How do I get dog pee smell out of hard wood floors?

Maria Morales
by Maria Morales



  6 answers
  • Beth Beth on May 15, 2019

    Your local pet store (or maybe even grocery store) should have special cleaners that can lift the smell and stain. You might need to scrub carefully between boards or in nooks and crannies. If you have a puppy, you want to clean this really thoroughly, or your puppy will keep returning to this spot.

  • CJ Houghtaling CJ Houghtaling on May 15, 2019

    Nature's Miracle. There is a whole array of products for dog and cat owners. The right spray will work - but may take several applications if the instructions on the bottle are followed precisely.

  • Simple Nature Decor Simple Nature Decor on May 15, 2019

    1. Remove pet urine quickly. Immediately blot up the urine with paper towels. Press firmly on the towels to draw the urine out of the wood. ...
    2. Mop up pet urine. Get a bottle of enzyme-based floor cleaner from your pet store. Avoid urine odor. After air drying, pour vinegar on the pet stain and let it sit for 24 hours.


  • Lana Lana on May 18, 2019

    white vinegar is the only thing that takes out urine odor according to a dog breeder friend of mine.

  • Linda Lewellen Linda Lewellen on May 21, 2019

    Had this problem with an abusive renter. Thought I would have to replace floors. I used baking soda and vinegar. Sprinkle the baking soda on floor then spray the vinegar on top. Works like a champ.

  • Maria Morales Maria Morales on Jun 04, 2019

    Thank you everyone it was very helpful