Untreated odor will usually go away on its own, and it will take several weeks to completely remove the odor. Read this article, it is about how you can eliminate the unpleasant smell of pets and furniture on your own.
Steps
Part 1 of 4: Grooming your dog
Step 1. If possible, leave your dog outside
This way, the smell will not spread to the furniture and carpets in your home.
Step 2. Wash your dog outdoors
Immediately after the dog gets dirty, wash it outdoors using a garden hose and the following homemade products:
- 1/4 cup baking soda, 2 teaspoons of detergent, and 2 pints (1 L) hydrogen peroxide. Mix everything in a bucket that you can dispose of after use.
- Change into old clothes that you can throw away and wear rubber gloves to protect your hands.
- Use a sponge or rag to rub in the solution. Be sure not to get the solution in your dog's eyes and nose, as this can cause irritation.
Step 3. Leave the solution for 3-4 minutes before rinsing
You may need to repeat this process several times to completely eliminate the odor.
- Remember to rinse your dog thoroughly with warm water to completely remove the solution, and dry your dog when you're done.
- Wash your dog with a rinse cream after a week. This will help restore moisture to your dog's coat.
Part 2 of 4: Taking care of outdoor furniture
Step 1. Remove bad odor as soon as possible
The longer you wait, the more difficult it will be to completely remove the odor.
Step 2. Mix 1 quart (0.95 l
) white vinegar and 3/4 cup baking soda. Use a sponge or towel to rub the powder thoroughly into your furniture.
You can also clean outdoor furniture with bleach. Mix one part bleach with nine parts water
Step 3. Apply the mixture and let it sit for 3-5 minutes
Use a hose to rinse the furniture and let it dry. You may need to repeat this process several times before the smell is completely gone.
Part 3 of 4: Caring for furniture and carpets in the home
Step 1. Sprinkle some baking soda on your carpet or rug
Vacuum thoroughly.
Step 2. Sprinkle a quarter cup of baking soda on the furniture
Use a sponge or towel to rub in the baking soda. This will absorb the bad smell and help hide it.
Leave your windows open to ventilate furniture and carpets, and spray an air freshener or scent purifier in your home
Part 4 of 4: Common Odor Removal Products
Step 1: Consider using a traditional odor remover
There are many formulated cleaning sprays and solutions available to remove unpleasant odors from furniture, clothing, and pets.
These products aren't always necessary, but if you've already used all of your tools that don't work, you can either wait for the smell to clear up on its own, or buy a standard cleanser to speed up the process
Advice
- If you don't want to use hydrogen peroxide, you can also try washing your dog with any pet washing shampoo and warm water, creating a lot of lather. If the dog is small and docile, use a small bath or shower. If your dog weighs 40 pounds (18 kg) or more, place him on a chain or leash in the yard so you have complete control over him. It is very important to use detergent shampoo instead of soap, as the detergent breaks down the oils that cause unpleasant odors and makes them easier to remove.
- Prevent bad odors in your yard, don't leave food outside, and make sure trash cans are securely closed.
- Dogs with long coats tend to retain foul odor longer than short coats.
- Remove the odor as soon as possible, it will be much more effective. It is much more difficult to remove the unpleasant odor when the substance that gives off it has dried out.