Most owners get frustrated with pet odor on the couch and bed, and that’s why we’ve written a guide on how to get the dog smell out of your house. This is because we care about your family and guests and we don’t want them to suffer from funky pet odors!
Pet odor is not always easy to clean up, since it sticks and clings to anything, but most especially carpets. A dog’s smell is their natural smell because it’s one of the ways they identify each other. Also, dogs do like to explore around so they’re bound to have funky smells.
Nonetheless, with the right methods, you will have a cleaner-smelling house, apartment, or condo unit, even when your dogs like to lounge around.
How to tell if your house smells like dog
You won’t be able to tell if your pet smells like a dog if you have been keeping your pet for a long time. Pet owners get desensitized or get used to the smell.
The best method is to ask someone who doesn’t live in your house (and doesn’t own a pet). They will easily notice if your house smells like a dog. Consider asking a relative or friend to make sure they aren’t making it up.
How to get a pet smell out of the new house
If you’ve just purchased a new home, having a lingering dog smell can be one of the problems. Here are some easy ways to deodorize your new place:
| Mopping the floor | Try mopping the floor with cleaning solutions or even just bleach (if it’s not sensitive). This will neutralize bad smells left behind by pets. |
| Add sealants | These sealants can be applied to floors and walls. They will prevent pet stains from penetrating the material so they are easier to clean up without leaving smells. |
| Steam the carpet | Carpets are one of the items around the house that are more prone to catching bad smells. If the new house comes with carpets, have them steam cleaned to reduce or remove bad odor. |
| Use an air purifier | Do air purifiers help with smell? Yes, they do, thanks to the activated carbon filter present in most units. It absorbs most odors, including dog smells. |
| Try vinegar | Vinegar is a general deodorizer that you can grab from the kitchen. It will neutralize different kinds of bad odors and not just from your pet. |
How to get rid of pet odor in the apartment
Living in an apartment with a pet (or if the former tenant had a pet or two) doesn’t mean you have to suffer from funky odors all the time. Here are some of the best air purifiers for apartments to get rid of pet smell:
Hamilton Beach 04384 TrueAir Air Purifier
This air purifier specializes in pet odor removal thanks to its two carbon zeolite filters and a pre-filter for pet hair. Other than that, it is a true HEPA filter that runs quietly at night. What we like is that the HEPA filter is permanent and can be cleaned manually so you don’t need to buy another one every 6 months or so.
With 3 speeds to choose from, this air purifier is applicable for up to 140 square feet of room size. You can mount it horizontally or vertically to further save space in your indoor area.
Hathaspace HSP001 Smart True HEPA Air Purifier for Home
If you live in a bigger apartment, this air purifier might catch your attention. It has a 5-in-1 filter system that will get rid of odors and other debris in the air for a cleaner home. It has a True HEPA filter, cold catalyst, cellular-activated carbon filter for pet smells, an antibacterial filter for germs and the like, and an ionizer (ozone-safe, can be turned off).
What’s more, it has an automatic mode so you don’t need to switch between the different speeds as it adapts to your air pollution levels indoors. It also has a remote control to avoid having to get out of bed at night.
Bissell 2609A Smart Purifier
Yet another one for larger apartment units, this one has carbon filters and a HEPA filter that work together to eliminate smells and indoor pollution. It has an auto mode to avoid having to fiddle with the settings all the time. Ideal for up to 800 square feet, this unit also has a whisper-quiet fan speed option.
The soft-touch dial makes it easy to operate while the platform legs add a depth of design to it. You can also store the cord into its built-in storage at the back for fuss-free arrangement and transport. Due to the minimalist black design, it is easy to blend with most kinds of rooms and home motifs.
RENPHO Air Purifier for Allergies and Pets
Yet another cylindrical air purifier in our list is this one, which can clean up to 240 square feet of the room area. It has a 4-stage filtration system made up of a pre-filter, antibacterial coating, True HEPA, and an activated carbon filter with net filter. Since it has a portable design, it is easy to place anywhere in your home or apartment. The filter only needs to be replaced every 6 to 8 months.
At only 26 dB on the lowest setting (sleep mode), it is an air purifier meant for light sleepers and homes with babies. With 3 fan speeds to choose from and a timer option of 2/4/8 hours, this unit will be a good nighttime buddy. It even has a customizable night light option where you can select a colorful gradient mode. Don’t worry, though, as the night light is not too bright for bedtime hours.
Conclusion
To wrap it up, dog smell doesn’t have to linger around the house if you can clean it up. By using an air purifier and other cleaning methods, Fido’s bad odor will no longer be a nuisance to family, friends, and guests. We hope you find our tips useful – not just for dogs, but also for other pets such as cats!
