posted Jul 15, 2012, 12:22 PM by Lucky Pawz
Cleaning Dog Stains
If not caught in the act it's best to just
ignore the episode and not reprimand.
Accidents do happen. Even the smartest puppy or the most well-trained adult
dog may have an accident now and then. If not caught in the act it's best to
just ignore the episode and not reprimand. Chances are the dog will not get the
connection between your yelling and the mess in the middle of the living room
carpet. The only constructive thing to be done is ... clean it up.
Clean-up Essentials
- Paper towels
- Spatula or cardboard
- Club soda
- Baking soda or salt
- Hydrogen peroxide (3%)
- Ammonia
- Pet-odor neutralizer (available at pet-supply stores)
- Commercial stain remover designed for pet stains
- Commercial carpet and upholstery cleaner
Stain Cleaning Methods
| Stain |
Cleaning Method |
|
Urine |
Blot up liquid with paper towels. Pour club soda on the area,
then blot it up with paper towels. Next, apply a pet-odor neutralizer, following
the product's directions. If stains remain, use a commercial stain remover
designed for pet stains. |
|
Feces |
Remove solids, then blot up any moisture with paper towels.
Then follow cleaning procedure for urine. |
|
Vomit |
As quickly as possible, scoop up solids and apply baking soda
or salt. When dry, vacuum up the rest. Follow by pouring club soda on the area,
then blotting it up with paper towels. If stains remain, apply a nontoxic
commercial carpet and upholstery cleaner of stain remover designed for pet
stains. |
|
Overturned plant |
Vacuum up soil. For stains, let any remaining moist soil dry
first, then vacuum again. Apply club soda and blot with paper towels. Follow
with a nontoxic commercial carpet and upholstery cleaner or stain
remover. |
|
Other |
For difficult-to-remove matter, follow cleaning procedure for
urine. If stains remain, mix 1/2 cup of 3% hydrogen peroxide with 1 teaspoon of
ammonia and apply solution to stain. Rinse with club soda to remove peroxide and
ammonia residue. | |
|
