What Is the Speed Queen Pet Plus™ Feature?
Pet hair is one of the most common laundry frustrations we hear about in Florida households. From dog beds and towels to everyday clothes, pet fur, dander, and odors can cling stubbornly to fabrics — even after a full wash and dry cycle.
The Speed Queen Pet Plus™ feature was designed specifically to solve that problem. Available on select Speed Queen washers and dryers, these enhanced cycles focus on removing embedded pet hair and odors without being overly harsh on fabrics.
Why Speed Queen Created the Pet Plus™ Cycles
Standard laundry cycles often leave pet hair behind, especially on thick fabrics like blankets, towels, and pet bedding. With a large percentage of U.S. households owning pets, Speed Queen identified a clear need for a more effective solution.
In fact, internal research showed that many pet owners judge laundry cleanliness by how much hair remains after washing. Even Speed Queen employees who owned pets pushed for a better-performing option, which led directly to the development of the Pet Plus™ feature.
Do Pet Plus™ Cycles Actually Work?
Yes — and not just in controlled lab settings.
Speed Queen tested the Pet Plus™ feature in demanding real-world environments, including animal shelters, service dog facilities, and large-breed rescue organizations where heavy shedding is unavoidable. These tests demonstrated noticeably cleaner fabrics, fewer lingering odors, and significantly reduced pet hair left behind.
If the Pet Plus™ cycles can handle laundry from high-shedding rescue environments, they’re more than capable of handling everyday household pet laundry.
Why Pet Laundry Is Harder Than Regular Laundry
Pet hair behaves differently than lint or dirt. It clings to fabric fibers, traps odors, and can survive standard wash and rinse cycles. In Florida, humidity can make this even worse by helping hair stick more tightly to clothing and bedding.
The Pet Plus™ cycles are designed to manage:
- Heavy, hair-covered loads
- Thick fabrics like blankets and pet beds
- Odors and allergens associated with pets
How the Speed Queen Pet Plus™ Feature Works
The Pet Plus™ feature enhances standard laundry performance through three targeted improvements:
- High-Strength Wash Action – Extended agitation and rinse sequences help loosen and flush out embedded pet hair.
- Additional Rinses and Optimized Heat – Improved water flow and temperature management help neutralize odors and allergens.
- Pet Plus™ Dryer Option – Specialized drum motion lifts pet hair and directs it into the lint screen for easier removal.
Together, these upgrades deliver a deeper, more effective clean than standard cycles alone.
Seeing Pet Plus™ in Person in Citrus County
If you’re curious whether the Pet Plus™ feature makes sense for your household, seeing it in person can help.
At Beacon Services & Appliances in Beverly Hills, you can:
- View Speed Queen washers and dryers equipped with Pet Plus™
- Compare capacities, features, and model options
- Get straightforward guidance from our friendly technicians in yellow