Cleaning commode and pet odors
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You already have some professional advice re cleaning the bathrooms so I won't comment on that subject but am wondering - what do you mean by "indoor dogs"? I've had "indoor cats" but never had indoor dogs. Dogs need exercise to keep healthy and I'm wondering why they aren't taken for several walks during the day then they wouldn't mess in the house. They would get exercise and do "their business" outside ... remember to always take a garbage bag to pick up after your dog "goes".
I use Pine-sol to clean the toilet and make sure not to miss the crevices. I do this at least once a week so the urine and dirt won't build up. As for the dogs, if you still get that unpleasant smell from pets after you've vacuumed the carpet and washed your covers, then you need to find the source of the odor. It might be pee spots. You need to clean that area. You can also sprinkle baking soda on floors, carpets, and on surfaces where your pet stays. Also keep the house well-ventilated. Open the windows to fresh air in.
Animals are known to emit odors, no matter how clean they are. Purifiers can help get rid of this scent by filtering pet danders. You can invest in an air purifier to help keep the air in your home clean.