Ditch the kennel smell with these 8 tips.

While we love our furry friends, theres no denying thatpets can cause odorsin your home.

If you’re hoping to discover how to get dog smell out of the house, read on.

How to get rid of dog smells in your house

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A general rule is the more hair your dog has, the more frequently theyll need to be bathed.

Wash your pets beddingfrequentlyabout every four to six weeks.

If your pets sleep in your bed, wash your sheets and blankets every week.

Closeup frontal view of a pitbull mix dog laying on a dog bed

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Furniture and upholstery should also be cleaned often, since smells tend to seep into the fabric.

Use an upholstery cleaner or follow the labels instructions to clean the fabric without damaging it.

Dont leave the vacuuming just to the floorsmake sure to vacuum furniture, curtains, and mattresses.

Closeup of baking soda being used to deodorize a carpet

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Replace your vacuum filter regularly to ensure your machine is working effectively, too.

Sprinkle Baking Soda

Baking sodais a household essential that can neutralize odors.

Simply sprinkle baking soda on your smelly upholstered furniture or carpet.

Using an enzyme-based stain remover to tackle a dog pee stain on carpet

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Let sit for 15 to 30 minutes and then vacuum it up.

Wipe up the solution with a clean cloth or blot with the cloth if the surface is soft.

After soaking, wash the materials as normal to get fresh smelling bedding and clothing.

These cleaners are also effective against vomitand feces.

Spray the product on the stain and let it sit for 15 to 30 minutes.

Blot with a clean cloth.

Repeat until the stain is lifted.

Depending on the model, you may also be able to use it on upholstered furniture, too.

Check the appliance and upholstery cleaning instructions before trying it on your favorite armchair.

Or, it’s possible for you to call a carpet cleaning company.

Look for an air purifier with aHEPA filterfor the best results.

While there are lots of ways to remove pet urine smell, enzymatic cleaners are often the most effective.

As for a natural solution, baking soda and vinegar can be effective as well.

When treating, attempt to clean the entire carpet, including the pad.

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