Cleaning Up Pet Accidents

Whether housebreaking a new puppy or dealing with a stressed-out kitty, most pet owners will eventually come upon the dreaded "yellow spot" on the carpet. To prevent future accidents brought on by the lingering smell of urine, follow these steps:

Soak up as much urine as possible as quickly as possible with a cloth or paper towel. Put the towel over the spot and press down with your hand. Applying pressure to the wet area helps press the liquid out of the carpet layers and pad. Repeat this process with clean, dry towels until you have dried the area as much as possible.
Clean the carpet area with a specially formulated cleaner. There are three types from which to choose. Detergent cleaning products break up the urine and help lift the stain. Products with enzymes attack the urine's chemical makeup and help eliminate the residual odor. There are even products with special bacteria that "eat" the stain. Whichever you choose, be sure to follow label directions.