Did your dog or cat decide to vomit on the carpet?
Here’s how to clean it up in five easy steps, according to a cleaning expert.
Below, find her step-by-step guide on how to clean cat and dog vomit from the carpet.
Remove as much vomit as possible with a paper towel.
Dispose of the paper towel in a poop bag.
Blot the area with a paper towel to soak up as much liquid as possible.
cleaning expert, host of theAsk a House Cleaner YouTube showand founder and CEO ofThe Savvy Cleaner
Treat the area with an enzymatic stain- and odor-remover.
Let it sit for the recommended amount of time (usually 5 to 10 minutes).
Blot the area again with a dry paper towel.
Allow your carpet to fully dry, then vacuum.
What if the vomit has been there for a while?
When theres pet vomit thats been left alone for some time, cleaning it can become more challenging.
Choose products with enzymes, Brown says.
Plus, many enzymatic formulas are made with chemicals that are safe for you and your pet.
Avoid chemicals with strong respiratory or toxicity warnings, which can harm peopleandpets, says Brown.
cleaning expert, host of theAsk a House Cleaner YouTube showand founder and CEO ofThe Savvy Cleaner
Youll also want to think about whether a particular product is safe to use on your carpet.
Its safe to use around pets and on most, if not all carpet types.
it’s possible for you to also use it on your upholstery and clothes.
It eliminates stains and odors, only leaving behind a lime scent.
As a bonus, it comes with a free fabric cloth.
How to clean cat and dog vomit from the carpet with vinegar:
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Use it as you would a carpet stain remover, spraying it onto the area you want to treat.
Allow it to sit for about 30 minutes.
Blot up the excess liquid with a paper towel.
Keep in mind that baking sodacan be harmful to your petwhen ingested in large amounts.
How to clean cat and dog vomit from the carpet with baking soda:
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Sprinkle baking soda onto your carpet.
Allow it to sit for several hours.
Vacuum up the excess.
They take so long to dry when wet, she says.
Why do dogs and cats vomit on the carpet?
There are several theories as to why dogs and cats seemingly seek out the carpet before vomiting.
Regardless of the cause, it isnt uncommon for dogs and cats to throw up.
They could be puking breakfast they ate too quickly, or coughing up a hairball.
While these arent causes for immediate concern,vomiting could be a sign of a larger problem.
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