{"id":4497,"date":"2022-08-04T03:14:59","date_gmt":"2022-08-04T03:14:59","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/you-asked-does-vinegar-break-down-dog-urine\/"},"modified":"2022-08-06T07:14:55","modified_gmt":"2022-08-06T07:14:55","slug":"you-asked-does-vinegar-break-down-dog-urine","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/you-asked-does-vinegar-break-down-dog-urine\/","title":{"rendered":"You asked: Does vinegar break down dog urine?"},"content":{"rendered":"<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_17 counter-hierarchy counter-decimal ez-toc-grey\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" style=\"display: none;\"><i class=\"ez-toc-glyphicon ez-toc-icon-toggle\"><\/i><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class=\"ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1\"><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/you-asked-does-vinegar-break-down-dog-urine\/#You_asked_Does_vinegar_break_down_dog_urine\" title=\"You asked: Does vinegar break down dog urine?\">You asked: Does vinegar break down dog urine?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/you-asked-does-vinegar-break-down-dog-urine\/#What_enzyme_breaks_down_dog_urine\" title=\"What enzyme breaks down dog urine?\">What enzyme breaks down dog urine?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/you-asked-does-vinegar-break-down-dog-urine\/#How_do_you_neutralize_dog_urine\" title=\"How do you neutralize dog urine?\">How do you neutralize dog urine?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/you-asked-does-vinegar-break-down-dog-urine\/#Will_vinegar_kill_urine_smell\" title=\"Will vinegar kill urine smell?\">Will vinegar kill urine smell?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/you-asked-does-vinegar-break-down-dog-urine\/#How_long_does_vinegar_sit_on_urine\" title=\"How long does vinegar sit on urine?\">How long does vinegar sit on urine?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/you-asked-does-vinegar-break-down-dog-urine\/#What_is_the_best_dog_urine_remover\" title=\"What is the best dog urine remover?\">What is the best dog urine remover?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/you-asked-does-vinegar-break-down-dog-urine\/#Does_hydrogen_peroxide_neutralize_dog_urine\" title=\"Does hydrogen peroxide neutralize dog urine?\">Does hydrogen peroxide neutralize dog urine?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/you-asked-does-vinegar-break-down-dog-urine\/#What_scent_repels_dogs_from_peeing\" title=\"What scent repels dogs from peeing?\">What scent repels dogs from peeing?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/you-asked-does-vinegar-break-down-dog-urine\/#Will_baking_soda_neutralize_dog_urine_on_grass\" title=\"Will baking soda neutralize dog urine on grass?\">Will baking soda neutralize dog urine on grass?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/you-asked-does-vinegar-break-down-dog-urine\/#How_can_I_make_my_house_not_smell_like_dog_urine\" title=\"How can I make my house not smell like dog urine?\">How can I make my house not smell like dog urine?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/you-asked-does-vinegar-break-down-dog-urine\/#Can_I_use_apple_cider_vinegar_to_clean_dog_urine\" title=\"Can I use apple cider vinegar to clean dog urine?\">Can I use apple cider vinegar to clean dog urine?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/you-asked-does-vinegar-break-down-dog-urine\/#Does_hydrogen_peroxide_get_rid_of_urine_smell\" title=\"Does hydrogen peroxide get rid of urine smell?\">Does hydrogen peroxide get rid of urine smell?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/you-asked-does-vinegar-break-down-dog-urine\/#Does_the_smell_of_urine_go_away\" title=\"Does the smell of urine go away?\">Does the smell of urine go away?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-14\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/you-asked-does-vinegar-break-down-dog-urine\/#How_do_you_remove_old_urine_stains\" title=\"How do you remove old urine stains?\">How do you remove old urine stains?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-15\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/you-asked-does-vinegar-break-down-dog-urine\/#Why_did_my_dog_pee_on_my_bed\" title=\"Why did my dog pee on my bed?\">Why did my dog pee on my bed?<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"You_asked_Does_vinegar_break_down_dog_urine\"><\/span>You asked: Does vinegar break down dog urine?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<div class=\"code-block code-block-3\" style=\"margin: 8px 0; clear: both;\">\n<div id=\"cnt_rb_271118\" class=\"cnt32_rl_bg_str\" data-id=\"271118\"><span style=\"font-family: var(--global-body-font-family);\">Then you\u2019re going to want to douse the spot with an enzymatic cleaner or simply make your own cleaning solution by combining (white or apple cider) vinegar and water in a 1:1 ratio. Because the vinegar is acidic, it will neutralize the bacteria in the dog pee, offsetting its odor.<\/span><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div data-id=\"271118\">Read also: <a href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/is-blood-in-dog-urine-an-emergency\/\">Is blood in dog urine an emergency?<\/a><\/div>\n<h2 id=\"what-enzyme-breaks-down-dog-urine\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_enzyme_breaks_down_dog_urine\"><\/span>What enzyme breaks down dog urine?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Proteases break down protein-based soils including blood, urine, food, feces, wine and other beverages. Lipases break down fat molecules like oils and grease.<\/p>\n<h2 id=\"how-do-you-neutralize-dog-urine\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_do_you_neutralize_dog_urine\"><\/span>How do you neutralize dog urine?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>In a clean spray bottle, mix one cup of distilled white vinegar with one cup of water and 2 teaspoons of baking soda. Shake it up to mix the ingredients, and then spray on the stain. Let it sit for a few minutes, and then blot with towels until clean.<\/p>\n<div class=\"entry-content-asset videofit\">\n<div class=\"jetpack-video-wrapper\"><iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"HOW TO PREVENT DOG URINE SPOTS &amp; STOP DOG URINE KILLING GRASS\" width=\"720\" height=\"405\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/M4OzValyFyY?feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<h2 id=\"will-vinegar-kill-urine-smell\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Will_vinegar_kill_urine_smell\"><\/span>Will vinegar kill urine smell?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Common household items such as vinegar, peroxide, dish detergent, or baking soda all work to a minimal degree, but they never really get rid of that persistent, stinky urine odor.<\/p>\n<div style=\"text-align: center;\">\n<p><noscript><iframe loading=\"lazy\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture\" allowfullscreen=\"\" frameborder=\"0\" height=\"315\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/YgFg50lYmjU\" width=\"560\"><\/iframe><\/noscript><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<h2 id=\"how-long-does-vinegar-sit-on-urine\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_long_does_vinegar_sit_on_urine\"><\/span>How long does vinegar sit on urine?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Spray the urine stain until it is covered, but do not drench it. Let the vinegar sit for 5 to 10 minutes. Once you have let the vinegar sit, use new paper towels to soak up any excess moisture.<\/p>\n<h2 id=\"what-is-the-best-dog-urine-remover\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_is_the_best_dog_urine_remover\"><\/span>What is the best dog urine remover?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>The Nine Best Carpet Cleaners for Dog Urine<\/p>\n<ol>\n<li>Woolite Advanced Pet Stain &amp; Odor Remover.<\/li>\n<li>Rocco &amp; Roxie Supply Professional Strength Stain and Odor Eliminator.<\/li>\n<li>Angry Orange Pet Odor Eliminator.<\/li>\n<li>Clean Carl\u2019s Pet Mess Products.<\/li>\n<li>Out!<\/li>\n<li>Clorox Urine Remover.<\/li>\n<li>Nature\u2019s Miracle Stain &amp; Odor Eliminator.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<h2 id=\"does-hydrogen-peroxide-neutralize-dog-urine\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Does_hydrogen_peroxide_neutralize_dog_urine\"><\/span>Does hydrogen peroxide neutralize dog urine?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Hydrogen peroxide does a great job at removing dog pee. Just put some peroxide into a spray bottle, soak the stain in a few sprays, and let it sit for about 10 or 15 minutes. To finish the job, clean it up with a rag. Remember, don\u2019t rub: dab or blot.<\/p>\n<div class=\"entry-content-asset videofit\">\n<div class=\"jetpack-video-wrapper\"><iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"DIY odor stopper (Neutralizer) skunk,urine, etc... (WORKS FOR ME)\" width=\"720\" height=\"405\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/NsgAs8ZuC3s?feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<h2 id=\"what-scent-repels-dogs-from-peeing\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_scent_repels_dogs_from_peeing\"><\/span>What scent repels dogs from peeing?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>The combination of vinegar and oranges is very off putting to your dog and will deter him from marking wherever you spray the mixture.<\/p>\n<div style=\"text-align: center;\">\n<p><noscript><iframe loading=\"lazy\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture\" allowfullscreen=\"\" frameborder=\"0\" height=\"315\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/iN8zaGaaxjI\" width=\"560\"><\/iframe><\/noscript><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<h2 id=\"will-baking-soda-neutralize-dog-urine-on\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Will_baking_soda_neutralize_dog_urine_on_grass\"><\/span>Will baking soda neutralize dog urine on grass?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>A natural way to repair yellow spots in the grass caused by the dog\u2019s urine is to dissolve a cup of baking soda in a gallon of water and pour on the affected area. The baking soda neutralizes the high nitrogen concentration, and it will also deodorize the area so the dog won\u2019t recognize the spot and go there again.<\/p>\n<h2 id=\"how-can-i-make-my-house-not-smell-like-dog\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_can_I_make_my_house_not_smell_like_dog_urine\"><\/span>How can I make my house not smell like dog urine?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Make a solution of baking soda, peroxide and any dish detergent. The combination of the three is often powerful enough to drive away even the strongest of urine smells. Mix together 8 fluid ounces of peroxide, 3 tablespoons baking soda and a few drops of dish detergent.<\/p>\n<h2 id=\"can-i-use-apple-cider-vinegar-to-clean-dog\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Can_I_use_apple_cider_vinegar_to_clean_dog_urine\"><\/span>Can I use apple cider vinegar to clean dog urine?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>You can use either white distilled vinegar or apple cider vinegar (ACV), both of which are edible and completely non-toxic. Your pup might not appreciate the smell, but don\u2019t worry\u2014the strong vinegar scent fades once it dries.<\/p>\n<h2 id=\"does-hydrogen-peroxide-get-rid-of-urine-smell\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Does_hydrogen_peroxide_get_rid_of_urine_smell\"><\/span>Does hydrogen peroxide get rid of urine smell?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Products containing hydrogen peroxide can be effective on urine odors and stains. The hydrogen peroxide helps destroy the odor causing bacteria and can also help safely bleach out discolorations on hard and soft surfaces.<\/p>\n<div style=\"text-align: center;\">\n<p><noscript><iframe loading=\"lazy\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture\" allowfullscreen=\"\" frameborder=\"0\" height=\"315\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/B5fKLlATco4\" width=\"560\"><\/iframe><\/noscript><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<h2 id=\"does-the-smell-of-urine-go-away\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Does_the_smell_of_urine_go_away\"><\/span>Does the smell of urine go away?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>A bad smell in the urine often goes away on its own, especially when dehydration or something in the diet causes it. A person does not need to see a doctor if they can identify a harmless cause of their smelly urine, such as asparagus. Other causes need medical treatment.<\/p>\n<h2 id=\"how-do-you-remove-old-urine-stains\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_do_you_remove_old_urine_stains\"><\/span>How do you remove old urine stains?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Steps to Clean<\/p>\n<ol>\n<li>Sponge fresh stains with cloth using detergent solution. Rinse with another cloth using white vinegar solutions (equal parts of white vinegar and water). Let air dry. If odor remains, sprinkle stained area with baking soda or calcium carbonate.<\/li>\n<li>Old urine stains and odors may be impossible to remove.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-192595 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/How-do-you-remove-old-urine-stains.jpg\" alt=\"How do you remove old urine stains?\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" srcset=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/How-do-you-remove-old-urine-stains.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/How-do-you-remove-old-urine-stains-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/How-do-you-remove-old-urine-stains-768x512.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/p>\n<h2 id=\"why-did-my-dog-pee-on-my-bed\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Why_did_my_dog_pee_on_my_bed\"><\/span>Why did my dog pee on my bed?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Peeing in beds can happen with any dog and the root of the behavior is more notable than the dog\u2019s breed. Your dog could be leaving his scent in your sheets for several reasons. He might have a medical condition, be anxious, excited, or nervous, not be properly house trained, marking, or just like your scent.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Table of Contents You asked: Does vinegar break down dog urine?What enzyme breaks down dog urine?How do you neutralize dog urine?Will vinegar kill urine smell?How long does vinegar sit on urine?What is the best dog urine remover?Does hydrogen peroxide neutralize dog urine?What scent repels dogs from peeing?Will baking soda neutralize dog urine on grass?How can&#8230;<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":4,"featured_media":192594,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_kad_post_transparent":"default","_kad_post_title":"default","_kad_post_layout":"default","_kad_post_sidebar_id":"","_kad_post_content_style":"default","_kad_post_vertical_padding":"default","_kad_post_feature":"","_kad_post_feature_position":"","_kad_post_header":false,"_kad_post_footer":false,"spay_email":"","footnotes":""},"categories":[619],"tags":[],"jetpack_featured_media_url":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/Does-vinegar-break-down-dog-urine.jpg","_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/4497"}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/4"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=4497"}],"version-history":[{"count":3,"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/4497\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":192596,"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/4497\/revisions\/192596"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/192594"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=4497"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=4497"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=4497"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}