Best thing to use for carpet *stains*

Hey all,

Can anyone give me an idea of a product to clean the carpet that is safe for cats?

It's kinda gross, but Trout likes to pee right in the corner of her covered litter box, and sometimes it leaks through the cover onto the carpet...What is safe to use there to get the stain and odour out?

Any ideas would be greatly appreciated!!

I would say either Natures Miracle or Nok-Out. I was JUST ABOUT to post a thread asking which one everyone thinks would be better. I have used Nok-Out and it works magically But it is REALLY expensive. With shipping it is $47.00 for a gallon of it! Just wondered if Natures Miracle is better or the same and if anyone has an opinion on it?

Can you get either of these at local pet stores such as Petsmart? Or do you have to order them online?

I don't have *that* problem thank goodness. My problem is cleaning up vomit. I usually use woolite pet stain remover or resolve pet stain remover and haven't had any problems.

I have that same issue with Sierra. Resolve hasn't worked for us, suppose we should try Woolite. Wonder if that Nok Out would work for vomit stains?

I use Simple Solution Cat Stain and Odour Remover or 1001 Pet Stain Cleaner!

I only recently discovered Simple Solution, but it really works well on new and old stains*!!

*Pet stains and general household stains!

Excellent! thanks for the ideas everyone!

That Simple Solution sounds just like what I need!

Oh dear, I hadn't thought about if Simple Solution was available over there!

If you would like, I could always get a bottle for you and post it over!

Sar, thanks for the offer..I will check out what we have around here, and I will let you know

Okay!

I'm happy to send you some if you need it though - you just need to give me a shout!

Chem-Dry, sold exclusively at Home Depot, is the best thing I've found for such messes.

I found Simple Solution at Petsmart..but I don't know if I should buy it as it doesn't say anywhere on it that it is safe for pets..Actually it says keep away from children and pets..This is the one specifically designed for cats!

Can anyone tell me for sure if it is safe?..I need to know because I am certain that Trout would try and lick it off the carpet.

Originally Posted by Trouts mom

I found Simple Solution at Petsmart..but I don't know if I should buy it as it doesn't say anywhere on it that it is safe for pets..Actually it says keep away from children and pets..This is the one specifically designed for cats!

Can anyone tell me for sure if it is safe?..I need to know because I am certain that Trout would try and lick it off the carpet.

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Oh how strange! I can't understand why a product for cats would say keep away from!

Mine states that it's safe for use around children and pets! It also mentions in the disclaimer bit that "while incidental contact with this product is not harmful to pets and humans, please keep out of reach of children"

I use my Simple Solution to clean litter trays, the kitchen floors and kitchen counters!

Originally Posted by Sar

Oh how strange!

I can't understand why a product for cats would say keep away from!

Mine states that it's safe for use around children and pets! It also mentions in the disclaimer bit that "while incidental contact with this product is not harmful to pets and humans, please keep out of reach of children"

I use my Simple Solution to clean litter trays, the kitchen floors and kitchen counters!

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There was another Simple Solution that said this info too, but it wasn't the one specifically for cats!! Thats weird. Maybe I'll try the other one that says safe for pets.

I'm always paranoid as I hear stories that sometimes even products at pet stores are not safe for pets

Originally Posted by Trouts mom

There was another Simple Solution that said this info too, but it wasn't the one specifically for cats!! Thats weird. Maybe I'll try the other one that says safe for pets.

I'm always paranoid as I hear stories that sometimes even products at pet stores are not safe for pets

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I have both a version specifically for cats and one for general pets - both of which say the same thing!

If you are worried, I still stand with my offer of sending you the UK version, as I have not had any problems with it at all! I am confident with everything the packaging has said, as I'm happy to prepare meals on a surface cleansed with it!

Thanks so much for the offer Sar!! You are MOST helpful

I will research the products available here and get back to you

Tea tree oil is all natural and removes ANYTHING and smells so fresh and clean. I get a particular brand, but any tea tree oil will do. Tea tree oil is also used for healing and stuff. I used it on my cats ringwormns when they had it, if I saw a new one I'd use that and it would stop it from growing. Its VERY multi purpose. I removed permanent marker from my dry erase board(hubby wrote on it) just wiped it right off =o)

Does anyone know if tea tree oil is safe for cats?? My cat will probably lick it off the carpet

Do NOT use anything with Tea Tree Oil around cats!!!! It is extremely toxic to cats.

One of our members' cats died mysteriously after being at the groomers. Turns out, the groomer was out of the regular shampoo and used a sample that had Tea Tree Oil in it. The cat always fought in the bath, and got some in his mouth. He tragically died of the poison.

It is definitely not safe for cats if there is any chance of ingestion. I'm glad all of Leila's cats are OK hearing that it was used on the cats themselves for ringworm.

Well, cats know what they can and cannot ingest. My cats dont eat anything they are not supposed to just by smelling it. tea tree oil IS used for topical remedies on animals, including cats, but you have to watch houw you use it.

If ur cats are the type to lick everything then its not for you. Sorry I forgot to say that. But tea tree oil is really good. Onions are also toxic to cats, I never knew that until not long ago...........but again my cats always turned down everything that has onion in it (when they come to inspect what I'm eating)

So I wouldnt say Dont use tea tree oil on ANYTHING. Just dontuse it to treat fleas, or in excess. but its great used topically for skin irritations on urself and great on stains.

Again, were not talking about putting on your cat, but on the stains. Smelling it wont harm anyone. But Im sure you love ur kitty and dont wanna risk it. But Ive used it for years, on myself and on my cats, but I walways wrap their wounds.........anyway, he're a littl article I found about it.

You can also try peroxide on the stains.

Here's an article"


Claims For Tea Tree Oil

The oil is reputed to have mild antibacterial and antifungal properties and is marketed as a natural remedy in veterinary and human medicine. It has proven antiseptic, antibacterial and fungicidal properties. It is sold in cat skin-care products for cleaning, healing, soothing and relieving itching associated with allergies, insect bites, hotspots, burns, abrasions, minor rashes and irritations. It is claimed that Tea Tree oil is an effective deodorizer, fur detangler, external parasite repellent and that it restores lustre to fur. It is actively promoted for its ability to penetrate the skin. The oil is highly lipophilic (attracted to fats, solvent) and is rapidly absorbed through intact skin (even faster through open wounds). It may also be ingested or absorbed orally through mucous membranes when a cat self-grooms.

Many cat owners claim to use Tea Tree oil without any adverse effect, however, there have been reports from the US that Tea Tree oil is toxic, to cats. There are unconfirmed reports of cats which have died following the its use. In the US, cat owners are advised to seek the advice of a vet before using the oil on cats. A Californian producer of the oil was reportedly unhappy about its Tea Tree product being promoted for use on cats due to concerns over its potential toxicity. In the UK there appears to be no mention of possible ill-effects or contra-indications and little awareness of its toxicity.

An American expert in the use of essential oils (who has used Tea Tree oil successfully to treat skin infections in cats) recommends that the oil should not be used where the cat can lick it off, This addresses the hazard of ingestion, but not of absorption through the skin or through wounds (such as unhealed flea bites).