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Removing Urine Odor in Backyards: How-To Guide
Tired of your backyard reeking of cat or dog urine whenever the weather turns hot and humid? Don’t let a little pee smell cramp your fair-weather fun. This How-To Guide tells you everything you need to know about eliminating pet urine smell from any backyard surface – quickly, safely and completely. Eliminating animal pee smell (and all other unwanted odors) is easier than you think! In this guide: What’s the best product for eliminating urine odor: Neutralizer or deodorizer?How odor neutralizers workRemoving urine odor from hard surfacesRemoving urine odor from fabric surfacesRemoving urine odor from organic surfaces Eliminating other backyard odors Getting rid of skunk smell in backyardEliminating strong smell in garbage, recycling and compost binsHow to get more bang for your buck with multi-purpose odor destroyersWhere to find Purodora products What’s the best product for eliminating urine odor: Neutralizer or deodorizer? Many odor removers aren’t actually odor removers at all. They simply mask the odor, such as deodorizers. These products will work for a while, but eventually the pee smell will come back. Deodorizers often simply produce an unpleasant mix of odors that can make the situation worse. Purodora products use advanced odor neutralizing technology to eliminate even the most stubborn odors on contact (including products that eliminate skunk smell). Pro Tip How to stop animals from repeatedly urinating on the same spot Some animals like unneutered male cats will often mark their territory. Because their urine contains hormones that give it a particularly strong scent, these hormones will attract other animals for as long as any traces of the urine odor remain. There’s also a good chance that the initial culprit will come back to refresh his mark so as to not lose his territory. This can lead to a vicious (and smelly) cycle that can quickly discourage any pet owner. The only way to break this cycle is to eliminate the urine odor completely. Read on to see how. How odor neutralizers work Purodora odor neutralizers quickly eliminate all types of urine odors, including cat or dog urine, completely, quickly and permanently – even if the odor has been around for months or years. As soon as the product comes into contact with the source of the odor, it molecularly binds to it to neutralize the odor. The odor instantly disappears. The only smell that’s left behind is a light pleasant scent. See the science behind this advanced odor neutralizing technology and why Purodora products are guaranteed to work! Pro Tips The key is to make sure the odor neutralizer reaches ALL of the urine To eliminate the smell completely and permanently, odor neutralizers must come in contact with all of the urine (the source of the odor). To remove urine odors from porous or absorbent surfaces such as concrete, asphalt, soil, crushed stone, ceramic grout, raw wood or fabrics, a few treatments may be needed for the product to penetrate deep enough to reach all of the urine. Removing urine odor from hard surfaces Here’s how to get rid of that awful cat or dog urine smell from hard surfaces such as crushed stone, asphalt, concrete, garden furniture, etc. Required materials: Spray bottleDuration of treatment: 15 to 30 minutes depending on the surface being treatedRecommended number of treatments: 1 to 3, depending on the amount of urineRecommended product: Purodora Disinfectant & Animal Odor Neutralizer Why use Purodora Disinfectant & Animal Odor Neutralizer Completely eliminates urine, feces, and skunk spray on a wide variety of hard surfaces both inside and outside the home, such as wood, paving stones, ceramic, concrete, crushed stone, asphalt, etc.Widely used in pet stores, veterinary clinics, kennels, breeders, groomers and animal sheltersNeutralizes bad odors at the source, doesn’t mask themBiodegradable, water-based and pH neutralSafe for the environment and its inhabitantsLeaves a pleasant mint scent in the air for several hoursPlus it’s guaranteed to work! How to use Purodora Disinfectant & Animal Odor Neutralizer Dilute the required amount of Purodora Disinfectant & Animal Odor Neutralizer in water and spray on any and all outdoor surfaces smelling of urine. Allow product to air dry. No rinsing required. Crushed gravel, asphalt, garden furniture, outdoor cages, etc.2 Tbsp (30 ml) of product per 4 cups (1 L) of waterConcrete or wood (balcony, siding, foundation, etc.)3 Tbsp (45 ml) of product per 4 cups (1 L) of water Pro Tips For best results, apply Purodora Disinfectant & Animal Odor Neutralizer with a garden sprayer. It will make it easier to apply the product over a large surface quickly. Don’t have a garden sprayer? No need to go out and buy one, any old spray bottle will do. Just be sure to completely cover the affected area so that the product can reach all of the urine odor and neutralize it in one treatment.When treating vertical surfaces such as the siding or foundation, be sure to spray a generous amount of product, as much of it will pour downward due to gravity. Depending on how much urine you need to treat, or how embedded it is, several treatments might be needed. Removing urine odor from fabric surfaces Here’s how to get rid of cat or dog urine smell in upholstered patio and garden furniture such as hammocks and seat cushions. Required materials: syringe and needle (only required if urine has seeped through the fabric and into the cushion)Duration of treatment: approximately 15 minutesRecommended number of treatments: 1 to 3, depending on the amount of urineRecommended product: Purodora Urine Odor Neutralizer Why use Purodora Urine Odor Neutralizer Eliminates the smell of animal urine from virtually any hard or soft surface, both indoors or out (wood floors, ceramic, concrete, mattresses, carpets, sofas and more)Eliminates odors on contact, never masks themNeutralizes stubborn urine odors that have been around for months or yearsEasy to useAlcohol-based: Dries very quickly and won’t cause fabrics and cushions to mildewWon’t stain fabrics like water-based productsLeaves a pleasant citrus scentSafe for the environment and its inhabitantsPlus it’s guaranteed to work How to use Purodora Urine Odor Neutralizer Spray Purodora Urine Odor Neutralizer on both sides of the affected surface. Allow to air dry. No rinsing required. To remove urine odors that have embedded in thick upholstered seats or cushions: Locate the spot where the urine has soaked in. Then make a circle (using a string or other means) around the affected area. Make the circle 4 to 5 inches bigger than you think it needs to be to ensure you reach all of the urine (it may have spread beyond the visible stain). Use a syringe and needle to inject Purodora Urine Odor Neutralizer directly into the cushion. Inject between 3 to 5 ml of the undiluted product at 1-inch (2.5 cm) intervals. Start at the outer edge of the circle and work your way in toward the center. That way you’ll be sure that the product will reach all of the urine. Finish the job by spraying the product all over the outer fabric. Allow to air dry. No rinsing required. The product is alcohol based and will evaporate quickly; it won’t cause fabrics to mildew. Pro Tip What to do if Purodora Urine Odor Neutralizer leaves a dark ring on fabrics Alcohol-based products like Purodora Urine Odor Neutralizer can leave a dark ring on some colored fabrics where the dye has not set properly. No need to worry! Simply rub the fabric with a damp cloth and the stain will disappear immediately Pro Tip If your cushion covers are removable and can be machine washed, add ¼ to 1/3 cup (60 to 90 ml) of Purodora Urine Odor Neutralizer to your regular laundry detergent and wash according to the cover’s label. The product won’t damage fabrics and will remove even long-embedded odors. Removing urine odor from organic surfaces Here’s how to get rid of the urine smell from your lawn, shrubs, flowers, trees, etc. Required materials: Spray bottleDuration of treatment: approximately 15 minutesRecommended number of treatments: 1 or 2, depending on the amount of urineRecommended product: Purodora Disinfectant & Animal Odor Neutralizer (See “How to remove urine odor from hard surfaces” for product features and uses) How to use Purodora Disinfectant & Animal Odor Neutralizer: To eliminate urine (or excrement) odors from lawns, soil, shrubs or even flowers, simply dilute 1/2 cup (120 ml) of Purodora Disinfectant & Animal Odor Neutralizer in 1 gallon (4 L) of water and spray the affect area. Allow product to air dry. No rinsing required. Pro Tip For best results, apply Purodora Disinfectant & Animal Odor Neutralizer with a garden sprayer. It will make it easier to apply the product over a large surface quickly. Don’t have a garden sprayer? No need to go out and buy one, any old spray bottle will do. Just be sure to completely cover the affected area so that the product can reach all of the urine odor and neutralize it in one treatment. Getting rid of skunk smell from backyard Use Purodora Disinfectant & Animal Odor Neutralizer. It will completely eliminate the smell of skunk spray from all sorts of outdoor surfaces. Lawns1 ½ cups (300 ml) in 1 gallon (4 L) of warm waterTrees, shrub & flowers1 cup (250 ml) in 1 gallon (4 L) of warm waterCrushed stone, brick or concrete exteriors½ cup (100 ml) in 1 gallon (4 L) of warm water Spray the diluted product on the affected area and allow to air dry. No rinsing required. Eliminating strong smells in garbage, recycling and compost bins Here’s how you can eliminate that awful garbage smell wafting from your garbage, recycling or compost bin: Forget the all-purpose cleaners in your pantry. You need a product like Purodora Garbage Bin & Container Odor Neutralizer. Completely neutralizes garbage odors in less than 10 minutesSafe to use with all indoor and outdoor residential garbage, compost and recycling bins – both plastic and metalSafe for you and your familyLeaves a pleasant eucalyptus scentGuaranteed to work Step 1. Rinse the inside of the bin with water to remove any residue. Step 2. Spray the entire inside of bin (including lid) with Purodora Garbage Bin & Container Odor Neutralizer. Step 3. Scrub with a brush and re-rinse with clean water. Step 4. Re-spray the entire inside of bin (including lid) one more time. Allow product to stand a few minutes to penetrate the pores of the plastic or metal. Step 5. Re-rinse with clean water and allow to dry. Pro Tip Hot weather can amplify garbage smells. During hot spells, spray your bins regularly with Purodora Garbage Bin & Container Odor Neutralizer to prevent odors from occurring in the first place. During the hot summer months, you can repeat this treatment as often as needed. Get more bang for your buck with multi-purpose odor destroyers Purodora products are designed to eliminate specific odors, but can also be used for a wide range of purposes inside and outside the home. Other uses for Purodora Urine Odor Neutralizer Also great for removing both human and animal urine odor from indoor furniture such as couches and mattresses. A great help during potty training! It also eliminates the smell of feces, vomit, curdled milk and skunk on fabrics, carpets, cushions and sofas. Other uses for Purodora Disinfectant & Animal Odor Neutralizer Also great as an all-purpose floor cleaner. Safe to use on wood, laminate, ceramic, vinyl, and concrete. Removes pet odors in the home and leaves a pleasant minty smell in the air for several hours. Where to find Purodora products Purodora Disinfectant & Animal Odor Neutralizer, Purodora Urine Odor Neutralizer and Purodora Garbage Bin & Container Odor Neutralizer are available online and at many pet supply stores. To find the retailer nearest you, see our Find Us section! We want you to be completely satisfied with our products. If you have any questions or comments, contact us by email, phone or live chat! We’re here to help!
Dog Sprayed by Skunk – PROVEN Recipe for Removing Skunk Smell
It’s late one night and you’re letting your dog out to do his business before going to bed. You’re standing there half asleep when you realize Charlie is taking longer than usual. Then it hits you: the overpowering stench of skunk. It’s going to be a long night. You try all the homemade recipes you can think of to get rid of the skunk smell from your dog: vinegar, tomato juice, peroxide… but nothing seems to work. Don’t worry. Here is THE only recipe you need to remove skunk odor from your dog. This simple 3-step method is guaranteed to work and is safe for your pet! Read on for step-by-step instructions. Why homemade recipes for removing skunk odor on a dog don’t work There’s no lack of DIY recipes on the web that claim to remove skunk odor from dogs. Most of us have heard of bathing the dog in tomato juice. But there are also recipes using vinegar or peroxide. Unfortunately, these recipes don't actually remove the odor. They simply mask it by covering the pet with another strong smell. As soon as it rains or the dog gets wet, the strong skunk smell will return. Better to get rid of the skunk spray odor once and for good. Only a skunk odor neutralizer can eliminate skunk smell from a dog’s coat quickly, safely and COMPLETELY. Why it takes an odor neutralizer to totally remove skunk smell Odor neutralizers work directly on the molecule causing the odor. They “defuse" the molecule to eliminate the skunk smell fast and completely. How to get skunk smell off dog – step-by step instructions Step 1. Leave the skunk smell outside If your pet has been sprayed by a skunk, start the treatment outside so that you don’t bring the skunk smell in your house. Some pets are so bothered by the smell that they will rub themselves on anything they can to get the skunk spray off their coat – such as the couch, the carpet, your bed, etc. Believe us, leaving your pet outside will save you a ton of headaches. And to be on the safe side, keep the windows closed and the air conditioning on so that the skunk smell doesn’t seep inside. What’s that? In your moment of panic you let the dog in and now the house smells of skunk? No worries. Here’s how you can get rid of skunk smell in a house. Step 2. Eliminate the skunk odor at the source Skunks spray a thick yellow liquid that’s incredibly pungent and even corrosive. If you see traces of this liquid on your pet (often on the head or neck), it’s essential that you remove it with a cloth and water as soon as possible. We recommend rinsing any areas of your pet's body where you can see this yellowish liquid at least three times with clean water. Why it’s important to remove the yellow skunk spray first It makes it easier for you and your pet to breathe. This will help you both calm down a little.You’re removing the actual source of the odor. This makes it much easier to eliminate the remaining odor afterwards.It minimizes the amount of skunk spray your pet can ingest. (Some veterinarians have told us of cases where cats have licked their coats to remove the skunk liquid and suffered burns to the roof of their mouth and even their esophagus.) Step 3. Wash your dog (especially the head)! The last step is to neutralize the skunk odor, rather than mask it. The best product to remove skunk smell on a dog is Purodora Skunk Odor Neutralizer Duo For Pets. Why dog owners love this duo: GUARANTEED to workEasy to useSafe for your pet, for you and for the planetParaben freeNon-irritant; dermatologically testedPleasant cotton flower and apple blossom scentJust follow the instructions on the label and your dog will be smelling fresh as a daisy in no time! Pro tip for removing skunk spray smell from your pet ALWAYS thoroughly clean the pet’s head, as it’s usually the main target of the spray (animals often follow skunks from behind). Since the bulk of the skunk spray will be concentrated in this area, this is also where the bulk of the skunk odor is coming from. Be prepared with safe products guaranteed to work! Most dogs (and backyards) will at one time or another get sprayed by a skunk. We also know how easy it is to panic when it happens. Be prepared by having these skunk spray shampoo and odor removers on hand. That way, when the inevitable does occur, you’ll be ready to act quickly. Breathe easy See how easy that was? We have safe and effective solutions for ALL your odor problems. Have a question about our products? Write to us or to give us a call. We’re always here to help. Our pet products are sold online, but also in selected stores. Find a point of sale near you.
Get Rid of Trash Smells FAST
Let’s face it. Garbage stinks. But your garbage bins don’t need to. Here’s how you can easily eliminate odors from indoor and outdoor garbage, compost and recycling bins. This technique is guaranteed to work and is safe for you and your family. Best of all, it only takes 10 minutes or less! Get garbage smells out of outdoor garbage bin Able to smell your outdoor garbage bin from across the yard, even though you recently cleaned it? Don’t give up hope. You’ve probably just been using the wrong cleaner. If you want to totally eliminate garbage smells from your bin, you need a cleaner that also contains an odor neutralizer. Forget the all-purpose cleaners in your pantry. You need a product like Purodora Garbage Bin & Container Odor Neutralizer. Here’s why: Completely neutralizes garbage odors in less than 10 minutesSafe to use with all indoor and outdoor residential garbage, compost and recycling bins – both plastic and metalSafe for you and your familyLeaves a pleasant eucalyptus scentIt’s guaranteed to work How to eliminate smells in outdoor garbage, compost or recycling bin – step-by-step instructions Here’s how to eliminate odors from your outdoor garbage, compost or recycling bin in just a few minutes. Step 1. Rinse the inside of the bin with water to remove any residue. Step 2. Spray the entire inside of bin (including inside of lid) with Purodora Garbage Bin & Container Odor Neutralizer. Step 3. Scrub with a brush and rinse again with clean water. Step 4. Re-spray the entire inside of the bin (including lid) one more time. Allow product to stand a few minutes to penetrate the pores of the plastic or metal. Step 5. Re-rinse with clean water and allow to dry. Pro Tip Hot weather can amplify garbage smells. During hot spells, spray your bins regularly with Purodora Garbage Bin & Container Odor Neutralizer to prevent odors from occurring in the first place. How to get waste smells out of a kitchen trash can, compost container or recycling box – step-by-step instructions If there’s anything worse than a stinky outdoor garbage bin, it’s a stinky indoor garbage bin. Here’s how you can eliminate strong smells in your kitchen’s compost container, recycling box or garbage can. It only takes a few minutes and it works like a charm! Step 1. Rinse the inside of the container with water to remove any residue. Step 2. Spray the entire inside of the container (including inside of lid) with Purodora Garbage Bin & Container Odor Neutralizer. Step 3. Wipe the entire inside of container with a clean cloth and rinse with clear water. Step 4. Re-spray the entire inside of the bin (including lid) one more time. Allow product to stand a few minutes to penetrate the pores of the plastic or metal. Step 5. Re-rinse container with clean water and wipe dry. Garbage stinks. But your bins don’t have to. Compost, recycling and garbage bins get a lot of abuse – and little attention – until they start reeking of garbage. Get Purodora Garbage Bin & Container Odor Neutralizer today and get the upper hand on that awful smell in your kitchen or yard once and for all. Satisfaction guaranteed! Get rid of any odor problem Struggling with other persistent and hard-to-eliminate odors? Check out many other odor removers for virtually any odor problem. Or ask us – we’re here to help! Contact us by email, phone or live chat. We’ll help you breathe easy again! Purodora odor neutralizers are available online and at many pet supply stores. Check out our Find Us section to find the retailer nearest you.
