{"id":167,"date":"2023-08-19T12:49:46","date_gmt":"2023-08-19T12:49:46","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/verylifee.com\/home\/?p=167"},"modified":"2025-09-03T18:19:13","modified_gmt":"2025-09-03T18:19:13","slug":"how-to-remove-pet-odors-and-stains","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/verylifee.com\/home\/how-to-remove-pet-odors-and-stains\/","title":{"rendered":"How to Remove Pet Odors &#038; Stains"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>Learning how to remove pet odors and stains is essential for any pet owner. All pets can mess up sometimes, and if these messes aren\u2019t addressed promptly and effectively, they can lead to lingering odors and more serious stains in your home.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-2425 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/verylifee.com\/home\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/home-how-to-remove-pet-odors-stains-how-to-remove-pet-odors-stains.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"640\" height=\"427\" srcset=\"https:\/\/verylifee.com\/home\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/home-how-to-remove-pet-odors-stains-how-to-remove-pet-odors-stains.jpg 640w, https:\/\/verylifee.com\/home\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/home-how-to-remove-pet-odors-stains-how-to-remove-pet-odors-stains-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/verylifee.com\/home\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/home-how-to-remove-pet-odors-stains-how-to-remove-pet-odors-stains-420x280.jpg 420w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px\" \/><\/p>\n<h2>Items You Can Wash in a Machine<\/h2>\n<p>Add a one-pound box of baking soda to your usual detergent and wash the items like you normally would. If that doesn&#8217;t work, wash the items again using an enzymatic cleaner.<br \/>\nEnzymatic cleaners are good at getting rid of pet smells because they break down the odors from pet waste.<\/p>\n<p>If your pet often soils the sheets or blankets on a bed, use a vinyl picnic tablecloth to cover the bed while you train them again.<\/p>\n<h2>Cleaning Pet Stains from Carpets and Furniture<\/h2>\n<p>Absorb as much urine as you can with many layers of paper towels and newspaper. Removing more urine this way makes it easier to clean.<\/p>\n<p>If you can, put the urine-soaked paper in the spot where your pet usually goes to the bathroom. This will help your pet learn where to go.<\/p>\n<p>Wash the area with clean, cool water and blot it until it&#8217;s completely dry.<\/p>\n<h2>Effective Techniques for Old Stains<\/h2>\n<p>For the best outcome, think about renting a carpet cleaner from a nearby hardware store.<\/p>\n<p>Do not use steam cleaners to remove urine odors from carpets or upholstery. The heat from the steam can make the stains permanent.<\/p>\n<p>After cleaning the area, apply a high-quality pet odor neutralizer and blot it until it&#8217;s dry.<\/p>\n<p>Once the area is dry, use a carpet stain remover to get rid of any remaining stains.<\/p>\n<p>If the urine has soaked through to the padding under your carpet, you might need to replace that section of the carpet and padding.<\/p>\n<h2>Tips to Avoid When Removing Pet Stains and Odors<\/h2>\n<p>Don&#8217;t use steam cleaners to clean urine odors from carpets or furniture. The heat from these cleaners can make the stains permanent.<\/p>\n<p>Avoid using strong chemicals like ammonia or vinegar. Their strong smells can make your pet want to mark the area again.<\/p>\n<h2>Treating Pet Stains on Wood Surfaces and Walls<\/h2>\n<p>If the wood on your furniture, walls, baseboards, or floors is discolored, the acid in the urine has damaged the varnish or paint. You might need to remove and replace the varnish or paint. If you replace it, ensure the new product is safe for pets.<\/p>\n<p>Enzymatic cleaners may work well on washable enamel paints and some types of washable wallpaper.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Learning how to remove pet odors and stains is essential for any pet owner. All pets can mess up sometimes, and if these messes aren\u2019t addressed promptly and effectively, they can lead to lingering odors and more serious stains in your home. 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