Question 1

I've decided to purchase a Miele Cat and Dog vacuum, but is it really worth the extra $400 just to get the canister model?

Accepted Answer

I had same question, but I bought it and I'm happy. The number one thing l hate about housekeeping is hauling around a vacuum. It tires me out more than any other thing. This is the first one that really zips around without getting hung up on everything. You hardly notice it's there. The cleaning performance is exceptional and it's built like a tank. I love it.

Question 2

What is it about this vacuum that justifies the cost?

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I am from Germany and my parents had one Miele vacuum growing up, for about 15 years, before they went for an upgrade.  They are very powerful and high quality. They are mostly still made in Germany, which is known for its high quality products, one reason being due to the organisation Stiftung Warentest (foundation product test). Stiftung Warentest plays an important role in two main areas. On the one hand it has the task of comparing objective aspects such as usefulness, functionality and environmental impact, and on the other hand it has the mission of educating consumers so they can learn how to make best use of the income available to them and behave in a health promoting and environmentally aware way. Due to its very well known and established reputation as an independent and reliable organization, the foundation has a considerable influence on the buying behavior of consumers.
Hence,  companies try to make top quality products, one of them being the well known brand Miele. It's probably the top rated vaccuum in Germany. 
It is pricey,  probably 2 to 3 times more than in Germany, I guess because it is being imported...
With that being said,  in my opinion no American brand compares to the performance of a Miele vaccuum. 
My sister-in- law has a Dyson and although it is powerful, she has already had to replace it 2 times in the last 5 years!!! And they aren't cheap either. So in the long run the Miele is worth the cost!

Question 3

What is the difference between the c3 miele complete marin canister vacuum and the complete c3 cat and dog canister?

Accepted Answer

The Cat & Dog also comes with a turbo brush that is meant for stairs.. The best thing to do is you tube your question.

Question 4

Where do I find the bag replacements?

Accepted Answer

Use Type G/N Airclean dustbags for the Marin (the blue color tab).

ASIN	B00R43I4EU
Best Sellers Rank	#157,198 in Home & Kitchen ( See Top 100 in Home & Kitchen ) #38 in Canister Vacuum Cleaners
Brand Name	Miele
Capacity	4.5 liters
Color	In Marine Blue
Control Method	Touch
Controller Type	Push Button
Customer Reviews	4.0 4.0 out of 5 stars (706)
Filter Type	HEPA Filter
Finish Types	Glossy
Form Factor	Cannister
Global Trade Identification Number	04002515536476
Included Components	Dusting Brush, Upholstery Tool, Crevice Nozzle
Indoor Outdoor Usage	Indoor
Item Dimensions L x W x H	19.52"L x 11.18"W x 8.94"H
Item Type Name	Suitable for Carpets and Hard Floors
Item Weight	19.4 pounds
Manufacturer	Miele
Manufacturer Warranty Description	3 year limited warranty.
Maximum Suction	135 inches
Model Name	Complete C3 Marin Bagged Canister Vacuum Cleaner with Electrobrush Floorhead
Model Number	COMPLETE C3 MARIN
Noise Level	60 db
Number of Handles	2
Number of Items	1
Number of Power Levels	2
Number of Speeds	2
Other Special Features of the Product	HEPA Airclean Filter
Power Source	Corded Electric
Recommended Uses For Product	carpeting, bar floors, walls, upholstery pet fur, cat dog fur. pet owners
Series Number	3
Style Name	Marin
Surface Recommendation	All floors, ceilings, walls, and upholstery.
UPC	826720211768 826708606975
Unit Count	1 Count
Voltage	110 volts
Wattage	1200 watts

Miele Complete C3 Marin Bagged Canister Vacuum Cleaner with Electrobrush Floorhead, Suitable for Carpets and Hard Floors, in Marine Blue

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