Carpets & Upholstery

Cat urine in carpets and other porous surfaces is a significant problem primarily because it can go undetected for a long time. The urine itself has very little odor but once it starts to decay it becomes a problem. The first stage of decay produces amines (ammonia) which are unpleasant while the second stage of decay produces mercaptans which are the real problem. With a carpet this can mean the urine has soaked through the carpet to the floor or deeply into your favorite sofa. In spite of product and carpet cleaner claims this odor cannot be eliminated with detergents or by spraying the surface as the product will not go down as deep as the urine.

The solution is Thornell’s Cat Odor-Off. Cat Odor-Off will eliminate odors regardless of how long it’s been or even after all sorts of other remedies have been tried. Pour Cat Odor-Off on, making certain that you have covered the soiled area completely, soaking through the carpet or sofa reaching the odor source. Let it dry. That’s it.

Litter Box Odor

The basic odor control for litter boxes is to strain frequently for solid matter and change the litter often enough so the ammonia from the decaying urine doesn’t become a problem. Actually if the urine is left long enough it will go into a second stage of decay and a mercaptan odor will be produced which is very objectionable. Once the litter is changed use Cat Odor-Off or AOE to clean the empty tray or around the area where the tray sits if your pet missed where they aimed. Let dry. The odor will be gone.

Tomcat Spray Odor

Tomcat Spray Odor is a serious problem because it contains odorous materials in addition to urine. Wash off any odorous material that is visible. Using Cat Odor-Off spray the area several times until the odor is controlled or eliminated. Spray the surface until it becomes just wet enough so that the odor control product starts to run down. Let dry and repeat the process as needed.

Concentrate

Remove cap from the small, graduated part of the bottle. Squeeze large part of bottle, with cap on, forcing Cat Odor-Off into the measurement chamber.

Dilute ½ oz. of Cat Odor-Off Concentrate to 16 oz. of water in a spray or pour-on applicator.

Spray or pour on the source of the odor. If on carpet saturate to reach the odor source. Work in thoroughly if possible. Allow to dry. If odor persists after Cat Odor-Off has dried, the source of the odor has not been reached. Continue to reapply as necessary.

May be applied directly to the animal, on cages, fabrics, carpets and any place a problem odor exists. Very effective when applied to the surface of litter boxes.

Soaker

The soaker is preferred versus the spray bottle for use on carpet or upholstery. Spraying doesn't reach the odor source as there is not enough product applied to reach the source of the odor below the carpet or upholstery.

Pull up on the applicator cap, point the bottle at the problem area and squeeze. If on carpet saturate to reach the odor source. Work in thoroughly if possible. Allow to dry. If odor persists after Cat Odor-Off has dried, the source of the odor has not been reached. Continue to reapply as necessary.

May be applied directly to the animal, on cages, fabrics, carpets and any place a problem odor exists. Very effective when applied to the surface of litter boxes.

Product Safety/Cautions

Product Safety:

All Thornell products are safe for use on any surface or directly on the animal. As with any pet care product, consult with your veterinarian and review and follow the label directions. Contains water, proprietary essential oil blend and preservatives.

Keep out of the reach of children. For external use only.

Cautions:

Spot test for color fastness before applying to any fabric. Do not spray directly into animals eyes.