How to clean dog pee on rug

Do you have a pet dog or cat in your house? If so, then you surely know about the small ‘accidents’ that your pet occasionally causes in the home. Yes, we have all experienced a pet dog or cat peeing on a favorite rug. Because the rug fibers will absorb liquids, it is important to remove the urine as soon as possible. Untreated, pet urine stains your rugs; and it leads to a strong, pungent smell. If you can’t fully remove the urine yourself, and if the odor and staining on the rug are extensive, hire a professional rug cleaning service to solve the problem. Companies that perform rug repair often also offer rug cleaning services. There are many DIY remedies to the problem. However, one must act quickly to achieve the best results.

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Removing Dog or Pet Urine Stains

It is important to remove the urineas quickly as possible to preserve your rug. Hopefully, you have found the urine while it is still wet. When the urine dries, the uric acid will leave a stain. Also, the further the urine seeps into the layers of the rug the harder it will be to remove it. Additionally, bacterial growth is more likely when urine dries in the rug.

To remove the urine while it is still wet, blot with paper towels to remove as much liquid as possible. You can also use old newspapers to absorb the urine. Press the papers into the rug for better absorption.

Neutralizing Pet Urine Odor

Pet urine can result in challenges beyond stains. It can also leave an undesired odor for quite some time. Removing the urine quickly will reduce the chance of a lingering smell. Here are some tips to help control and neutralize pet urine odors::

Soak Up the Urine As Soon As Possible–The first step towards neutralizing pet urine odor is soaking up the urine from the rug while it is still wet. As prescribed above, blot or dab the puddle of urine using paper towels or similar absorbent items. Refrain from rubbing, which can spread urine to other parts of the rug. Exert direct pressure on the paper towels to blot the rug as dry as possible. Dispose of the paper towels immediately to do away with the smell.
Vinegar Cleaning Solution–Add one part white vinegar to one part water. Urine smells like ammonia, and this is neutralized with white vinegar. After blotting the area dry, pour the vinegar solution on the affected area, and let the solution soak for 10 minutes to reach the deepest fibers in the rug. Use paper towels to blot and dry the vinegar solution. It may be necessary to elevate the rug to aid drying and prevent moisture damage.
Baking Soda–Once dry, sprinkle a very little amount of baking soda on the affected area to absorb the pungent odor. The remaining odor will dissipate after vacuuming the rug.

If you are still struggling with stains or odors in your rug, contact S&S Rug Cleaners at (404) 355-2126 for all your rug repair needs and rug cleaning services.

Accidents happen, especially if you have a new puppy who you’re just getting house trained. As much as puppies are cute, they can cause absolute destruction to your home and with rugs placed on the floor there’s a risk that they end up using one of them as their doggy toilet. This is a big issue when it comes the the odour which can be left, and the bacteria which can grow on the rug can mean that it will be irreparable. Unfortunately, this also means that there is no quick solution to removing this type of stain so you need to get straight to work on an immediate clean-up.

Soak up the Liquid

As soon as you spot the stain, you need to use a paper towel or cloth to absorb as much as possible. It’s best to use something like a paper towel when you can use a high volume of it and dispose of it, rather than something super absorbent like a towel. Hopefully you can get this process done before there is too big a risk of bacteria growing into the rug.

Following the removal of the liquid, there are two solutions to soak and scrub the rug with in order to fully clean it, but remember there are different cleaning techniques for each material.

Start with Vinegar

Begin by mixing white vinegar and warm water in a bowl, these should be mixed about half and half so it will smell relatively strong. Vinegar is great for cleaning up a urine stain from a dog because it works to neutralise the ammonia which is present. The next step is to soak the stain fully with the vinegar solution.

Let the solution absorb slightly and then use a scrubbing brush on the rug to really work the solution into the stain. Scrub vigorously for at least a few minutes to cover the entire stain. When you’re finished, use paper towels to blot the area firmly, try to soak up as much of the vinegar as possible and then leave to dry.

Baking Soda and Hydrogen Peroxide

Once the stained area has dried, sprinkle a layer of baking soda over the top of it. Then you need to take a mix of 3% hydrogen peroxide with a teaspoon of washing up liquid, stir together thoroughly and apply the solution to the stain. Repeat the scrubbing process, by using the brush in a circular motion to thoroughly scrub every part of the stain and move the rug’s pile around enough to get every aspect. Remember to be careful with how long you leave the hydrogen peroxide on for as it can bleach dark colours, like black rugs and brown rugs.

Once you’re done rinse the area with cool water and allow to dry, then give the area a final vacuum to return the rug to its original state. Once the rug is all better, it’s time to focus your attention on that house training to ensure you don’t spend all your time scrubbing up these sorts of stains.

Disclaimer: Although these tips are tried and tested, they may not remove every stain from every rug and carpet. If you are in any doubt then call up a professional carpet cleaner for advice. Rugs Direct takes no responsiibility for trying any of our ideas

What kills the smell of dog urine?

Baking soda naturally neutralizes odors. Sprinkle it liberally on the damp area or even an old urine stain, and work the powder gently into the fibers of any fabric, rug or carpet. Let the baking soda sit overnight for maximum odor absorption, then vacuum it up to remove the smell completely.

Does dog pee come out of rugs?

Apply and Vacuum Up Baking Soda To use baking soda to get the dog pee smell out of a rug, sprinkle a generous amount onto the area and allow it to sit for several minutes. Vacuum up the baking soda and the odors it absorbed.

Does dog pee permanently ruin carpet?

The warm acid state of the urine offers a perfect breeding ground for bacteria, which begin to flourish almost immediately. In this original acid state the urine begins to oxidize and react with the carpet to create a color change, which will become permanent if the urine is not removed immediately.