I researched Dyson vacuums last year.  I did not like what I read as they seemed to break a lot.  I know someone who has the Animal, and she loves it.  You could not pay me to buy one, but then again, I am sold on Aerus/Electrolux.  I have two canister vacs, an Epic 8000 and an Epic 6500, both purchased lightly used from Vac dealers.  I love them!  One for each floor of my home, and they are used a lot since I have a Lab and cats who shed a lot.
                 Kim K.
                
 March 2005