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How to get rid of pet odours at home naturally and safely
Living with pets is a joy, but it also means dealing with a few not-so-pleasant smells. Whether it’s urine, wet fur, or that lingering “pet scent” that sticks to sofas and fabrics, it’s perfectly normal for your home to start smelling like your furry friends over time.
The good news is that getting rid of dog or cat odours at home isn’t an impossible task. With a few simple tricks and the right product, you can enjoy a clean, fresh and odour-free home.
1. Identify the source of the smell
First, identify the source of the odour. Sometimes it’s in obvious places, such as:
- Your pet’s bed
- The litter tray or pee area
- Rugs, sofas or cushions where they lie down
- Clothes or blankets with traces of saliva, urine or body odour
Pinpointing the exact spot lets you act effectively every time 🚀
2. Deep clean the key areas
Do a regular deep clean of:
- Beds, blankets and fabrics: wash them weekly.
- Litter trays: remove waste daily and disinfect once a week.
- Rugs and sofas: vacuum thoroughly and use specific cleaning products.
- Floors and corners: don’t forget marked spots or accident areas.
- Artificial grass: rinse with water regularly and apply a suitable odour neutralizer.
- Car interior: air out, vacuum and clean the areas where your pet travels.
Keeping these areas clean prevents odours from building up and sticking around.
3. Try a natural home remedy
A classic home remedy is baking soda. Sprinkle a layer over the affected area (sofas, rugs, etc.), let it sit for a few hours, and then vacuum. Baking soda helps absorb odours, although it doesn’t completely remove deeply embedded smells.
You can also try white vinegar diluted in water to clean floors or fabrics, but be careful: its strong smell can be unpleasant for some people and pets, and it’s not recommended for delicate surfaces.
Essential oils
Essential oils can help neutralize or mask pet odours on sofas, but they must be used carefully for two reasons:
Not all oils are safe for pets (many can be toxic if inhaled or licked).
They shouldn’t be applied directly to fabric without dilution, as they can stain or damage it.
Essential oils useful against bad odours
- Lavender → neutralizes odours and adds a fresh, calming scent.
- Lemon / Citrus (orange, grapefruit) → refreshing and great for strong odours.
- Eucalyptus → helps disinfect and gives a fresh feeling.
- Tea tree oil → a very good disinfectant, but beware: it’s toxic for cats and dogs if inhaled excessively or ingested.
How to use them safely
- Mix 5–10 drops of essential oil with 250 ml of water in a spray bottle.
- Add a tablespoon of white vinegar or diluted baking soda to boost odour removal.
- Lightly mist the sofa (without soaking it), then let it dry and air out well.
- Keep your pet away from the area until it’s completely aired out.
👉 If you live with pets, it’s safer to use lavender or mild citrus oils instead of tea tree oil.
4. Air out your home daily
Nothing beats good ventilation. Open your windows every morning, even if it’s just for 10 minutes. If possible, create a cross breeze to refresh the air. You can also use an air purifier if your home tends to trap odours or lacks natural airflow.
5. Use a bioenzymatic odour neutralizer like STOP ODOURS
STOP ODOURS combines natural bacteria and enzymes with odour neutralizers, making it one of the most effective solutions to eliminate bad smells at their source. Instead of masking them, it biologically breaks them down and chemically neutralizes them, leaving surfaces truly clean.
Its formula is also vegan, 100% biodegradable and non-toxic, meaning it’s safe for your pets and kind to the environment.
You can use it on sofas, beds, floors, fabrics, car interiors, artificial grass and more. And it doesn’t just remove odours it also prevents territorial marking, something very common in cats and male dogs.
6. What if the smell won’t go away?
Well… then you’re probably not using STOP ODOURS by Biopulcher 😄
Its bioenzymatic formula combined with natural neutralizers completely removes the smell of urine, vomit, faeces, saliva, pet body odour and any other unwanted scent. It’s effective, safe and designed for daily use on all kinds of surfaces (sofas, beds, fabrics, floors, litter trays…).
And with its soft lemon and floral scent, it leaves a fresh atmosphere that fades quickly so it won’t bother your pet.
In summary
Having a dog or cat doesn’t mean your home has to smell bad. With a good cleaning routine, some ventilation and the right product, you can keep odours under control without any hassle.
In the end, it’s all about living with your pets in a clean and pleasant environment for both them and you.
The big difference between air fresheners and odour neutralizers
Air fresheners only mask the smell. When you spray one in a room, you might notice a quick improvement but the bad odour is still there, just covered up.
On the other hand, an odour neutralizer truly eliminates it. It acts directly on the molecules responsible for the bad smell and destroys them, meaning they completely disappear and don’t come back.
What is a bioenzymatic formula?
A bioenzymatic formula is a combination of natural bacteria and enzymes designed to effectively eliminate the organic matter that causes bad odours.
Enzymes act as catalysts: they break down organic residue molecules (such as urine, saliva, vomit or grease) into smaller particles. Then, the “good” bacteria feed on those particles and completely degrade them. The result: the bad smell disappears at its source, without the need for harsh chemicals or artificial fragrances.
This type of formula is widely used in environments where people and animals coexist, because:
- It’s safe for pets, children and adults.
- It’s biodegradable and environmentally friendly.
- It doesn’t mask odours it eliminates them at the root.
- It works on porous surfaces where smells tend to get trapped.
In short, a bioenzymatic formula not only cleans it restores the natural balance of your spaces, keeping them odour-free without compromising health or the environment.
What exactly is a combined formula?
A combined formula brings together two powerful technologies to say goodbye to bad smells: bioenzymatic action and odour neutralisers.
On one hand, natural enzymes and bacteria break down the organic residues that cause bad odours, such as urine or vomit. On the other, neutralisers instantly remove the odour molecules already in the air or trapped in fabrics and surfaces.
The key point is that the smell isn’t masked it’s truly eliminated, whether it’s fresh or has been around for a while.
In short, if you want your home to stop smelling of dogs or cats, a combined formula is the most effective solution.
STOP ODOURS
STOP ODOURS is an odour neutraliser specially developed for homes with pets. Its combined bioenzymatic formula targets the molecules responsible for bad smells, eliminating them effectively, safely and permanently.
Perfect for tackling odours caused by urine, territorial marking, vomit, saliva or the constant presence of animals, it can be used on all types of surfaces — sofas, carpets, beds, floors, artificial grass, fabrics and even car interiors.
Available format: 1-litre spray bottle.
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