Running a kennel or veterinary office can be rewarding. After all, who would sneer at the thought of caring for animals? Be that as it may, being at the helm of a kennel or veterinary clinic has its downsides. Working next to pet cages and animal enclosures will expose anyone to the nefarious odors that cats, dogs, and other furry friends leave behind.
Pet odor removal is as tough as having to bear the smells that waft in the air. However, stinky cages are also a breeding ground for bacteria and other microbes. These can cause illnesses like CMV and Parvoviral infections. On top of that, let’s be honest — nobody likes offensive smells like pet odor.
To remove pet odor, you need to take the proper steps and use the right cleaning materials. Read on to learn more about removing pet odors from cages.
Use Enzymatic Cleaners for Cloth or Other Machine-Washables
Do you have any items made of cloth in your cages to keep animals warm? If you do, you need to wash them frequently. The cloth absorbs animal urine and other fluids, making it a culprit behind stinky cages.
It is not enough to use soap and water when you throw these items into the wash. You need an enzymatic cleaner. An enzymatic cleaner removes the bonds urine or feces have formed with the cloth. This makes it easier to clean your animal’s pillow or blanket. And, as a result, you can say goodbye to pet odor.
Opt for Absorbent Materials for Wet Surfaces
It is not advisable to wipe wet cage surfaces. Doing this can spread pet urine or excrement, resulting in cross-contamination. Also, wiping cages that are wet from urine can cause the odor to become stronger.
When you see that a surface is wet and suspect urine, resist the temptation to wipe. Instead, use an absorbent material like cloth or paper towels. Cover the area, and soak in as much of the urine as possible. Once you have done that, simply discard the material you used, apply a pet odor removal solution, and blot dry.
When in Doubt, Use Baking Soda
A DIY solution for pet odor is baking soda. Baking soda acts as an odor neutralizer. To apply it correctly on your cages, sprinkle a generous amount of it on surfaces where pets often “do their business”. Vacuum the baking soda after letting it sit for half an hour.
There are a few drawbacks to this method. First, while baking soda tackles odors, it does little to remove bacteria or microorganisms. Also, baking soda works only for tolerable odors. You will need something stronger to get rid of pet odors from your cages like OdorPet
spray.
Make Pet Odor Removal Easier with the Right Stuff
When it comes to pet odor removal, few DIY solutions take care of smells and microbes equally. Where can you find products that do? Look no further than Alpha Tech Pet for pet odor removal products.
If your hospital, kennel, or veterinary clinic struggles with pet odors, try our KennelSol and SteriCide
solutions. These and our other products will make stinky cages a thing of the past.
If you have any questions about KennelSol, please feel free to contact us at 800-222-5537 or fill out our contact form with your information.