How to Clean Pet Stains

Pets are undoubtedly wonderful companions, bringing joy and love into our lives. However, as much as we love our furry friends, they can also leave behind messes that are not so enjoyable to clean up. One of the most frustrating and difficult types of pet messes to clean up is pet stains. Whether it's from urine, faeces, vomit, or something else entirely, pet stains can be tough to remove and can leave a lingering odor that's hard to get rid of. In this blog post, we'll explore the best solution for pet stains and how to effectively remove them.

The first step in removing pet stains is to act fast. The longer you wait, the harder it will be to remove the stain and the odour. As soon as you notice a pet stain, try to blot up as much of the liquid as possible using a clean towel or paper towel. Avoid rubbing the stain as this can push the liquid further into the carpet fibres and make it harder to remove.

Once you've blotted up as much of the liquid as possible, it's time to tackle the stain itself. There are a variety of cleaning solutions and products on the market that claim to remove pet stains, but not all of them are created equal. Some products may not work well on certain types of stains or may be too harsh and damage your carpet or upholstery. Here are a few of the best solutions for pet stains:

Call Professional Cleaners

A professional carpet and upholstery cleaner has the right solutions, equipment and techniques to eliminate odours and safely remove pet stains. They utilise solutions such as enzymatic cleaners that are specially formulated to break down the proteins in pet urine, faeces, and other organic stains. They work by releasing bacteria and enzymes that digest the proteins, effectively breaking down the stain and odour. Enzymatic cleaners are safe for use on most surfaces, including carpets, upholstery, and hardwood floors. Professional cleaners also have powerful equipment that flushes out and extracts the stain from the deeper layers of the carpet and upholstery. This is vital if you want the odours and overall stain removed.

Deodorisers

If you have successfully attended to the mess quick enough then chances are you may not need to do anything else. A warm wet cloth and the extraction of the initial mess will most likely remove the bacteria and stain before it reaches into the deeper layers of the fibres. Deodorisers are extremely helpful when dealing with situations like this. Mega Clean offers a deodoriser that is a unique formula designed to target the source that causes odours killing the bacteria whilst neutralising and eliminating the source.

Store Bought Products

Store bought products are a double edged sword. They can work to eliminate the stain but can leave behind a browning mark that has damaged your carpet and upholstery fibres. If they are not extracted correctly, chemical residue can be left behind to eat away the fibres of your items. In these cases the only fix is to replace the carpet/upholstery.

Preventing pet stains in the first place is always the best solution. Train your pets to use designated areas for potty breaks and keep them away from any areas where they may be tempted to mark or urinate. If accidents do occur, try to address them as quickly as possible to minimise damage and odours.

If you are unsure of what to do when dealing with a pet stain and you don’t want to damage your items, call a professional.