Tips from experienced dog handlers on how to remove the smell of a dog in an apartment

Having a dog means taking responsibility. The pet brings a lot of joyful moments to the owners, often becomes a family member. But it requires regular maintenance.

Wool on furniture and carpets, unscented marks in unexpected places, a peculiar smell in rooms are serious problems that must be dealt with immediately.

Otherwise, soon friends and acquaintances will no longer enter the apartment, and people on the street will bypass the owners.

How to remove the smell of a dog in an apartment or house? In the fight against the problem, modern household chemicals, home-made solutions and professional advice will help.

How to get rid of home remedies?

Proper care of the dog eliminates the possibility of the appearance of a specific aroma in the room. If it is still felt, improvised means will help to eliminate it:

1. Baking soda and hydrogen peroxide... The components must be mixed in a 1: 1 ratio, no more than 2 tbsp. spoons until smooth, insist 60 minutes.

   Add 1 tbsp. spoon of detergent, wipe the surfaces and rinse with clean water.

2. Potassium permanganate... Prepare a weak solution of potassium permanganate, use for wet cleaning indoors.
3. Essential oils... Pour clean water into a spray bottle, add a few fragrant drops. It is better to give preference to citrus oils, they well block foreign aromas.
4. Table vinegar and alcohol... Mix 5 l of water with 200 ml of each component, the resulting solution is used for wet surface treatment.
5. Absorbents. Salt, soda, cornstarch neutralize and eliminate odors. You can pour powders into small containers and place them indoors or apply to a problem area and leave for 3-4 hours. Residual products must be removed with a brush or vacuum cleaner.

Acetic acid, sodium carbonate, and hydrogen peroxide solutions are suitable to neutralize the specific aroma of dog tags.

If your pet smells strong with proper care, it's time to see your veterinarian. The cause may be a serious illnessthat must be treated immediately.

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How to eliminate an unpleasant odor in the house with household chemicals?

Household cleaning products have developed effective solutions to help control dog odor and tag problems.

There are funds on the market:

• for cleaning up animals;
• odor neutralizers and absorbers;
• for cleaning floors;
• for washing clothes and textiles and so on.

Experienced dog handlers recommend:

Laina MC

Liquid in a convenient spray package... The composition includes surfactants, flavors and special additives. Suitable for cleaning and eliminating dog odors. Economical to use. The average price is 350 rubles for 750 ml.

Stain and odor remover Mr. Fresh

A concentrated product that:

• copes with organic pollution,
• refreshes,
• disinfects surfaces.

Designed specifically for furniture and fabrics, one spray is sufficient. Price - from 300 rubles for 500 ml.

Nature's Miracle Carpet Shampoo

Liquid for cleaning carpets and furniture from dog hair... Neutralizes odors, hypoallergenic. Economical packaging. The average price is 1,100 rubles for 1.9 liters.

When working with household chemicals, the dosage and safety rules must be observed, information can be found on the product label.

Features of cleaning various surfaces

The way to deal with the problem must be chosen taking into account the surface... Not all agents are equally effective on different materials.

Furniture

An industrial deodorant for textiles, which is suitable for sofas and beds, will help get rid of the problem on soft fabric surfaces.

A good way to protect furniture is by using removable covers.that can be washed as needed. Before using them, it is imperative to clean the surface from pet hair with a vacuum cleaner, soft brush or sticky roller, otherwise the smell will remain.

To avoid the problem, it is enough to provide the pet with a permanent comfortable place to rest and stop attempts to climb onto the owner's bed, chair or sofa.

Carpets

It is better to entrust carpet cleaning to professionals. If this is not possible, washing with a scented detergent will help.

Regular cleaning of the carpet from wool will help prevent a strong stench. and treating fresh marks with detergent gruel or dishwashing liquid.

Frequent hair removal will relieve the air in the apartment from the unpleasant odor, and households from unwanted allergic reactions. Scented oils and air fresheners can mask the problem for a while, but do not completely eliminate it.

clothing

The fabric absorbs aromas well, so the smell of your beloved pet immediately settles on the owner's clothes. If the degree is mild, washing with a softener helps. If the problem is more serious, vinegar and soda will come to the rescue.

For soaking:

1. Pour warm water into a basin.
2. Add 100-150 ml of vinegar.
3. Place clothes in the solution.
4. After 2-3 hours, load the laundry into the automatic machine and wash in the standard way.

The smell will certainly go away if you add 2 teaspoons of baking soda to the detergent drawer.

Solving a specific problem

Once the dog has “mapped out” the textile surface, it is not difficult to eliminate the smell. It is more difficult to remove scent from hard surfaces, especially floors. The problem is aggravated by the fact that parquet, laminate and linoleum can become unusable.

You must act immediately:

• blot the surface with a napkin or towel;
• treat the floor with clean water;
• wipe dry;
• apply soda gruel to the surface, can be repeated several times;
• wash the floor with water and a special product with a pleasant aroma.

It is not recommended to treat the floor with the addition of chlorine and acids, the coating will be damaged. Find out how to get the smell of dog urine off the couch here, from the carpet - here.

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Professional advice

To reduce the smell of a dog in an apartment to a minimum, you must:

1. Give your dog a permanent place and regularly groom the bed.
2. Monitor its hygiene and comb it out regularly.
3. Do not mask the smell with aromatic sprays, especially those not intended for this purpose.
4. Consider the characteristics of the breed when choosing a dog.
5. Timely toilet training and keeping it clean.
6. Provide your pet with proper nutrition.
7. Visit your veterinarian regularly to prevent disease.

Do not forget about the premises, you must:

• regularly carry out wet cleaning and disinfection;
• vacuuming surfaces, paying attention to hard-to-reach places where wool accumulates;
• clean carpets monthly.

By following simple advice, you can avoid the appearance of an unpleasant smell from your pet, interior items and your own clothing.

It is necessary to understand that only toy animals do not smell. It is impossible to completely rid your pet of the natural aroma..

You will find a lot of useful and important information about removing various unpleasant odors from objects and surfaces in this section.

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Conclusion

The presence of an unpleasant odor from a dog depends on the breed, the work of the sweat and sebaceous glands, on the characteristics and condition of the body. But everything is in the hands of the owners.

Pet care, regular check-ups with a veterinarian, timely toilet training, order and cleaning of the room will help to avoid problems. This takes a lot of time and effort. Therefore, before you bring a puppy into the house, you need to think about whether the household is ready for such a load.