Of course, after we buy one already, I get an email from Amazon telling me about the great sale they're having!  It's not the Animal vac (the only difference between the Animal and this one is the color and an attachment, or so I understand) but should still be awesome.  It's on sale on Amazon for $320!  You don't even need to pay shipping if you have a Prime account.   Just thought I'd let you all know!  Happy shopping!

A link to the product with the sale price