The last thing that anybody wants to see is their pet doing their business on their area rug. This sort of problem is commonly associated with younger dogs and puppies that are still being housebroken. And in the same sense, training your pets can be hindered when you do not exercise the proper cleanup methods. If the stained area is not cleaned up properly it can leave residue odors behind, which may attract your pet to do their business on that area again. These simple tips will help you to avoid this problem and keep your rugs clean and odor-free.

Removing pet urine stains: When removing pet urine stains from your area rug, first treat the area with warm water and soap. Use paper towels to soak up the majority of the urine andthen use a professional pet waste cleaning solution (make sure to read the directions some solutions are not appropriate for every kind of rug). Be sure to remove all the odor, or your pet will be attracted to urinate in that area again.

Removing pet fecal stains: First use gloves and paper towels to dispose of the waste. Then treat with a warm water and soap and allow the soap to set in. Use a pet feces cleaning solution, which will clean the fibers of the rug and disinfect it at the same time. On more durable rugs you can use a carpet cleaning brush to remove the waste. On more delicate rugs you will have to have the rug professionally cleaned to avoid damaging it.

Removing pet dirt stains and eliminating odors: Constant maintenance is the key to keeping stains and dirt from damaging your area rugs. On more durable rugs, you can treat most pet stains using mild soap and water, and by dampening the area until the stain is removed. On more delicate area rugs you will want to mildly treat the stain with warm soap and water, and then have the rug professionally cleaned. It is recommended that you have all rugs in your home professionally cleaned at least once every six months.

Final Note Always make sure that you read the care and maintenance packaging for your area rugs before attempting to clean them with products that may in fact damage the rug. In some cases, you may have to have your area rug professionally cleaned. In this instance, it may be wise to remove the rug from until your pets are fully housebroken.

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