If you've got some stubborn pet odor problems, you'll need a good dog odor remover. Here's all you need to know about odor removal options.
Enzyme-Activated Neutralizers
These products contain enzymes that actually break down the urine to remove odor. Look for a powder that needs to be mixed each time you use it so that the enzymes remain dormant until you activate them with water. They tend to be more effective as dog odor removers than sprays. Many enzyme cleaners are unscented; they simply neutralize the odor. There are a variety of products available for various applications.
Aerosol Sprays
These products basically cover the odors you're trying to remove. Aerosol sprays will not fool your pet's ultra-sensitive nose though. If your pet still detects the scent of urine he will return to eliminate in the same place again and again, undoing all the house training work you've been doing. Work on removing or neutralizing the odor first and then try a deodorizer. Your best bet may be one of the furniture and carpet odor neutralizer sprays.
Powders
Baking soda is a very effective carpet deodorizer but store-bought powders have fragrance added in so if you prefer floral-scented carpets, try the store-bought variety. Some new powders claim to sponge the urine out of your carpet after sitting for 30 minutes or so. Then, you simply vacuum up the powder and the urine is gone.
Is It Your Dog?
Sometimes, your dog is the source of unpleasant odors. If he still stinks after giving him a thorough
bath and shampooing, he may have dental disease, an ear infection or impacted anal scent glands. All these conditions can cause your pet to have a overpowering smell, and all require a trip to your friendly neighborhood veterinarian. While you're there, ask for tips on how you can avoid recurrence of these smelly situations.
Be an Odor Detective
If you're worried about pet odor or having trouble finding the source of the stench, a black light can help you become a doggie odor detective. Simply turn out the lights and move the battery-operated black light over carpets and furniture. Urine spots will take on a bright yellow glow, allowing you to thoroughly clean these previously invisible odor oases. Look for urine detecting black light units online and in pet stores. This method of odor detection looks a whole lot cooler than crawling around on your hands and knees sniffing your carpet with a bottle of dog odor remover in hand.
