Yes, Dawn dish soap effectively cleans dog pee, especially when combined with hydrogen peroxide and baking soda in homemade solutions, to break down stains and odors; it's great for carpets and furniture, but always spot-test first and use plain Dawn, not concentrated types. The soap helps lift the stain, while the peroxide tackles the protein and bacteria, and baking soda absorbs moisture and odor, creating a powerful, pet-safe cleaner.

Will Dawn dish soap get rid of dog pee smell?

When making my solution, I put hot water, dawn dish soap, and enzyme cleaner to remove pee. It has been incredible, 10/10 removes absolutely everything, there is zero smell anymore, and it's the only thing that has made me feel like my carpets are truly clean.

How to clean dog pee with dish soap?

To treat urine spot damaged areas, blot damp areas as soon as the urine is detected with plain white paper toweling. Apply a solution of 1/4 teaspoon of a liquid dishwashing detergent (nonbleach and non-lanolin) with one cup of lukewarm water, by saturating paper towels and blotting.

What not to use to clean dog pee?

Too often, people recommend vinegar to remove urine smell. While it is in fact a good, natural cleaner, it should NEVER be used for pet stains. While vinegar has a pH level of 2, urine has a pH balance of 6. Both cats and dogs urinate where they smell they have gone before.

How long should I let Dawn dish soap sit on a stain?

As a stain remover

For everything from greasy food spills to makeup smudges to ink stains, a few drops of Dawn can do the trick. Simply apply it directly to the stain, let it sit for about five minutes, and then wash as usual. For tougher stains, gently scrub with a soft brush before laundering.

Ask the Vet! "Is it safe to use Dawn dish soap to wash my dog?"

What should you not use Dawn dish soap on?

You should not use Dawn dish soap on items where it can strip protective coatings, oils, or finishes, like car paint, hardwood floors/furniture, fine leather, cast iron, natural stone countertops (marble, granite), and skin/hair, as it's too harsh; also avoid it in automatic dishwashers and washing machines due to excessive suds. 

Is Dawn good for urine?

Dawn dish soap has a million uses, including removing urine stains and odor from carpets. When combined with hydrogen peroxide, this disinfectant mixture will break down stains on a molecular level and kill bacteria, making it one of the best pet stain removers.

What is the best enzyme cleaner for dog urine and poop?

Nature's Miracle Stain and Odor Remover

Nature's Miracle is one of the best products we've found for removing pet stains and odors. Like our top overall pick, it effectively tackles both the spot and any odor left behind. You can even use it to work out old set-in stains.

How do professionals remove dog pee smell?

- Enzymatic cleaners. Perfect for eliminating odor, enzymatic cleaners work by breaking down the proteins in pet urine into smaller molecules. This allows all odor-causing enzymes to be destroyed, leaving your carpet smelling as good as new.

Is it better to wash dog pee in hot or cold water?

Cold water is the best choice for removing urine stains. Using hot water can actually set the proteins in urine, making the stain more difficult to remove. For best results, rinse or soak the stained item in cold water as soon as possible before washing.

Why do I still smell dog pee after cleaning?

If new puddles have been cleared but the odor persists, there may be old, smelly stains nearby. Use a black light to see old urine stains on carpets and fabrics and treat them with enzymatic cleaners, baking soda, and other deodorizing treatments.

Do vets recommend Dawn dish soap?

Vets generally do not recommend Dawn dish soap for regular bathing because it's too harsh, strips natural oils, disrupts skin pH, and can cause dryness and irritation, but they might suggest it for specific, severe issues like heavy flea infestations or oil/skunk spray removal as a temporary, one-time fix, followed by a proper dog shampoo to rehydrate the skin. It's a harsh degreaser, great for oil but bad for routine use, so it's a "use in a pinch" scenario, not a maintenance product. 

What is the best homemade cleaner for dog urine?

Urine, Vomit and Poop Stains: Hydrogen Peroxide, Liquid Soap, and Baking Soda. This mixture is particularly beneficial for use in treating urine stains because it helps to break down uric crystals.

How do you make enzyme cleaner for dog urine?

Mix half a cup of water, one tablespoon of dish soap, and half a cup of hydrogen peroxide (3% solution) in a spray bottle. Shake well before use. Apply the solution to the urine stain and let it sit for fifteen minutes. After that, blot the area using a cloth to soak out as much liquid as possible.

What happens if my dog licks Dawn soap?

Dawn dish soap is a detergent and can cause poisoning in dogs if they lick it off their fur. Even in small amounts, over an extended period of time, this can lead to GI upset in your pet. Symptoms of detergent poisoning include vomiting, diarrhea, and excessive drooling.

Why put Dawn in your toilet before bed?

People put Dawn (dish soap) in the toilet at night to help unclog minor blockages by lubricating the waste and breaking down organic matter, allowing it to slide down the drain, often followed by hot water in the morning. While it's a DIY hack for organic clogs (like excessive toilet paper), it's not a substitute for proper toilet cleaners and might not work for severe obstructions, with some experts warning against using it in the tank due to potential damage to seals.
 

What surfaces should I avoid cleaning with Dawn?

Surfaces to avoid with Dawn® Powerwash:

• Marble countertops, sink basins, and backsplashes.
• Wood, including unsealed, varnished, stained, or painted wood surfaces & furniture. ...
• Glass with UV coatings or other specialty treatments.
• Painted, varnished, or coated surfaces, including automobile paint.

Why is Dawn so good at removing stains?

According to Morgan Brashear, a senior scientist at P&G, which owns Dawn, it's the “surfactant chemistry” in Dawn that makes it so good at removing stains. If we're talking makeup, food, or sweat stains, oil likely plays a role in making them set into garments.

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