My cat's box got really nasty at about midnight, the smell woke me up but being the abusive 15-year old cat owner I am, I just cracked a window and yanked a pillow over my head.
The unfortunate thing for me is that my blanket tends to fall off my bed, and I guess when the lower half of it was on the floor in a big lump of cloth, my cat couldn't resist. Can't blame her, but I also can't get the smell out.
Usually a run through the washer with extra detergent and a healthy amount of bleach does the trick, but we're out of bleach and I don't want to go get more if I don't have to, I have homework to do.
I already used some enzyme thing that did a lot for the smell, but it's a pretty strong smell. Detergent+enzyme thing+hot water= clean enough for me, but I really need to kill the smell. My cat got locked out of the room with her box a while ago and took a dump in my dad's closet...twice. Since then, he hasn't been kindly disposed towards her and I really don't want to get him mad.
2007-10-18 13:10:32 · 6 answers · asked by Anonymous in Pets ➔ Cats
Normally I clean her box every morning, but I think she got at some milk last night which is why the box was suddenly disgusting.
I live in an apartment and my (shared) bedroom is the only place to keep the box.
2007-10-18 13:30:56 · update #1
wash with arm and hammer with baking soda detergent works somewhat
2007-10-18 13:19:59 · answer #1 · answered by Bubba13 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
There are two products one I swear by. the other is highly recommended. I've used Natures Miracle for years. It's never failed me. There is also a rather large discussion in Laundrey this board that will help. I picked up a few tips there. (Hope this helps.) TODAY'S PET TIP from *Cat Crazy Newsletter* Cats Urinating in the House Does your cat urinate in the house outside of the litter box? This is one of the most common behavioral problems in cats. There are several things you can do to resolve the problem. First, make sure that your cat's problem is a behavioral problem and not due to an underlying medical condition such as a urinary tract infection or bladder stones. Your vet can diagnose these diseases by performing some simple tests. Once you determine that the problem is behavioral, you need to take a close look at your home, the number of litter boxes you have, where the litter boxes are located, the type of litter boxes and litter you use and how you care for the boxes. Understanding proper litter box location and care can make the difference between whether or not your cat uses the box.
2016-05-23 12:35:52 · answer #2 · answered by ? 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Cat urine contains ammonia, so do not use any cleaning products that contain it. Biological (enzymatic) washing powder really is the best thing for cleaning. The enzymes will break down the fatty deposits in cat urine, though you may need to wash the blanket a couple of times. If the smell still persists, then spray it with surgical spirit as this will definitely remove any remaining fatty deposits that the washing powder left behind.
2007-10-19 04:29:52 · answer #3 · answered by Michele the Louis Wain cat 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Your cats litter box should be cleaned out each day because when its not and she hops in there and then back out, it treads all over. You also should put her litter box in a bathroom or someplace that isn't occupied by people as a main room.
To get the smell out use dishwashing soap (not the cheap stuff) like dawn. Febreeze will start to work over time.
2007-10-18 13:24:00 · answer #4 · answered by enriquelomasa 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I have heard of vinegar helping, but try to get some Nature's Miracle at a pet store. Washing should really do the trick.
2007-10-18 13:36:18 · answer #5 · answered by Flatpaw 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Do you have ammonia? Use 1/2 cup plus the detergent.
2007-10-18 13:15:29 · answer #6 · answered by iceemama 4 · 0⤊ 1⤋