You love your dog, but every now and then it is inevitable that he gets dirty in the house. Dry urine gives off a strong ammonia odor that is often difficult to get rid of. Acting promptly, eliminating older stains and above all preventing accidents, are all actions that allow you to get rid of dog odors and bring a fresh, clean scent back into the house.
Steps
Method 1 of 4: Treating Fresh Urine
Step 1. Blot immediately
If you see your dog urinating in the house or find a fresh urine stain, immediately blot with a clean towel. In this way, you will absorb it as much as possible, reducing the risk of it penetrating into the carpet or upholstery fibers.
Step 2. Use water and a few drops of detergent to clean the wet area
Take a bowl of warm water and pour a few drops of mild detergent inside. Use a clean cloth to remove fresh urine with soapy water and blot the area with a dry cloth. You can repeat the operation until all the tracks disappear.
Step 3. Spread the baking soda
Sprinkle the wet area with a few tablespoons of baking soda, which has a natural deodorizing action. Pour it evenly. Be careful not to use more than 120g, otherwise too much will be more difficult to remove. Let it sit on the spot where the urine is all night.
Step 4. Vacuum the baking soda
If your dog has urinated on the carpet, vacuum the next morning to get rid of the baking soda. Wipe it over the affected area as long as necessary to get rid of all the dust and keep the surface clean to the touch. If your dog has urinated on a mattress or other cushioned surface, use a hand-held vacuum cleaner to remove it.
Method 2 of 4: Remove Odor from Carpets and Fabrics
Step 1. Use water to dilute the stained area
If the urine has been on for a long time and it smells strongly, you will need to dilute the stain first. Take a bowl of warm water and use two clean towels in turn to moisten and blot the tracks. Repeat this several times until the bad smell has disappeared.
- For this task you should wear a pair of rubber gloves;
- Towels may start to smell bad. As unpleasant as it is, you cannot do without it, because it means that you are removing the foul-smelling substances from the area soiled by the dog. Alternate them and continue to dilute the stain as much as possible.
Step 2. Use a biological enzymatic cleaner that neutralizes bad odors
After diluting the stain as much as possible, use an enzyme neutralizer. It breaks down the protein molecules contained in the urine which are at the origin of the annoying odor. After testing a hidden area to make sure it does not bleed carpets and upholstery, spray it thoroughly and let it sit for 5-10 minutes. Then blot the area with a clean cloth.
Step 3. Wash or replace anything that has absorbed the urine odor
If it persists even after using the enzymatic neutralizer, remove the linings from soiled items and wash them in the washing machine with cold water. Air dry them to prevent them from shrinking in the dryer.
If your dog has urinated on a rug, consider replacing the rug. it may contain synthetic materials from which it is more difficult to eliminate bad smells
Method 3 of 4: Remove the Odor from the Parquet
Step 1. Use a solution of equal parts water and white vinegar
It is not easy to get rid of unpleasant odors trapped in parquet floors, but fortunately the wood tolerates the most powerful cleaning agents well. Make a 50% white vinegar and 50% water solution. Rub it vigorously into the urine stain with a soft sponge. Let it sit for 5-10 minutes. Then pass a clean, dry towel.
After applying the vinegar-based solution, you can also distribute a few tablespoons of baking soda on the affected area for an even more cleaning effect. Aspirate it once you've left it on for a few hours or overnight
Step 2. Try a hydrogen peroxide compress
Dip a small or medium-sized clean towel in 3% hydrogen peroxide until it soaks, but does not drip. If necessary, squeeze it and place it on the urine-stained area. Leave it on for 2-3 hours so that it has time to deodorize the affected area.
If the floor is still wet when you remove the hydrogen peroxide compress, blot the spot with a clean cloth
Step 3. Sand the wood and finish it
If the smell hasn't gone away, try sanding the parquet. Don't take this decision lightly as the job is expensive and time-consuming, but it may be your best bet for removing floor odors. The sanding will remove the top layer of the wood and effectively eliminate the most persistent odors because it will reduce the surface level where they have taken root. Contact a professional to ask for a quote and get the job done without the risk of damaging the floor.
It is easier to sand rough wood (a table, for example), but it can also be done on parquet indoors. A professional will be able to finish it properly and restore it to its old glory
Method 4 of 4: Prevention
Step 1. Walk your dog more frequently
If she doesn't walk often enough, she may feel the need to go around the house. So, make sure you take him out at least four times a day and even more frequently if he is very old, small or infirm. If necessary, hire a dog sitter to come pick him up and allow him to meet his needs.
Step 2. Ask a dog trainer to educate him about his needs
Some dogs have never learned to urinate where it is allowed because they were never trained when they were puppies or because they have been mistreated. In these cases, especially if you know your pooch's past, see a trainer. She could educate him in the home and solve his behavioral problems.
In addition, he may find out if urination in the home is due to a behavioral disorder, such as separation anxiety
Step 3. Take him to the vet to diagnose any underlying health problems
If his urinary problems continue despite frequent walks and trainer's intervention, it may be time to take him to the vet. Certain conditions, such as complications from castration or urinary tract infections, can cause him to empty his bladder more often, even when he's at home.
Note where in the home he usually goes, how often and when his problems started so you can report them to your vet
Step 4. Use repellent as needed
Some repellent products, such as Bayer's Pet Conditioner, can discourage your dog from urinating in the home. Try one to make sure it doesn't bleed away from the materials you apply it to, then spray it thoroughly on the area your dog usually urinates.
