How to Get Rid of Cat Pee Smell in Your Home -Towson, MD

Do you have a cat who enjoys peeing in unusual places? If so, you are well aware of how difficult it is to remove the odor. This blog will offer several suggestions for removing cat pee odor from your home. We'll also go over how to keep your cat from urinating in strange places. 

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Why Does Cat Pee Smell So Bad?

Urine is a concentrated metabolic byproduct composed of urea, creatine, uric acid, detoxified chemicals, salt, and other electrolytes. The color is caused by the presence of urobilinogen.

Bacteria degrade urea, emitting an ammoniacal odor resembling stale old urine. During the second stage of decomposition, mercaptans, which contribute to the unpleasant odor of cat urine, are produced. Other factors, such as diet and environment, naturally influence each animal's fragrance.

Cat urine odor is caused by older animals' less efficient kidneys. Because of certain steroids, male cats' urine smells different than female cats'. Unneutered male cats also produce testosterone-laced urine, which warns other males to stay away and warns females that they are nearby.

It is critical to understand that by purchasing pee pads and placing them on your floor while potty training your four-legged friend, you are telling your pet that you want them to pee in your house. Preventing this behavior is just as important as mitigating it!

How to Get Rid of Cat Pee Smell on Couches

Here's how to get rid of cat pee odors on couches:

1. Find the cat peeing spot. If you can't see it, use your nose or a pet urine detector.
2. Blot as much of the urine as possible with paper towels or an old, damp rag. You can remove the urine with a wet vac on the cold setting if you have one. Don't scrub; doing so will only make the smell worse.
3. Use an enzymatic cleaner or mix one part white or cider vinegar and one part water to make a cleaning solution. Because vinegar is acidic, it will kill the bacteria in cat pee, reducing the odor. Allow the solution to sit for three to five minutes, or carefully follow the directions on the cleaning product's label.
4. Sprinkle baking soda on the stain and allow it to sit for an hour before vacuuming. This will help to eliminate the odor of cat pee.

How to Get Rid of Cat Urine Odor in Fabrics

A word of caution before proceeding with these cat pee smell removal tips: never mix bleach with ammonia. This can result in the release of harmful gases into the atmosphere.

1. If your bed linens and clothing are machine-washable, rinse them in cold water before loading them into the washing machine.
2. Use an enzyme cleaner to pre-treat your clothes. This will aid in the removal of stubborn stains before washing.
3. Put the stinky clothes in the washing machine with detergent. Add a cup of baking soda or a quarter cup of cider vinegar for an extra cleaning boost if desired.
4. After washing, always air-dry urine-soiled clothing and linens. Please do not use the dryer because the heat may retain the odor before it has completely gone away.
5. You may need to rewash the clothes several times before the scent is completely removed.

Keeping Your Cat From Urinating in Unsuitable Places 

For a variety of reasons, cats may urinate outside of the litter box. Common causes include stress, anxiety, illness, and a desire to communicate with you.

Take your cat to the vet if you suspect he is urinating in inappropriate places due to stress or anxiety. Irregular peeing can also be caused by illness.

Having an easily accessible litter box is the best way to keep your cat from urinating in inappropriate places. The litter box should be kept clean and in a quiet location. Your cat may be averse to using a dirty litter box. You should also scoop the litter box daily and replace it every two weeks.

You can also use a litter attractant to help your cat learn to use the litter box. Finally, ensure that your cat has plenty of fresh water and a nutritious diet. If you suspect your cat is urinating inappropriately for a medical reason, please consult your veterinarian.

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If you have cat urine odors in your home, Restoration 1 of Towson can help. To remove any traces of cat urine or feces, we offer a variety of carpet and upholstery cleaning services. We also offer biohazard cleanup services for homes affected by excessive cat urination. Our odor removal experts are highly trained, and we use cutting-edge technologies and equipment to complete the job correctly.

We will work quickly and efficiently to remove any traces of cat urine from your carpets, furniture, or floors because we understand how important it is to keep your home clean and odor-free. Please visit our website or call us to schedule an appointment.