Dog Urine Cleaning and Odor Removal

Dog urine cleaning and odor removal can be done in a natural and environmentally-friendly way!

Many dog owners - especially those with puppies, older dogs, incontinent dogs or dogs staying indoor all day - are always trying hard to get rid of that doggy urine smell in their houses.

Unfortunately, it's not easy if not done properly. If you do not use the "right stuff", the odor will linger and will even intensify on humid days.

Why Does Dog Urine Smell?

Dog urine is a made up of ammonia, nitrogen, uric acid, bacteria, and hormones.

Uric acid contains crystals that are left behind even after the urine has dried. When there is moisture in the air due to, say, high humidity, these crystals are reactivated and that's why we can smell dog urine even long after we think we have cleaned it up.

Since our dog's sense of smell is several hundred times more powerful than ours, it is important to clean dog urine and remove all odor completely; otherwise our dog will return to the place to do his business repeatedly.

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How to Clean Dog Urine

Here is an easy way to completely clean dog urine and remove the smell:

Using paper towels or a rag, absorb as much of the urine as possible.
Pour water over the area, and dry it again using paper towels - Stop only when the towels are not soaking up yellowish stains.
Spray or pour a natural cleaner over the area and let it "sit" for a while (depending on the cleaner you use - see below).
Dry the area thoroughly.

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Natural Dog Urine Cleaners

White Vinegar

White Vinegar is a good and effective natural dog urine cleaner. After finishing Steps 1 and 2 described above, soak the area completely with undiluted white vinegar.

Let it soak in well and sit for several minutes before blotting the area dry.

Baking Soda

Baking soda is effective in absorbing odor. After finishing Steps 1 and 2 described above, pour enough baking soda to cover the affected area and let it sit for a few hours before vacuuming.

Borax

Some people also use borax to clean dog urine since it is anti-bacterial. However, borax can be toxic - especially to small people and animals! It is reported that less than 5 grams of borax can kill a child or pet, if ingested. More commonly, borax is associated with skin, eye, or respiratory irritation. Therefore, use borax with care.

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Commercial Natural Dog Urine Cleaner

If you are looking for a commercial dog urine cleaning product that is safe and environmentally-friendly, try this one:

Castor & Pollux Out Spot! Stain & Odor Remover

This product is all natural and safe - it contains natural enzymes that break down proteins, and effectively remove stains and odors not only from pet urine, but also from other tough stains such as vomit, feces, etc.

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