Post date: Jul 15, 2012 7:22:36 PM

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Cleaning Dog Stains

If not caught in the act it's best to just ignore the episode and not reprimand.

1. The Aging Dog

2. Bonding with Your Dog

3. Quick Fix Cleaning Tips

4. Dog-proof Your Pad

5. Exercise

6. Feeding and Nutrition

7. Treating Fleas and Ticks

8. Grooming 101

9. Back to Caring Index

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