I was also gifted a Dyson and it works fine, though fur does accumulate in the beater bar head, and I wouldn't pay over $150 for it so if considering a Dyson, I'd look for a refurb. Since the use is only fur and hardwood floors, I'd avoid one with a beater bar since that's really only useful on carpet. I do use mine on carpet and it's not as deep cleaning as my ancient all metal tank of a vac, a Royal (similar to Kirby), but good enough for quick cleaning and a lot quieter.
Dog fur on furniture, I'd get a 2nd, hand held vac not a stick, from whatever brand of cordless tools you already have, if an option and that brand's vac isn't junk.