- Until "Spot" is ready to do his business outside all of the time, have an action plan in place to keep carpets clean.dogs in the grass image by Lars Christensen from Fotolia.com
Pets are magnificent additions to any family, but like any family member, sometimes they can make a bit of a mess. When this mess is on the carpet, though, react quickly so it doesn't set and make things worse over time. You don't have to purchase expensive stain removal chemicals and equipment to keep your carpets looking clean and smelling fresh. Several regular household items help to conquer pet stains and odors on your carpet. - One of the most important things to do if your pet has recently urinated on your carpet is to blot, not rub, the area completely with rags or paper towels. Place several paper towels directly on top of the soiled area, and step on them repeatedly, letting the toweling absorb all of the urine. If you get to it quickly, this may be the only step you need to take. Flush the area with water several times, and blot after each time, which is the best way to ensure you have removed all the urine.
- Remove urine that has dried or set in a carpet by pouring hydrogen peroxide directly on the area. A cup or two of peroxide should work, depending on the size of the stain. The peroxide loosens the stain from the carpet fibers and neutralizes the smell. Blot the peroxide up after several minutes, and scrub the area with dish soap and hot water. Rinse the area with hot water, and blot up until most of the water is gone. If the area still smells, repeat the process. Adding lemon juice to the rinse water also helps with the odor.
- A solution of half vinegar and half water neutralizes the ammonia in the urine and rinses the stain from the carpet. If the fibers of the carpet are long, work the vinegar solution in with a scrub brush. Let it sit for several minutes before blotting up. Rinse again with plain hot water and blot. The smell of the vinegar subsides within an hour or two.
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