[header] How to teach your pet not to be scared of the vacuum cleaner [title] Store the vacuum in an open area. [step] When the vacuum cleaner is not in use, place it where your pet can easily see it. Being around the vacuum while it is not making noise should help your pet view the cleaner as something other than a threat. 
[title] Keep the vacuum low to the ground. [step] Make sure the vacuum is as close to the ground as possible.