Pet Stain Removal Tips

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Pet Stain Removal Tips

Removing Pet Stains Quickly and Easily

Pet Stains on Carpet.

We all love our pets. For most people, pets, whether dogs, cats, birds and so on, become an important part of the family. Typically, households across the country have more than one pet, with most of those being indoor animals. That means you have pet hair, dander, muddy feet, slobber, and unfortunately, stains caused by urine and feces. Yes, it is nasty and unfortunately, pet stains can turn beautiful carpeting into something not just disgusting, but permanently stained.

As you are about to discover, you can transform your carpet riddled with pet stains into something of which to be proud and not embarrassed. Although there are times when pet stains cannot be removed, most often you have a wide array of options that work incredible well. For carpets, we wanted to provide you with some of the best choices.

The most common mistake people make when removing a pet stain on carpet is to use detergent to clean it up. Soap leaves a residue and is just about impossible to completely remove from carpeting. This residue will attract any dirt it come in contact with in the future, which is why the stain will keep coming back.

Instead, first remove all solids and blot up as much liquid as possible. Use plain water to dilute the stain and blot again with a clean cloth to remove remaining liquid.

If you do not have an enzymatic cleaners made for pet stains, use a mixture of 50/50 water & vinegar in a spray bottle to saturate the area, then blot again with a clean cloth. Vinegar is a natural deodorizer and antibacterial. Remember to avoid scrubbing which can fray carpet fibers. Work from the outside in rather than rubbing back and forth which will spread your problem over a larger area.

Pet Stains- Urine

Of all pet stains, not only is pet urine one of the nastiest but also one of the most difficult to remove. Whether trying to house train a new puppy, dealing with an aging dog, or simply needing to cleanup an occasional accident, start by soaking up as much of the moisture as possible using paper towels or an old but clean rag. Then, mix one cup of vinegar with one cup of warm water. Blot the urine stain with the solution and repeat until the stain has completely transferred to the towel.

When finished, use clean warm water to rinse and blot until almost dry. Next, you can go through the same procedure as above but this time, make a mixture of one cup of white vinegar and two cups warm water.

Pet Stains- Feces

Of all pet stains, feces is probably the worst. However, using the appropriate products and methods, it can come up beautifully. First, use something (spoon, spatula, or pooper-scooper) to gently scoop up as much of the feces as possible. Then, create a mixture of one-cup vinegar and two cups of warm water. Soak the pet stain, allowing it to stand for about five minutes. Using a clean, white rag or paper towels, blot up the moisture. Repeat this process until the stain is completely gone. To remove any remaining odor, sprinkle baking soda on the spot, allow it to dry overnight, and then vacuum in the morning.

The above is the best home remedy for removing feces. However, if the stain is bad and the stain is not coming out, then you might consider using Nature’s Miracle or Bio-Aid, both enzyme-based products available at many retail stores, pet shops, and veterinarians.

Removing Pet Stains from Furniture

Dogs will often jump on furniture, leaving behind dirty paw marks or other stains brought in from the outdoors. To remove mud or dog puke from furniture, simply follow these simply tips.

To get rid of mud, you can apply a small amount of white, foamy shaving cream. Let it sit for one minute and then blot up. Although this works exceptionally well, we do recommend you test a small spot in an inconspicuous spot. Another option is to leave the mud mark overnight, allowing it to dry. Then in the morning, you can simply vacuum it up.

Unfortunately, sometimes dogs get sick and it usually seems to happen on a bed, couch, or carpeting. In this case, start by scooping up as much of the mess as you can. Then, sprinkle salt onto the area and cover with a damp cloth. Leave this alone for about two to three hours and when you remove the cloth, the stain will be gone. This particular pet stain tip works incredible on yellow bile.

OxyClean

This product has been advertised for the past few years and because it works so well, people swear by it. For dog puke on furniture, follow the instructions on the container to make the right mixture. First remove as much of the vomit as possible. Then, using a clean, white cloth, blot the mixture onto the stain, followed by rinsing.

Animals are always going to cause stains, which is simply a part of owning a pet. However, nothing says you have to deal with the pet stains. In addition to home remedies, there are some excellent products on the market. For example, 8-in-1 Complete Pet Stain Remover is an advanced stain and odor remover that contains natural, enzyme cleansers. Then there is Nature’s Miracle, a highly, absorbent sponge-flake like substance that is great for absorbing liquid messes. Finally, X-Tract Stain Remover is great for furniture, carpets, and rugs, a product that works great and is completely, safe.

Obviously, getting rid of the family’s beloved pet is not an option. Therefore, you need to do two things – determine why your pet is having the problem and then find and clean the areas as fast as possible. Sometimes, pets will make a mess in the home because of boredom or illness. Start by having your pet examined by a veterinarian and then perhaps consider a training school.