet washing before requiring a refill.

You will find this shampooer very practical for car cleaning and, due to its reduced dimensions, you won’t have any problems carrying it to your garage. With Bissell 3624 your car chairs will look like new and any odors your pets might have left behind will be neutralized.

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6. McCulloch MC1275

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Most cleaning solutions include chemicals that may prove harmful to the environment or even to family members who suffer from allergies. McCulloch MC1275 offers a great alternative to chemical cleaning by using only water in vapor form to remove grease, stains, dirt and other spots that are hard to wash out. It takes it only 8 minutes to boil the water in its tank to a temperature of 200 degrees Fahrenheit, thus turning it into powerful steams. With a steam trigger included that allows you to decide when steaming is needed and heating power of 1500 W, it can be used continually for 45 minutes.

Furthermore, it comes with 18 accessories that will make your life easier and provide proper cleaning for every corner of your house. You can use the floor mop to steam any sealed floor surfaces like tile, wood or laminate. With a steam pressure of 43 psi, it will eliminate any bothering spot left by wine, grease, urine, mold, and many others. Due to its powerful engine and cleaning effectiveness, it can be used in garages or kitchens.

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7. Rug Doctor 93146

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Dreaming of soft, plushy carpets that feel like clouds under your feet? What about that fresh smell of cleanness that rises from your upholstery after a thorough cleaning? Rug Doctor 93146 is here to solve any problem you may have with difficult stains or odors that arise from your carpets. Its dual cross action brushes rotate and rub, thus removing dirt caught inside carpet fibers. Provided with a powerful suction that is 75% more efficient than that of similar shampooers, it doesn’t only ensure professional results but reduces drying time. Furthermore, thanks to its Super Boost function, it works great on heavily trafficked areas and soiled spots. Plus, it eliminates old stains that are usually impossible to wash out.

Awarded by Carpet+Rug Institute with Gold for Best in class cleaning performance, this shampooer is one of your best options for hard-to-remove stains and smells like those produced by pet vomit and urine.

It includes an upholstery tool and a removable tool caddy that allow you to reach narrow places such as stairs, couches, armchairs or even car interiors. In addition, the tanks are provided with large openings that make its cleaning easy and efficient.

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8. Hoover FH50150

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This unit applies forced heated air to the stained areas, thus intensifying the cleaning process and diminishing the drying time. It is perfect for large rooms, as its vertical position allows extended cleaning periods without provoking back or knee pains. Furthermore, it features a long 20-foot power cord that allows you to clean multiple rooms without having to plug it in and out every time.

Equipped with a Dual V nozzle that provides uniform cleaning, and a smart mixing function that creates the perfect blend between water and cleaning solution, you won’t have to worry about spots remaining uncleaned. Besides, it comes with two practical accessories, an upholstery tool and an 8-inch hose that allow access to stairs, furniture, and other hard-to-reach places. The water/solution trigger can be used whenever a stubborn stain requires extra attention.

Moreover, it features a tool for cracks and the delivery package also includes a sample bottle of cleaning solution which is recommended for best results. Combined with its efficient brushes and the power heating technology, this solution helps to eliminate paw prints, dirt, urine, vomit, red wine, ketchup, and other hard-to-remove stains.

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9. Bissell 33N8A

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The only thing that’s better than a portable carpet shampooer, is a walk-away shampooer. Featuring specialized cleaning cycles, Bissell 33N8A allows you to set the right program and go do other things while it performs its magic. Featuring a brush that rotates over 400 times per hour, it can reach profound stains that a regular brush and cleaning solution are unable to remove. The DeepReach technology sprays the formula deep into the carpet’s structure where it acts as a solvent for hardened dirt. Moreover, the cleaning products from Bissell are designed to target pet stains and soils and include oxy boost formula that guarantees permanent removal of urine, blood, vomit, and odors. The mix is so strong that it even gets you rid of skunk smells.

This hand-free machine allows you to carry on with your cooking, cleaning or other chores, while it sits on your troubling spot and performs its best. All you need to de is fill it with water and cleaning solution, set it on the stain, and choose one of its two cleaning cycles. When the job is done, it can be easily cleaned and stored, thus saving you of too much bother.

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10. McCulloch MC1375

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This model can be used not only for house cleaning but for exterior furniture, garages, barbecues and other surfaces on which thick layers of dirt and grease tend to deposit. Moreover, McCulloch MC1375 is not only incredibly powerful and efficient, but it doesn’t require any supplementary substance to do its job. Ordinary water that is boiled until it turns into steams is its secret and it provides better results than many of its competitors.

Equipped with a large 48 oz water tank, it takes it no more than 12 minutes to boil the water for 90 minutes of continual use. It features a suction power of 12.5 amp so you can use it for heavy trafficked areas where dirt tends to stick to the surfaces turning into difficult-to-remove stains. Moreover, if you are struggling with mold growth, this is a great tool to sanitize your house.

It includes 20 useful accessories such as microfiber and scrubbing mop pads, a triangle brush, a large brush or a 3” scraper. This way you can make sure no space in your house remains uncleaned and all pet odors are neutralized.

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11. Bissell Multi-Purpose Cleaner

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This model can thoroughly clean small to medium surfaces and remove deep stains without the noise that usually accompanies professional shampooers. With a compact design, it is perfect for narrow areas like stairs, upholstery and car interiors. Moreover, it includes a tough-stain brush that can be attached whenever a vomit or dirt stain refuses to wash out.

It features a 48-foot dirty water tank that allows long usages between refills and it uses a suction power of 3 amps. For effective absorption of liquids and dirt. Plus, you will find in your package a 60 oz bottle of cleaning solution, which is recommended by Bissell for best results. It will enhance the cleaning quality by neutralizing odors produced by pet urine or vomit and add a fresh, spring scent to your room.

With a weight of only 3.2 pounds, it can be easily carried and stored. You can use it in your car to add it a new refreshing look or for unaesthetic stains that spoil the beauty of your armchairs or other furniture.

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Conclusion

If you have to choose between renting a professional carpet shampooer and buying one for your house, the last option will prove better in the long run. Especially if you are a pet owner, you might have already found out how expensive can get to keep your carpets clean of mud, paw dirt, urine, and vomit.

While all of the products included in our top can handle these tasks with the utmost efficiency, some of them excel in solving specific problems. Furthermore, the budget is important as well. So, if you haven’t decided yet for a model, we suggest you take a second look at the following products:

Best Overall: Bissell 86T3

This heavy-duty machine is equipped with a 12 amperes motor and a powerful brush system that can handle all types of pet mess, including urine and persistent odors. It can be used both on forward and backward pass, therefore the cleaning time is reduced. Moreover, it includes 2 large tanks, one for clear water and the other for dirty water, so you won’t have to do often refills.
When it comes to accessories, Bissell is usually generous, and this model isn’t an exception. The package includes a 6-inch tough stain tool and a sample of Bissell’s professional formula. Additionally, the cleaner features a long 25-foot cord and a 9-foot hose that increase the freedom of movement.

Editor’s Choice: Hoover FH52000

The most attractive feature at this cleaner is its ability to clean and dry at the same time. This is called automatic cleaning technology and means that you can move the vacuum forwards for carpet cleaning and backward for drying them. The Flexforce brushes are designed to thoroughly scrub the floor and carpets and remove deep dirt, urine, and vomit stains.
Furthermore, it automatically mixes water with detergent, so you won’t have to worry about finding the perfect combination. And, since we are talking about automatic functions, we should mention one more: the auto clean motion-sensing function, which can determine where the stains are and insist on those specific spots.

Best Carpet Shampooer for the Money: Hoover PowerDash Pet Carpet Cleaner

Medium priced but highly competitive when it comes to performance, this cleaner is one of the buyers’ favorites. Most of them prefer it because it is lightweight and comes with a less-bulky design. The low-profile foot eases the access under furniture for a more thorough cleaning, while the PowerSpin brush is specially designed to gather pet hair and scrub out deep stains. Plus, everything will dry immediately due to the Heat Force Power function.

Best Carpet Shampooer for Pet Urine and Odors: BISSELLProHeat 2X 1986

Urine is known for leaving not only unaesthetic stains that are difficult to remove but a heavy, persistent odor that sometimes lingers in the room for days. Luckily, BISSELLProHeat 2X has the perfect tools to fight them: a highly-efficient brush system and a wide variety of cleaning substances, designed to cover every pet problem.
Furthermore, if the brushes can’t do the job, you can always use the included pet upholstery tool to remove stubborn stains. The built-in pretreater will help you target the spots, projecting antibacterial formula on them to destroy the microorganisms that are responsible for odors.

Best Carpet Shampooer for Pet Stains: Rug Doctor 93146

It is the home variant of a professional cleaner, as it offers both professional-grade deep cleaning and fast drying. It was rated Gold by Carpet + Rug Institute for its performance and gentleness in treating the carpets. Among its accessories, you will find an upholstery tool and a removable tool caddy, designed to treat stains, even if they are older. Furthermore, the Super Boost mode was designed for high trafficked areas and heavily soiled surfaces, therefore it will successfully clean coffee, wine, juice, and pet stains.