How to Remove Cat Urine From Clothes & Washing Machine

It is not uncommon for cat owners to experience cat urine outside of the litter box. Many reasons exist as to why a cat chooses not to use the litter box. Stress, anxiety and even a dirty litter box may cause your cat to urinate on carpets, furniture and clothing. It is important to remove all traces of cat urine from the items. Doing so will deter cats from urinating on those items again. When removing cat urine from clothing and various other fabrics, vinegar, an all natural deodorize, is your secret weapon. After removing the cat urine from your clothing, remove it from your washing machine as well.

Things You'll Need

  • Paper towels
  • Sink, container or bucket
  • Water
  • Vinegar
  • Washing machine
  • Laundry detergent
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Instructions

    • 1

      Blot up excess urine from the clothing with paper towels. Discard the paper towels.

    • 2

      Fill a sink, container or bucket with 3 parts hot water and 1 part vinegar.

    • 3

      Soak the clothing in the solution for up to 45 minutes.

    • 4

      Start your laundry machine, and add a mild laundry detergent to the washer.

    • 5

      Add ¼ cup of apple cider vinegar to the washer.

    • 6

      Place the clothing in the washing machine, and allow it to finish a full washing cycle.

    • 7

      Remove the clothing from the washer and dry accordingly.

    • 8

      Start your washer once again, and allow it to fill with water.

    • 9

      Add ½ to 1 cup of vinegar to the washer. Allow the washing machine to run through a complete cycle once more to remove any cat urine odors that may be in your washer.