Pet Smell Removal

Pets are loving and friendly companions that can leave behind some powerful odors in their wake. There are many options to removing pet odors out of your home, many of which can be found at a local grocery store.

  1. Baking Soda &Vinegar

    • Baking soda and vinegar, used together can neutralize pet odors on contact. Baking soda and vinegar is gentle on carpets, fabrics, and flooring, and also helps to remove stains. You can also sprinkle baking soda on an area to be cleansed and then wash up the mess with vinegar afterward.

    Vacuum

    • A vacuum is a gentle way to remove pet odors from carpets.

      A vacuum or a wet-vac can remove pet odors, especially if you remove a urine puddle or feces immediately. It is important that you not use chemicals when vacuuming up pet odors, and just use cool water. Heat will help make an odor set in and more difficult to remove. After vacuuming the area, you can then apply a household chemical cleaner to the area.

    Hydrogen Peroxide

    • A bottle of hydrogen peroxide is a low cost alternative to remove pet odors.

      Hydrogen peroxide has been helpful in cleaning up urine and pet odors left behind. Apply a small cap full of hydrogen peroxide to the area you are cleaning. After allowing the hydrogen peroxide to dry up, wipe up the area and the pet odor should be gone. Keep in mind, hydrogen peroxide has bleaching properties, so test a small amount in a certain area before applying a larger amount elsewhere.

    Listerine

    • Listerine mouthwash has been helpful in removing pet odors for some, especially cat urine. Add Listerine mouthwash to a solution of cool water and vinegar, to help neutralize and remove pet odor.