Clean Pet Spots on Carpet

Here are some budget-friendly tips for cleaning pet urine from carpet: 1. Act quickly - the sooner you clean it, the better the results 2. Blot up as much liquid as possible with paper towels or old cloths 3. Make a homemade solution of equal parts white vinegar and water 4. Saturate the area with the vinegar solution and let sit for 5-10 minutes 5. Blot up the solution with more paper towels/cloths 6. Sprinkle baking soda over the area and let dry completely (several hours) 7. Vacuum up the baking soda once dry For tougher or set-in stains: - Add a tablespoon of dish soap to your vinegar/water mixture - For odor, try sprinkling the area with borax before the baking soda (borax is relatively inexpensive) - Hydrogen peroxide can work for stubborn stains, but test it on an inconspicuous area first to check for discoloration Store-bought alternatives that won't break the bank: - Enzyme cleaners from dollar stores can be effective - Arm & Hammer's pet odor eliminator (often under $5) The most important thing is addressing both the stain AND the odor to prevent your pet from returning to the same spot.