Neutralizing Cat Odors

The odor of cat urine is one of the strongest and most unpleasant smells ever. And it’s so difficult to get rid of: one pet mistake on a carpet or sofa can ruin it forever–unless you know the secret.

Find out how to get rid of that awful odor quickly, easily and naturally!

1. First, use water with soap or detergent to dilute and remove as much of the urine as possible. Rinse area well.

2. Next, apply straight white vinegar to the area (you may want to make sure this will not affect the color of your rug or furniture by doing a spot-test first.) Rub in well and allow to dry until area is just damp. Be sure to wait until the vinegar is nearly dry before applying the baking soda.

3. Apply baking soda liberally to the damp area and allow to dry completely. (If baking soda gets too wet, it will make a gloppy mess that is hard to vacuum. Once it then dries it can stick to the fabric of a carpet and be hard to fully rinse off, although it should eventually.)

4. When dry, vacuum thoroughly.

Read more: Pets, Everyday Pet Care

By the cat-loving staff at Care2.

Disclaimer: The views expressed above are solely those of the author and may not reflect those of
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Douglas S.

7:05AM PST on Jan 12, 2012

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Danuta W.

12:46AM PST on Nov 30, 2011

Thank you for this article.

Rita W.

5:58AM PST on Nov 29, 2011

Thanks for the article

Carole R.

11:04PM PST on Nov 17, 2011

Thank you for the great information.

Alet C.

12:11PM PDT on Apr 30, 2011

Thank you for this useful information.

Dianne D.

7:33AM PDT on Apr 28, 2011

This is a keeper. Thanks for the information.

Barbara E.

7:51PM PDT on Oct 18, 2010

Thanx!

susanna l.

5:10PM PDT on Oct 17, 2010

just in time for my 88 yr old dad to get a kitty, for my just in case file! thanks!

Carolanne P.

7:12AM PDT on Oct 17, 2010

A much cheaper version than using expensive specialised products. Wish I'd read this before spending a fair amount on a product to find that the smell is still there. I will have a go at using this method. Thankyou.

Carmen A.

5:12AM PDT on Aug 4, 2010

Thank you! Adding a few drops of essential oil in the vinegar leaves things smelling even better!