Removing Cat Urine From Carpets
Question
How can I remove the smell of cat urine from my carpet?
Answer
Cat urine should be cleaned from a carpet with a special enzyme cleaner that you might have to purchase at a janitorial supply shop if you can’t find it elsewhere. Ask your veterinarian. Many keep it on hand for clients to use at home. Because urine usually soaks through to the padding, you might have to consider rolling back the carpet and cutting out and replacing a patch of the padding to do a really good job.
Whenever cats are having unusual toilet habits, it’s also important to check for physical problems that may be causing it. Infections, diabetes, and other diseases can change the behavior of a normally litterbox trained cat. Check with your veterinarian on these issues so that you don’t just clean the carpet and overlook a possible physical problem.
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