Dog stains on carpet

Question

My sweet dog passed away on my carpet two days ago. There are stains that I've tried to get up on beige carpet with no success...
 Any suggestions?

Woodbridge Environmental Tiptophouse.com · Answer

So sorry for your loss. Its hard when one looses a pet. 
The stains should be removable using Resolve carpet cleaner for pets. We use it on our same color carpet when our doggie is left alone for to long and makes a mistake. 
The trick is to blot the stain and not rub it in or it will set deeper in the pile. 
It may take a few cleanings but it should clean up ok 
Also be sure to lightly fluff up the nap once you blot the moisture out so when it dries the carpet will look better once dried.

Red Cottage Chronicles · Answer

Sorry for the loss of your beloved pet. We have been through that ourselves last month. The very best pet (and vomit and make up and blood and wine and coffee, etc. etc.) stain remover I have ever come across is Folex Instant Carpet Spot Remover. It has completely eliminated several types of pet stains. As well as grape juice and other dark stains. The stain literally vanishes before your eyes. (And I should add, I have white carpet and white slip covered sofa's!) I am in Canada, but it was recommended to me by a friend in the US, so you should be able to find it where you are.

Cloudrider53 · Answer

So sorry to hear of your loss. You need an emzyme eater, you can get it at any pet supply store. Regular carpet cleaners don't have the ingredients needed to remove body fluids.

Lynn Curtis · Answer

Have you tried hydrogen peroxide?  That has helped me on some pretty stubborn stains.  So sorry about your loss.  :(. Hugs!

Michelle · Answer

Nature's Miracle , non toxic works awesome!! Any pet store carries this product. I am sorry about the passing of your pet.

Cheri · Answer

I use Woolite OXY DEEP 2X for any stains on my carpet, furniture, etc.  I have never had it not work.  I am so sorry for your loss.  They are family.

Merritt · Answer

So very very sorry you lost your sweet dog. As for the stains. The only thing that worked for me is 'Nature's Miracle.'  It's an enzyme eater and you can find it at your big box pet store. It comes in gallons and spray bottles. It will get rid of odors as well as stains.

RCooper @ thoughtsbyher.com · Answer

I was going to recommend natures miracle as well. I am so incredibly sorry for your loss.

Graciana · Answer

How sad... You must miss him/her very much. As others have suggested, Woolite Oxy Deep is good, as well as Oxy Clean powder. I have used Nature's Miracle with good results on organic fibers, but your carpet is probably nylon. Definitely avoid using steam or heat as this will probably 'set' the stains into the fibers. I usually use denture cleaner for cleaning stains out of plastics and manmade fibers. It's made to remove stains and smells from plastics without harming them. Denture cleaner is generally made up of baking soda, citric acid and the tiniest amount of bleach. It's possible that it may change the color of your carpet, so test it in an inconspicuous spot (such as a corner inside a closet) before using it elsewhere. If you have already tried everything and simply cannot get the stains out, you may be able to cut those sections out and replace them with carpet from another area of the house (again, a closet would be a good place to 'scalp' some matching carpet). To cut the carpet out, use a razor knife (be careful!) and cut the smallest area possible while still getting the entire stained area. Save these pieces to use as patterns for your patches. While you have the carpet up, check the padding for dampness/odors. If it's wet, it could mold an you don't want that. Use silica granules to remove any moisture. You can just sprinkle them on the carpet padding and then vacuum them up the next day. Using strips of carpet tape (or duct tape) to form a patch that is the size of the cut out section plus an additional 3-4inches on all sides (so it will stick to the underside of the surrounding carpet and anchor the patch). Maneuver this patch under the hole, sticky side up. (This will not be easy and might take 2 people, one to hold the carpet up and another to slide the tape underneath.) Once the tape is in place, use a hair dryer to heat the adhesive (it should be warm and pliable but not melting). While the adhesive is still warm, place the replacement carpet patch into the hole and stand on it (you'll want a lot of pressure, so have the heaviest person available do this part) for about 2-5 minutes. This will allow the adhesive to really stick to the replacement patch before it cools. If the stains are in a high traffic area, you may even want to use a curved upholstery needle and some nylon thread to secure the edges of the patch.

Michele Brown · Answer

Would Nature's Miracle still work on a wool area rug?  I was thinking of having them steam cleaned.  One is wool, others are polyester.  Let me know what works best on each!

Woodbridge Environmental Tiptophouse.com · Answer

Natures Miracle is a enzyme cleaner. It works by destroying the odors, its really not used as a cleaning product as much as it may work, its really expensive to use for that reason. 
The best thing is to use this product directly on the area that has an odor, not sure where it is coming from? Use a black light and it will glow green in a darkened room to show you were kitty and pooch has made their mistake. This is where you would spray or saturate the area with this product. Once the green is gone so is the odor. But not necessarily the stain. 
For stains I would suggest that you determine what cleaning products that the rug manufactures have to say works best for the type of rug your looking to clean. Also be careful when steaming a rug. It might set the stain in making it harder to remove. Also excessive moisture, water, will cause a new set of issues and that is dust mites and mold in the padding.

Graciana · Answer

@@Michele Brown Don't steam clean a wool rug, it'll ruin it (the same reason you don't wash and dry wool clothing). Nature's Miracle may work on your wool rug, but test it first to make sure it doesn't alter the dye in the rug. It should be perfectly fine on your polyester rug.

Grady · Answer

I am so sorry for your loss. I love dogs and have 47 at home. What sort of stains are in your carpet? Urine stains?

Lindy Hall · Answer

If you don't want to have to go purchase stuff, get some Arm&Hammer baking powder... and make a paste... wait until it hardens, then break it up and vacuum... may need to repeat a few times. This can be used on taxidermy, toys, and all kinds of stuff. Won't affect color of carpet. 
And, am very sorry for your loss. My Scooby died last year, and I had him for 15-16 years. Still heartbroken. He was like one of my children.

Betty Johnson · Answer

What kind of carpet is this? Different types of fibers work better with different cleaning methods. There are some cleaners that hurt different kinds of carpet as well, so you have to be careful. If it's still not getting out, it might need to be cleaned by a professional. http://www.cleansweepp.net ;

SHARON SHIBLEY · Answer

I am sorry to hear your loss. Have you tried using some vinegar?

Phil · Answer

cleaning vinegar and a spot of dawn dish soap with a mixture of water will work.

DeeDee · Answer

So sorry for your loss. Losing a pet is so hard. Here's what we use on our carpet that seems to be about the same color as yours. http://www.hometalk.com/diy/clean/carpet/diy-carpet-cleaning-693840

Susan N · Answer

I don't have any better suggestions than what's already been offered but I did want to tell you that I feel for your loss of your beloved dog. Take care...

Kar4801415 · Answer

Peroxide spray on rub with tooth brush. Try in a small. Hidden area 1st

Sandra D Ceretti-Stewart · Answer

I use Resolve Pet Stains. Just spray and brush. Works everytime.

Chloe Crabtree · Answer

Use 1/4 cup of white vinegar, 1 tbsp. of Dawn dish soap, and fill with water. Spray area liberally and let soak for 5-10 minutes and then proceed with blotting with a clean, dry towel until stain is removed. Some carpet stain removal products can be of great benefit for combating many types of carpet stains.

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