In addition to food allergies, many children (and adults alike) suffer from seasonal, environmental or pet allergies as well. In order to keep them under control, many parents will invest in air filters for the home and vacuums that are certified allergy and asthma friendly vacuums. Dyson is one of the few vacuums that is certified and stands up to the animal hair challenge while getting down deep in carpeting to get that in-ground dirt.