Getting urine out of carpet...help.

[Ange]

I need a way to get dog urine smell/stain out of carpet. I know it's hard cause it goes to the padding etc but give me something. I can't rip this carpet up right now. I soak it up as soon as I see it and it's usually not much, about a dollar coin size.

I need something that is bird safe.

[JennyM]

1First, clean the cat's litter pan. The number one reason cats anoint carpets is that they're not satisfied with the cleanliness of their cat box, or they don't like the scent of scented litter. Try an unscented litter if your cat repeats it. The second reason is that non-neutered males spray their territory to warn off rival males, so unless he's a purebred stud, have him neutered.
Step2 If it's fresh, clean as much of it off as you can with paper towels and spot clean with water first. This will reduce the amount that has to be chemically changed by the baking soda and vinegar combination. This method will also work for dried cat spot stains too, just dampen the spot first.
Step3 Sprinkle baking soda on the entire spot. Don't heap it up, but don't be stingy either. Make sure to cover the whole stain and any spots that it may have splashed.
Step4 Spot clean it with vinegar, scrubbing it in with a soft cleaning rag. If the odor's too strong, spot clean again with water.
Step5Let it dry and use an air freshener in the room to help get rid of the vinegar scent.

[Ange]

^ it's a dog, not a cat ;)

I've done the vinegar thing and the smell is strong but vinegar is bird safe. I was wondering if there was something else I could do as well.

[JennyM]

O! Have you tried spot shot?

[JustMe]

1. If the area is still wet you should first attempt to absorb the dog urine. Leaving it there to dry out will only encourage bacterial growth which causes the smell. The best method is to place several layers of paper towel over the wet area and tread on it so as to soak up as much of the dog urine as you possibly can. You may have to repeat this several times until no more urine can be soaked up.

2. The next step is to mix a solution of fifty percent white vinegar and fifty percent water. You must use a liberal amount of this solution to reach the carpet fibers deep down. Work the solution in with a scrubbing brush to ensure it penetrates the carpet fibers below. Now blot the area again using the paper towel method above. The vinegar will neutralize the ammonia in the dog urine. This area must now be allowed to dry which you can assist by using a fan or opening the windows. If you own a wet and dry vacuum extractor use that to remove excess moisture.

3. When the area has dried sprinkle a good handful of baking soda over the soiled area. Mix half a cup of 3% hydrogen peroxide with a teaspoon of detergent. Ordinary dishwashing detergent is quite suitable. Put on a pair of rubber gloves and slowly pour the hydrogen peroxide and detergent mixture over the baking powder. Work the dissolving baking soda well into the carpet, first with your fingers and then with a scrubbing brush.

Once again allow the area to dry completely and then vacuum thoroughly.

In areas that have been heavily soiled with dog urine you may have to repeat the process again.

Never use ammonia or ammonia-based products on the carpet to remove pet pee. One of the ingredients of urine is ammonia and your dog or puppy may well be encouraged to re-offend in the same area if it detects the smell of ammonia. Many household cleaner cleaners contain ammonia so be sure to read the label.

[JennyM]

I already said that...lol

[Ange]

yeah that's what I did, it's a lot of work. lol I do sop it up right when I see it.

I was hoping there was an easier way but if it will work i'll do it again. I never sniffed it cause I got so busy.

thanks guys!

[nineten]

I was told about this from a loyal customer at the counter at the Pet's Warehouse.

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[JustMe]

It is very dangerous to use any chemicals around your birds. I am always freaking out when my husband uses any kind of disinfectants even though it says safe for animals or birds. I don't trust them. I only use one disinfectant around my birds and that is F10.
Edit:

I was told about this from a loyal customer at the counter at the Pet's Warehouse.

Nature's Miracle 3in1 Odor Destroyer for airborne, fabric and hard surface odors.

Reacts with unpleasant pet odors instantly destroying them on contact, on every surface.
Spray in the air, litter boxes, pet beds, cages, sofas, carpets, cars or anywhere your pet goes! Safe for use around children and pets.

Distributed by United Pet Group, Inc. 877.880.8855

www.naturemakesitwork.com

Sold at Pets Warehouse (and elsewhere?)

Instantly Breaks Down the Odor, Doesn't Just Mask It.

Ingredients: Water, Nature's Enzymes, Fragrance, Methylchloroisothiazolinone and Methylisothiazolinone.

I have tried that unfortunately it doesn't take the spots out.

[Ange]

yeah I don't use much of anything either around them. vinegar I know is safe. companies put pet safe on things but it doesn't mean bird safe.

I'm going to do the water/vinegar/baking soda thing.