Pet Odor Control an important part of owning a pet. Here's everything you need to know about it.
How to pet odor control
The Facts:
The urine and feces from dogs and cats has a distinctive odor that results primarily from the ammonia, mergaptans, amines and skatole gases that are emitted from them. The longer these odors are left without treatment, the greater the concentration will be which can result in not only a more offensive and intense odor but actual health problems can arise for the animals and the humans. It is a known fact that even lower levels of ammonia can cause respiratory damage to the animals and the humans, including diseases such as bronchitis and pneumonia. When your animals contract these diseases, even if it's not immediately apparent by the breathing, you may notice a condition of weight loss and notice that your animal appears to be unduly stressed.Supplies:
There are a wealth of products designed to control pet odors. Some of these products actually are designed to be ingested by the animal and control the odor that might be emitted through the skin by its perspiration. Others are designed to clean up urine and feces accidents and break down the biological roots of the odors through enzymes. Others are designed to be used topically on your pet such as powders, shampoos and sprays. As with anything involving chemicals, you need to read the labels thoroughly, and even consult with your vet, about the best type of product for your particular pet odor control issue.What to Do:
A little known fact is that cat urine will actually glow in the dark under a UV light. Knowing the exact location of the urine stain will aid in your ability to treat it.Special Considerations:
Some pet odor control treating products are made using genetically altered microbes and enzymes. These are some of the best products to use. You should also first rule out the possibility that the animal has a medical problem that might be causing an offensive odor, and some animals, especially certain breeds of dogs, have a scent gland that can safely be removed by your vet which is causing an odor that no product can effectively combat..Other Tips:
When dealing with urine and feces odors, you can also inquire from your vet about some of the other products available that use a process called chemisorption. The process involves chemical bonding and adsorption and these products are typically only available through a professional such as your vet. When using some of the over the counter products, be sure to read the label for special considerations such as whether or not it should be diluted with water or if there are any warnings about combining with other detergents. The enzymatic products do not usually combine well with detergents, or work as well if used after the carpet has already been treated with detergent.Expense:
Pet odor control can be a really expensive nightmare when certain disease conditions exist that are creating the odor. On the other hand, it may be as simple as cleaning and deodorizing with a good product. Sometimes baking soda, which costs next to nothing, is all you will really need. It just depends on your particular pet odor control issue.
