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Living with puppies and other furry companions is immensely rewarding, so many owners like to spread the love by gifting pets. If you’ve recently received a new addition, house-training is part of being a pet parent. The animal will make mistakes as they learn, so you might see messes on flooring or furniture. To eliminate traces of accidents, follow these upkeep tips. 

3 Tips to Clean Pet Accidents

1. Use Enzymatic Cleaners on Stains

It could take a while before puppies know how to alert humans they need to go outside and relieve themselves. In the meantime, make sure to clean up urine and feces immediately before stains set. You can use dry paper towels to blot liquid on carpeting and upholstery or wipe it away on hard surfaces.

Mililani-Hawaii-puppiesNext, spray the flooring with an enzymatic cleaner for pets or a vinegar and water solution. Let the liquid sit on a fresh stain for a few minutes and a dry spot for 10 minutes before removing it with paper towels. You might need to use a toothbrush to work the solution into carpet fibers. The cleaners dissolve the materials in animal waste that leave stains and foul smells. For furniture, check the cushion tags to see which cleaning products and methods to use. 

2. Sprinkle Baking Soda on Spots

If you still smell an odor after using the cleaner, cover the affected area with baking soda. To remove the stench, the powder needs to sit on the surface for a few hours. Consider blocking off the room so the baking soda isn’t disturbed. Afterward, use a vacuum cleaner to extract the substance.

3. Run a Carpet Cleaner Over Accidents

You might need more than a household cleaner to remove lingering stains. If you can’t extract a spot or the smell won’t go away, see if carpet cleaning will remedy the issue. The pressure from equipment will force cleaning solution into the soiled area, then suction it out.

 

If you want to bring home a new friend for the family or give the gift of pet companionship to a loved one, contact the team at The Pet Hale. Based in Mililani, HI, the pet store sells many different animal companions, including puppies, parrots, and turtles. The shop also carries Nature’s Miracle® products to clean up after pets. To inquire about animals looking for homes on Oahu, call (808) 696-1083. You can also visit the pet shop’s website and Facebook page to see the available animals. If you want a canine companion, the puppies have been screened by veterinarians and received their first vaccinations and de-worming treatments.  

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