How to Take Out Pet Stains Using Vinegar

We all love our pets and they are an integral part of the family unit.

Unfortunately, some can be stubborn about being house broken and feel that they must mark their territory in some way.

This can lead to stains on furniture and carpets, which in turn can cause a foul odor due to the ammonia that comes as a result of bacteria in urine.

One of the green cleaning remedies to take out pet stains is to use vinegar.

Taking Out The Stain and Removing The Odor Too!:

Vinegar is a natural deodorizer, which makes it perfect for getting rid of pet odors.

• Mix a solution of half a cup of white vinegar with a quart of lukewarm water.
• Don't use hot water, this will only help set the stain and odor permanently.
• If the area that you want to clean is still wet with urine, blot the area with a dry paper towel or cloth to soak up any excess liquid.
• Continue blotting until every bit of urine is gone and the paper towel comes back dry.
• After getting up the excess urine, apply the vinegar solution and blot blot the area to take out the stain.
• If the stain is still detectable after the carpet is completely dry, repeat this process again. Taking care to blot and not rub and fray the carpet fibers.
• If you want extra odor removal, sprinkle baking soda on the dry carpet. Let it sit on the stain overnight, and vacuum the carpet thoroughly in the morning. Baking soda is a natural deodorizer and is a great way to take out any odor that remains.

Using a vinegar solution will take out urine like a charm. Vinegar is a natural deodorizer, mild antibacterial and mold and mildew inhibitor.

The only draw back is a very short term vinegar odor. Don't worry the sour smell will quickly dissipate.

If you don't care for the vinegar smell, sprinkle some baking soda on the area and let it set for a few hours or overnight then vacuum and this should do the trick.

How to Remove Old Super Stinky Pet Stains:

There are times when we don't always catch our pets in the act nor smell the odor until later. If this is the case, don't get on your hands and knees smelling the carpet to find the odor - use a black light.

When used in the dark a black light will find the invisible source of pet stain odors.

Hopefully the stain hasn't seeped into the padding. If it has and the odor continues no matter what you've tried, it might be time for new carpets but give this a try first.

1. Mix together one cup vinegar and one cup lukewarm water.
2. Pour the mixture on the area, don't be shy, really soak it then let it sit for 5 to 10 minutes.
3. After you've allowed it to soak, use a clean towel to blot it up. Because you soaked the area, go ahead and step on the towel to help blot up the liquid.
4. Let the area dry completely.
5. Now, get out the box of baking soda and dump a generous amount on the spot.
6. Vacuum the baking soda up after it has set on the stain for 24 hours.

Never, Never Use Ammonia on Pet Stains!:

Never use ammonia or ammonia based products on pet stains. You'll never get rid of the problem.

Ammonia smells like urine (ever smelled an old wet dirty diaper?) and your pet will likely be attracted again and again to the spot.