How to Get Rid of Dog Urine Odors Without Harsh Chemicals

By Cheryl Likins

Instructions

Things You’ll Need:

Soft chamois cloth
Nature's Miracle Power Sprayer Stain and Odor Remover
1 roll of paper towels
Plastic garbage bags
1/2 cup apple cider vinegar
1 gallon of hot water
Baking soda
Bucket
Mop
Ultraviolet ("black") light

Getting rid of dog urine odors using an enzyme-based cleaner

Step 1:
Blot the soaked area with paper towels, removing as much of the urine as possible. Discard the paper towels in a plastic bag designated for this task, so that all traces of urine are removed from the room.
Step 2:
Saturate the area with non-toxic, enzyme-based Nature's Miracle Stain and Odor Remover. If this is an area rug, lift the rug and apply the product to the reverse side of the stain.
Step 3:
Using a soft chamois cloth, rub the area, allowing the product to reach the deepest layers of the carpet. If possible, clean the exposed floor under the carpet and place several paper towels under the treated part of the carpet.
Step 4:
Allow Nature's Miracle to completely dry. This process may take as long as two weeks. Inspect the carpet for areas missed during the cleaning process and repeat, if needed.

Getting rid of dog urine odors using a home remedy

Step 1:
Pour one gallon of hot tap water into a bucket. Add 1/2 cup of apple cider vinegar and stir with sponge mop.
Step 2:
Scrub the soiled area with the mop and ventilate the room. Blot with paper towels and allow to completely dry.
Step 3:
After the area has completely dried, sprinkle a generous amount of baking soda on it. Allow the baking soda to sit for one-half hour and then thoroughly vacuum.

Tips & Warnings

Test for colorfastness before using either method. If after using Nature's Miracle, you notice staining, it could be a result of a chemical reaction between the urine and the carpet itself. Use a black light to find other urine accidents that are otherwise difficult to find.
Although Nature's Miracle is completely non-toxic and contains natural enzymes, keep the product away from pets and children. It may cause intestinal upset.

Resources

Urine Marking in Dogs: ASPCA

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