When dog poop lands on the carpet, don’t panic.

This is particularly important if the poop was runny and will require a lot of the cleaning solution.

If you leave a soapy residue in the fibers, it will attract more dust and dirt.

How to clean dog poop out of carpet

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Tackle Discoloration

If discoloration remains, use one of these stain-removal methods appropriate for the carpet color.

Do not use any of these products on wool carpets.

Consult with a professional before any additional cleaning because the dyes may not be stable.

Materials to clean dog poop out of carpet

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Allow the carpet to dry completely before vacuuming away the baking soda.

Removing dog poop solids from carpet

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Mixing a dog poop stain removal solution

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Scrubbing the carpet with a dog poop removal solution

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Using hydrogen peroxide to remove discoloration caused by dog poop stains

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Letting the carpet air dry before vacuuming

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