How to Remove Pet Stains and Odors

Enzyme Based Pet Stain Removers

Enzyme cleaners eliminate the source of the stains and odors. They contain non-pathogenic bacteria and natural enzymes that digest the bacteria and proteins. I use a product called Out!. Out! works on urine, vomit, blood, and feces. When using enzyme cleaners rinse the area first to remove soaps or chemicals that might kill the enzymes. Blot the area dry, then saturate it with the cleaner and allow it to dry naturally. I never blot up the excess. That wastes perfectly hungry enzymes that could be feasting on the odor. Use less cleaner if you're working on a surface and concerned about water damage.

Specialty, Non-Enzyme Pet Stain and Odor Removal Products.

Non-enzyme cleaners aren't affected by other cleaners. Ohio State University Veterinary Hospital uses Kennel Odor Eliminator (KOE) designed to eliminate even deeply impregnated odors and Animal Odor Eliminator (AOE) designed to eliminate odors from tomcats spray, urine, and feces. These products chemically bond with and counteract the odors. Vets also recommend a foaming carpet cleaner called Equalizer Carpet Stain and Odor Eliminator. If you choose any of these products, follow the directions on the label carefully.

(3) Clean Up

Finally, you'll need to deodorize the mops or towels that you used to clean up. I use one cup of vinegar or one cup of Simple Green in the wash machine or mop bucket.

Ref: Carpet & Rug Institutes Carpet Maintenance Guidelines

Products I Like To Clean My Carpets:Febreze Carpet care