Removing Pet Urine Stains and Odor from Carpet?

Can anyone recommend the most effective way to deal with dog urine in carpeting? Certainly to begin the cleaning process asap is best, but not always possible - particularly if you are a landlord. I have tried numerous methods involving blotting, soaking, scrubbing, drying, brushing, etc. and all kinds of special carpet shampoos, enzyme neutralizers, absorbent sprinkles, room deodorizers, buckets of cold water, spray bottles of warm water, rug scrubbers both large and small with various attachments. Despite my best efforts, I cannot conquer the stains and the smell. They never go away - the dogs smell their "favorite spot" and the cycle begins again. Any suggestions would be greatly appreciated! Thanks for your time and consideration.

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Judy
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January 19, 20170 found this helpful

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I have found Nature's Miracle to be great at removing stains and odor. You must apply it very thoroughly on the affected area. Urine crystals can take up to two weeks to break down. If there is still an odor after two weeks, it means you missed some areas and must reapply.

Leware T.

January 22, 20171 found this helpful

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For a Homemade Solution:
Dog Urine Odor Remover
2 cups white distilled vinegar
2 cups lukewarm water
4 generous Tablespoons baking soda
Spray bottle (optional)

Directions #1
Thoroughly blot up as much of whatever it is youre cleaning up. Fold up a rag over it, place a heavy book on it and stand on the book to make sure you really get it all out (sounds extreme, but it does a good job!) Mix 2 cups of white distilled vinegar with 2 cups of lukewarm water in a large bowl. Add in 4 heaping Tablespoons of baking soda, adding it in smaller amounts if it threatens to fizz over (and it really does fizz!) Pour into a spray bottle and thoroughly spray the area. Let sit for 5 minutes, then gently rub and blot up with a soft cloth. You can also simply pour some straight from the bowl over the stain if you dont have a spray bottle.
Directions #2
As with the Direction #1, blot or clean up as much as possible. Mix 2 cups of lukewarm water with 2 cups of white distilled vinegar. Instead of adding the baking soda to the liquid, sprinkle it dry liberally over the area where the accident occurred. Let it break down and deodorize for about 5 minutes, then vacuum. Apply the water/vinegar solution as in the first set of directions.

Note: This will also remove blood stains.

bethmoore1001

May 30, 20180 found this helpful

Totally agree!:)

mom-from-missouri
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January 18, 20171 found this helpful

I am a landlord. I finally got to the point that I don't allow pets unless it is a service dog. If they have pets, then they pay a deposit equal to what Lowe's wo;; charge me to replace the carpets and pad. One house its a $2200 pet deposit. And, I do frequent inspections. I have been burned with this one too many times.

cassiealysse9216

January 18, 20170 found this helpful

I had a problem with my dog using the bathroom in the house when I moved. I finally gave the carpet a good deep clean with a rug doctor.

It worked for me. But I know some animals urine smells worse than others. Its worth a shot.

lindaedwards409

August 19, 20170 found this helpful

Working with equally part of water and vinger scrub blot with paper towels

Judy
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August 19, 20170 found this helpful

Nature's Miracle removes human and pet urine stains and odor. Get it at Amazon or pet stores.

bethmoore1001

May 30, 20180 found this helpful

I have always used the baking soda and vinegar trick bu I will try Natures Miracle if the cost is comparable:)

bethmoore1001

May 30, 20180 found this helpful

I have always used the baking soda and vinegar trick bu I will try Natures Miracle if the cost is comparable:)

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