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My Dog Got Sprayed by a Skunk... Help!
There must be something skunky going on because we’ve been getting all sorts of calls recently from frantic people whose dog had just been sprayed by a skunk. Should they wash the dog with regular soap? With a mix of tomato juice & hydrogen peroxide? Read on for the no-fail method that we always recommend to get rid of the skunk smell. No-fail method to get out skunk smell from dog The following method removes skunk smell from a dog – quickly, safely and completely – in just 3 easy steps. The key is to act quickly and use the right products. We recommend Purodora Skunk Odor Neutralizer Duo For Pets. This duo will completely eliminate skunk smell quickly while being safe for your dog. Did you know? All products in our My Furry Best Friend line are non-irritating and dermatologically tested. This also applies to our Purodora Skunk Odor Neutralizer Duo For Pets. How to get skunk smell off dog in 3 easy steps: Step 1: Remove any excess yellow liquid skunk spray from your dog’s coat with a clean cloth. BE SURE TO DO THIS STEP OUTSIDE. (Believe us: You don’t want to let that skunk smell inside your house.) Oh-oh. Dog got inside before you noticed? See how to get rid of skunk smell in house. Why it’s important to act quickly. Skunk spray is highly corrosive and can cause serious burns to a dog’s tongue, mouth and throat. Even if your dog didn’t get sprayed directly in the face (it often happens), there’s a good chance it will try to lick off the spray. The last thing you need right now is an emergency visit to the vet. Step 2: WHILE STILL OUTSIDE, remove most of the skunk smell from your dog (pre-treatment). Note: The goal of this pre-treatment step is to eliminate enough of the skunk smell so that you can comfortably bring your dog inside to bathe it – without having to worry about making your home stink of skunk. Generously spray Purodora Skunk Odor Neutralizer for Pets all over your dog. Apply enough to completely wet the dog’s coat.Be sure to also treat the dog’s head, which is usually the area that gets the brunt of the spray. Take care to avoid spraying your dog in the eyes, nose & mouth. Most people find it easier to dilute a clean cloth with Purodora Skunk Odor Neutralizer for Pets and carefully wipe the face.Massage the product deeply into the entire coat. Let the product work for 10-15 minutes, then immediately move on to the next step. Do not rinse off. Pro Tip Always move on to step 3 immediately after completing step 2. Purodora Skunk Odor Neutralizer for Pets and Purodora Pet Shampoo & Skunk Odor Neutralizer need to work together to get rid of skunk smell completely. Step 3: Eliminate 100% of the skunk smell from your dog. Apply Purodora Pet Shampoo & Skunk Odor Neutralizer to your dog’s entire coat, working it into a rich, thick lather. (If you’re not producing a thick lather, use more product.)Again, be sure to carefully clean your dog’s head. You can apply the product to the face with a clean wet cloth diluted with the shampoo.Let the product work for 20 minutes. If your dog had lots of skunk spray on its coat, you can leave the product on 10 minutes longer.Rinse thoroughly and dry the coat with a towel or hair dryer. And you’re done! Unlike some remedies, which often see the skunk smell return when the weather gets humid and rainy, this method gets rid of the skunk smell for good. And best of all, it’s safe for your dog (and for you!). Before you let your dog go back outside… How to Get Rid of Skunk Smell Outside the House So, our dog skunk remedy worked like a charm, but now you’re noticing skunk smell outside your house? It’s often the case. We recently heard from someone whose dog got sprayed by a skunk right on the balcony and his whole backyard reeked of skunk. Good news: We have a no-fail solution for getting rid of skunk smell outside the house, too. We recommend using Purodora Disinfectant & Animal Odor Neutralizer. This concentrated odor neutralizer does a fantastic job of eliminating skunk smell from all sorts of surfaces, including lawns & gardens, concrete, brick, wood and more (think: balconies, siding, gazebos, etc.) Did you know? Skunk spray can absorb deeply into porous material such as concrete, making the smell very difficult to remove. You might need to repeat the Purodora Disinfectant & Animal Odor Neutralizer treatment a few times, but don’t lose hope. The product will eventually seep deep enough into the material to reach all of the odor-causing molecules and get rid of the smell completely. Don’t worry even if you need to do several treatments. The product won’t damage porous materials or even vegetation. If your grass, shrubs or flowers smell of skunk: Dilute 3 Tbsp of Purodora Disinfectant & Animal Odor Neutralizer in 4 cups of warm water.Spray the affected area and allow to air dry.If needed, repeat the treatment as needed. If your balcony or siding smells of skunk: Dilute 3 Tbsp of Purodora Disinfectant & Animal Odor Neutralizer in 4 cups of warm water.Spray the affected area and allow to air dry.If needed, repeat the treatment as needed. Take a deep breath! We know that a skunky dog (or backyard) can be panic-inducing. We’ve got your back, with safe and effective solutions for all your odor problems. Got a question about our products? Write, call or live chat with us. We’re always happy to help! Purodora odor neutralizers are available online and at many pet supply stores. Check out our Find Us section to find the retailer nearest you.
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!
Eliminate Unwanted Odors in a Home – How-to Guide
Moving into a new house is always an exciting step in anyone’s life. After all, each home has its own unique charms. Unfortunately, some pre-owned homes also come with their own unique odors – some of which aren’t so charming. Whether you’re getting ready to move or simply tackling some much-needed spring cleaning, this How-To Guide will explain how to get rid of the most common (and unwanted) odors in a home. These tips are also great if you’re getting your home ready for sale. In this guide: What’s the best home odor remover: Neutralizer or deodorizer?How odor neutralizers workThe right technique for getting rid of odors in a home How to get rid of pet odors in the house (cat, dog, ferret, mouse)Eliminating cigarette smell in houseEliminating damp and musty smells from the houseWhat to do if you still smell the odor after a couple of treatmentsWhere to find Purodora products What’s the best home odor remover: Neutralizer or deodorizer? The particles behind a home’s strong, lingering odors such as urine, cigarette and musty smells, can seep into all sorts of surfaces. When it comes to eliminating any unwanted smell, you have to locate the source of the odor and neutralize it. Unfortunately, few products sold in stores are actually odor neutralizers; they simply mask or deodorize the smell. Some merely create an unpleasant mix of odors that can make the situation worse. Even if these products do work for a while, the unwanted odor will eventually return. To completely eliminate stubborn odors for good, you need a product containing an odor neutralizer that’s specific to the molecule behind the odor. Purodora products use advanced odor-neutralizing technology to eliminate even the most stubborn odors on contact (including products that eliminate skunk smell). How odor neutralizers work Purodora odor neutralizers quickly and permanently eliminate all types of tough odor problems, including cigar, wet dog smell and urine. They even eliminate odors that have been around for 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 Purodora products leave behind is a fresh, pleasant scent. See the science behind this advanced odor neutralizing technology and why Purodora products are guaranteed to work! PRO TIPFor best results, make sure the odor neutralizer reaches ALL of the unwanted odor To eliminate the unwanted smells completely and permanently, odor neutralizers need to come into contact with the entire source of the odor. For deeply embedded odors, a few treatments may be needed for the product to reach all of the odor-causing molecules and neutralize them entirely. The right technique for getting rid of odors in a home Having the right products is important, but it will only take you so far. You also need to use the right odor-removing technique. Below we explain the best odor-removing techniques and products that are proven to work. How to get rid of pet odors in the house (cat, dog, ferret, mouse) If the previous tenants had multiple pets, the house or apartment might be full of all sorts of animal smells: cat urine, wet dog, skunk spray – pets can create a kaleidoscope of smells! PRO TIPGeneral pet odor or urine smell? The first step is to figure out what type of odor you’re dealing with, since different odors need to be treated with different products. Eliminating general pet odors Eliminating general pet odors from hard surfaces We recommend using Purodora Disinfectant and Animal Odor Neutralizer. It’s used by pet stores, veterinary clinics, boarding houses, breeders, groomers and animal shelters as a routine cleaner and urine odor neutralizer. Quickly eliminates all animal odorsNeutralizes odors, doesn’t mask themDoes double duty as a household cleaner and disinfectant that’s safe to use on all hard surfaces: wood floors, walls, ceilings, ceramic, cabinets, concrete, etc.Leaves a clean mint scent for several hoursWon’t damage or dull the finish on wood floorsWater-based and has a neutral pHSafe for people, pets and planet How to use Purodora Disinfectant and Animal Odor Neutralizer Clean floors and walls with ½ cup (120 ml) of Purodora Disinfectant and Animal Odor Neutralizer mixed with in 1 gallon (4 L) of water. Eliminating general pet odors in the ambient air A surprising amount of pet odors are actually trapped in the ambient air. Here’s how you can get rid of airborne animal odors in any room of your home. In homes WITH a ventilation system, air exchanger or air conditioning system Spray the diluted Purodora Disinfectant and Animal Odor Neutralizer on the filters of the ventilation or A/C system or air exchanger. Immediately reinstall the filters while still wet with the product and run the system continuously to distribute the product in the ventilation ducts and throughout the house to eliminate unwanted odors.If you can, respray the filters every 2 hours until the odor is completely gone. In homes WITHOUT a ventilation system, air exchanger or air conditioning system Spray the diluted Purodora Disinfectant and Animal Odor Neutralizer on a clean cloth and hang over a table or floor fan.Run the fan for one hour in each room where pet odors are present. Keep the windows open, if possible.You can treat multiple rooms at the same time if you have access to more than one fan. Eliminating pet urine odors Unlike general pet odors, which are often present throughout the house, urine odors are usually localized to specific areas – such as in the room where the litter box was kept. However, if the previous tenants had multiple pets – or if the pet was prone to “accidents”, there may be urine odors in more than one room. The first step is to locate the source of the urine odor. PRO TIP If you’re lucky enough to be able to ask the previous owners about the pets, this will make your odor-destroying job easier. Ask questions like: How long have you had pets? Where was the litter box or pee pad located? Did the pet tend to urinate in a specific spot? Did it ever urinate in other places? If you aren’t able to ask the previous tenants, use your nose. Get down on your hands and knees and start sniffing around the most common areas where pets tend to pee: patio doors, windowsills, near heaters, in bathrooms and the laundry room. You might feel a little silly, but your nose will tell you where the dried-up urine is hiding. Once you have found the source of the odor, use a proven urine odor neutralizer like Purodora Urine Odor Neutralizer. Why use Purodora Urine Odor Neutralizer: Neutralizes urine (and other odors) on contactEven totally destroys odors that have been ingrained for yearsEasy to use; just spray and walk awayWorks on both hard and soft surfaces: wood, ceramic & concrete floors, mattresses, carpets, sofas and moreWon’t stain fabricsLeaves a pleasant citrus scentAlcohol-based product that evaporates quickly to leave surfaces dryWon’t cause boards to swell and warp (like water-based product)Won’t promote the growth of mold How to use Purodora Urine Odor Neutralizer Purodora Urine Odor Neutralizer is used in different ways, depending on the surface being treated. Eliminating pet urine odors from low-pile carpets or concrete floors Spray Purodora Urine Odor Neutralizer directly on the affected surface and allow to air dry. No rinsing required. Eliminating pet urine odors from thick carpets Make a circle around the affected area and enlarge it by 4 to 5 inches to make sure the product reaches all of the urine. Inject Purodora Urine Odor Neutralizer into the base of the carpet with a syringe and needle (it’s easy and it really works!). Start at the outside of the circle and work your way toward the center. Inject roughly 1 tsp (3 to 5 ml) of Purodora Urine Odor Neutralizer at 1-inch intervals to make sure the product reaches all of the urine. PRO TIPWhat to do if Purodora Urine Odor Neutralizer leaves a dark ring on fabrics Alcohol-based products like Urine Odor Neutralizer can sometimes leave a dark ring on certain 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 Eliminating pet urine odors from wood or ceramic floors When it comes to wood or ceramic floors, it’s not the boards or tiles where the urine odor is coming from, but the porous grout between the tiles and the spaces between and underneath the boards. You’ll need to get Purodora Urine Odor Neutralizer into these small spaces for it to reach and neutralize the urine odor. Use a narrow squirt bottle to get the product into the grout or cracks in the floor with more precision.Wipe off any excess product on the surface of the floor with a damp cloth. Purodora Urine Odor Neutralizer will instantly neutralize the urine odor on contact and then quickly evaporate without damaging the grout or causing the boards to swell and warp. Eliminating stubborn pet urine smell from floors Since gravity also works on urine, it may have sunk deeper into the concrete or carpet. In this case, a second treatment may be required. If the odor is coming from a baseboard trim, be sure to insert Purodora Urine Odor Neutralizer between the floor and the baseboard using a squirt bottle.If the sections between the wood planks are too tight, you can use a syringe and needle instead of a squirt bottle. Eliminating cigarette smell in house Cigarette smoke can infiltrate just about anything in a home: the ventilation system, between walls, carpets, plastics – you name it. But it can be done, especially with the right products. PRO TIP Before tackling the cigarette odor problem in your home, look for any yellowish streaks on the walls. This might be a sign that the previous occupants smoked heavily or for a long time. A simple household cleaner will not be enough to remove these smoke streaks. A degreaser that’s safe to use on walls will do the trick. We recommend two cigarette odor neutralizers, depending on the type of surface being treated. Both are specifically designed to neutralize the cigarette, cigar and cannabis odors. Eliminating cigarette smell from hard surfaces Why use Purodora Smoke Odor Neutralizer for Hard Surfaces Guaranteed to work (contains a neutralizer specific to smoke odor from cannabis, cigarettes and cigars)Thoroughly cleans dirt and removes nicotine particles from any hard surfaceWater-based concentrated neutralizerBiodegradable and pH neutralSafe for people, pets & homeNo rinsing requiredLeaves a pleasant pine and citrus scent in the air for several hours after use How to use Purodora Smoke Odor Neutralizer for Hard Surfaces Mix ½ cup (120 ml) of Purodora Smoke Odor Neutralizer for Hard Surfaces with 1 gallon (4 L) of water and clean all hard surfaces (walls, floors, ceilings, cabinets, etc.) with a clean cloth. Allow to air dry. No need to rinse. Be sure to also clean the filters in your range hood. Eliminating cigarette smell from fabric surfaces Why use Purodora Smoke Odor Neutralizer for Fabrics Guaranteed to work (contains a neutralizer specific to smoke odor from cannabis, cigarettes and cigars)Completely eliminates smoke odors in fabrics and other soft surfaces such as upholstered furnitureEasy-to-use product, no diluting or rinsing requiredAlcohol-based neutralizer: works on contact and then quickly evaporates to eliminate the risk of fabrics mildewingWon’t stain fabricsAlso great for use on car seats, carpets & seatbeltsSafe for people, pets & homeLeaves a pleasant peach & sandalwood scent in the air for several hours after use How to use Purodora Smoke Odor Neutralizer for Fabrics Spray Purodora Smoke Odor Neutralizer for Fabrics on carpets, curtains or any other fabric that smells of cigarette smoke. Allow to air dry. No rinsing required. PRO TIP If the previous tenants were heavy smokers, or lived in the home for a long time, the nicotine molecule will probably have infiltrated everywhere – even behind the walls. You may need to repeat the treatment over several days. Don’t lose hope. Within a few days, Purodora Smoke Odor Neutralizer for Fabrics will reach the entire source of the odor and completely eliminate it. Eliminating cigarette smell from the ambient air In homes WITH a ventilation system, air exchanger or air conditioning system Option 1. Clean the filters. For best results, soak them in a bucket for 1 hour in 2 to 8 Tbsp. (30 to 120 ml) of Purodora Smoke Odor Neutralizer for Hard Surfaces mixed with 1 gallon (4 L) of water. (Use the lesser amount of product for light cleaning; the larger amount for deep cleaning). Make sure the filters are completely submerged. Option 2. Replace the filters if they are very old or dirty. Spray the new filters with the diluted Purodora Smoke Odor Neutralizer for Hard Surfaces. For both options, put the filters immediately back in the system and run it continuously to distribute the product through the system ducts. Re-spray the filters every 2 hours times to completely neutralize the odor in the air ducts and ambient air. PRO TIPAlways use a water-based odor neutralizer to clean filters in a ventilation system, air exchanger or air conditioning system Using an alcohol-based odor neutralizer could pose a fire risk if the filters are located close to the system’s motor. Purodora Smoke Odor Neutralizer for Hard Surfaces is water-based, so there’s no risk of fire. In homes WITHOUT a ventilation system, air exchanger or air conditioning system Spray Purodora Smoke Odor Neutralizer for Fabrics on a clean cloth and hang it over a fan. Run the fan continuously for one hour in the room. Keep the windows open, if possible.Repeat in each room that smells of smoke. You can treat multiple rooms at the same time if you have access to more than one fan. Eliminating damp and musty smells from the house If the house has been empty or sealed up for a while, it may have acquired a musty smell. Other homes can develop a damp smell – particularly in the basement, the garage or the bathroom. To eliminate this unpleasant smell, we recommend cleaning and treating the air with Purodora Damp Odor Neutralizer. It effectively eliminates all musty and damp odors. Why use Purodora Damp Odor Neutralizer Guaranteed to workCompletely eliminates damp odors in hard surfaces (concrete, wood, walls or ceilings)Easy-to-use product, no rinsing requiredAlso great for use on carpetsSafe for people, pets & homeLeaves a pleasant herbs & peach scent in the air for several hours after use How to use Purodora Damp Odor Neutralizer Step 1: Find out what’s causing the odor If you’re noticing a damp smell in your home, the very first thing you should do is try to identify and locate the source of the smell as it may be hiding a larger problem that will need to be fixed. Otherwise, the damp smell will just keep returning. PRO TIP If you can’t pinpoint the exact source of the problem, start by treating the air in your home. It might make it easier to identify where the smell is coming from. Eliminating damp and musty smells from hard surfaces Dilute ½ cup (120 ml) of Purodora Damp Odor Neutralizer in 1 gallon (4 L) of warm water and clean all hard surfaces (floors, cabinets, walls). Eliminating damp and musty smells from raw wood, plywood and metal Spray the diluted Purodora Damp Odor Neutralizer directly on the surface and allow to work. Eliminating damp and musty smells from the ambient air In homes WITH a ventilation system, air exchanger or air conditioning system Spray the new filters with the diluted Purodora Damp Odor Neutralizer. Put the filters back in the system while still wet with the product and run it continuously to distribute the product through the system ducts. Re-spray the filters every 2 hours times to completely neutralize the odor in the air ducts and ambient air. In homes WITHOUT a ventilation system, air exchanger or air conditioning system Spray the diluted Purodora Damp Odor Neutralizer on a clean cloth and hang it over a fan. Run the fan continuously for one hour in the room. If possible, keep the windows open.Repeat in each room with a damp or musty smell. You can treat multiple rooms at the same time if you have access to more than one fan. What to do if you still smell the odor after a couple of treatments Don’t worry. Just be patient and keep at it. It can take up to several days to completely eliminate the smell of smoke from a home – especially if the cigarette smell has been around for a long time. Don’t get discouraged. If 75% of the smell is gone within a few days, it means the treatment is working, but that there are still some nicotine particles left to neutralize. Keep treating the surfaces or rooms. Eventually you will eliminate 100% of the cigarette smell from your home, once and for all. Get more bang for your buck with multi-purpose odor destroyers We know how frustrating it can be to buy a specialized product you might only use once. Purodora products are designed to eliminate specific odors, but can also be used for a wide range of purposes both inside and outside the home. Where to find Purodora products Purodora odor neutralizers are available online and at many pet supply stores. To find the retailer nearest you, consult 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.
How to Get Skunk Smell Out of Your House
So a skunk must have sprayed somewhere outside your house because now your entire home reeks of skunk. You’ve tried everything you can think of: opening all the windows, cleaning the floors & walls… but nothing seems to work. No need to lose hope (or move house); there are products out there that really do work – quickly and safely. Proven products for removing skunk smell The smell of skunk spray can permeate almost anything – from your lawn to the exterior siding on your home and everything inside it. This includes clothes and bedding, upholstered furniture and mattresses, curtains and carpets… and more. The good news is that you can quickly and completely eliminate skunk smell inside and outside your home with just two safe and easy-to-use products. We know you’re desperate to get that skunk smell out of your home. Please think twice before trying a home remedy for eliminating skunk smell in your home. Not all of those so-called miracle solutions on the internet will be safe for your family or for the surfaces in and around your home. The last thing you need right now is to make the problem worse. Two proven skunk smell removers are Purodora Urine Odor Neutralizer and Purodora Disinfectant and Animal Odor Neutralizer. These odor neutralizers work deeply and quickly to quickly remove skunk smell from virtually anything. Best of all, they are safe for use both inside and outside your home. They won’t stain fabrics or hard surfaces – or damage your lawn, plants and other shrubbery. Step 1: Get rid of the skunk smell outside the house first Like it or not, you need to get rid of the skunk smell outside your house first. Otherwise, the smell will just creep its way back inside – no matter how much cleaning you do. Dilute 1 cup of Purodora Animal Odor Neutralizer & Disinfectant in 1 gallon (4 L) of water. This odor neutralizer is safe for lawns and all plants, such as shrubs and flower beds.Use a spray bottle to spray the affected area and allow to air dry. No need to rinse. A single dose usually does the trick, but you can repeat the treatment if the skunk smell is very strong. Did you know? Purodora has effective odor removers for all types of tough odor problems: animals, smoke, farm, food, perspiration and more. Tackle your other tough odor problems! Step 2: Remove the skunk smell inside the house Now that you’ve eliminated the smell of skunk outside, you can take the battle indoors. Start by cleaning the walls, floors and ceilings: Mix 2 Tbsp of Purodora Disinfectant and Animal Odor Neutralizer with 4 cups of water.Wet a clean cloth with the solution and thoroughly wipe down all hard surfaces.Allow to air dry. No rinsing required. Pro Tip Purodora Disinfectant and Animal Odor Neutralizer also doubles as a fantastic surface cleaner. So while you’re neutralizing the smell of skunk, you’re also leaving your walls, floors and ceilings gleaming. How to remove skunk smell from a house with a ventilation, air exchanger or air conditioning system Skunk odor penetrates all absorbent materials – including the filters in ventilation, air exchanger and air conditioning systems. Clean the filter using 2 Tbsp of Purodora Disinfectant and Animal Odor Neutralizer mixed with 4 cups of water. Do not rinse.Reinstall the filter while still wet with the product and run the system continuously for 24 to 48 hours. This will distributed Purodora Disinfectant and Animal Odor Neutralizer throughout the ducts and throughout the home to eliminate the smell of skunk from the ambient air. The skunk smell should completely disappear within 24 to 48 hours. If not, simply repeat the treatment. The goal is to eliminate 100% of the skunk smell. How to remove skunk smell from a house that does not have a ventilation, air exchanger or air conditioning system Even if your house doesn’t have a ventilation, air exchanger or air conditioning system, you can still use Purodora Disinfectant and Animal Odor Neutralizer to get rid of the skunk smell in the air. Spray a clean cloth with 2 Tbsp of Purodora Disinfectant and Animal Odor Neutralizer mixed with 4 cups of water.Hang the cloth over or in front of a portable fan.Run the fan for one hour in each room that smells of skunk. How to get the skunk smell out of clothes and other fabrics If the skunk smell has also made its way into fabrics (sofas, carpets, curtain, clothing, etc.), use Purodora Urine Odor Neutralizer. This odor neutralizer is safe for fabrics and will not stain them. Spray Purodora Urine Odor Neutralizer undiluted directly on the fabric surface.If the fabric is machine washable: Leave product on for 10 to 15 minutes then machine wash with regular detergent.If the fabric is NOT machine washable: Allow surface to air dry. No need to rinse. 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 immediately disappear. Don’t get caught empty handed! Get Purodora Urine Odor Neutralizer and Purodora Disinfectant and Animal Odor Neutralizer today so that if your skunk ever comes back, you’ll be prepared. You and your family will be glad you did! Home sweet-smelling home It’s easy to panic when your home stinks of skunk. Fortunately, you now know exactly what to do! Just two safe and effective products, a little bit of elbow grease and your home will be smelling (and looking) like new again! Have a question about our products? Write, call or live chat with us. We’re always here to help. Purodora odor neutralizers are available online and at many pet supply stores. Check out our Find Us section to find the retailer nearest you.
