Abstract: A reel having a relatively large, hollow, winding drum and end flanges large enough to provide adequate capacity for the intended hose is rotably mounted in a frame. There are no swivel joints in the vacuum conduit. The drum has a slot for receiving the hose near one end flange. The slot begins with a portion offset approximately 45 degrees from the drum axis, then curves to a lesser angle. The over all length of the slot is 2 to 4 hose diameters.

Abstract: A pet grooming system consisting of a hidden vacuum cleaner, a wet/dry debris collection means, a long hose, and a specialized grooming brush, and sound absorbing quality of the collection means and the hoses. Cats and dogs can be easily trained to accept brushing with a vacuum hair collection system if it runs silently.