bajandy Posted November 23, 2019 Report Share Posted November 23, 2019 My senior dog is incontinent. Pees on floors of unglazed tile. Internet search recommends special enzyme products to eliminate urine smell. How effective are these? Are they available locally? Where? Does anyone have any other ideas? I think he is too old to be retrained or disciplined. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chapalence Posted November 23, 2019 Report Share Posted November 23, 2019 42 minutes ago, bajandy said: My senior dog is incontinent. Pees on floors of unglazed tile. Internet search recommends special enzyme products to eliminate urine smell. How effective are these? Are they available locally? Where? Does anyone have any other ideas? I think he is too old to be retrained or disciplined. No, they don't work. Been there, tried everything including bottle after bottle of the enzymatic products and the urine smell remains, esp. on porous materials. It's a choice we make as pet owners. Often times there is no solution other than to adapt to the often bad smelling pet odors. Myself, I draw the line at cats, litter boxes, and cats in my home. Others don't seem to mind. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MtnMama Posted November 24, 2019 Report Share Posted November 24, 2019 Consider doggie diapers. There are a variety of options, just know your dog probably isn't happy about it either and diapers may help. Here is a good article. https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/health/everything-you-need-to-know-about-dog-diapers/ 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sea Posted November 24, 2019 Report Share Posted November 24, 2019 Try washing with a vinegar water solution. It won't take all the smell out, but it's better than only soap and water. Nature's Miracle is the brand name of the enzyme that's suppose to neutralize dog urine. I haven't had luck with it either. We use Odoban which used to be available at Sam's. I don't know if they still carry it. It's hospital strength disinfectant and order control. Since you have porous tile, you've got a tough problem, but these are the things I'd use. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mudgirl Posted November 24, 2019 Report Share Posted November 24, 2019 You could try sprinkling a good amount of baking powder over the area, which does neutralize odors. Leave it overnight and vacuum it up in the morning and see if that works. Cheap and non-toxic. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gringohombre Posted November 24, 2019 Report Share Posted November 24, 2019 Just a thought but worth a try. I have 3 rescue dogs and all have had various problems. Years ago I found Dr. Pepe in Riberas and he has done many milagros with them including getting Minnie back on her feet after a bad arthritic condition that devolved into her not being able to walk. I give her anti inflammatory pill daily from him and she is doing quite well. Maybe there is some medication for your dogs condition. I hope so. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
carol r Posted November 24, 2019 Report Share Posted November 24, 2019 You might want to try Clorox Urine Remover for stains & odors. Works on all surfaces. I have an incontinent dog & a marking dog. Works on the urine problem....not so much on the marking.... It's not cheap but it's a big spray bottle and I used it on tile, cement , bedding and rugs. 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Yo1 Posted November 24, 2019 Report Share Posted November 24, 2019 Sometimes medication can help older, incontinent dogs. Nature's Miracle works really well on cloth and even grout lines but obviously not on unglazed tile. The belly bands work well too. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gringohombre Posted November 24, 2019 Report Share Posted November 24, 2019 I am sure that you have consulted a vet about this but worth a try with Dr. Pepe. His cel (on his Facebook page) is 333 496 7080. Basic English so Spanish is better. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Taaffe Posted November 24, 2019 Report Share Posted November 24, 2019 Solution of one cup white vinegar half cup baking soda dash If dish soap mixed in 4 cups water it works 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
luvsdawgs Posted November 24, 2019 Report Share Posted November 24, 2019 Vinegar works well, it is a disinfectant as well as a deodorizer. I just mix it with water when I mop the floor. I also use it when I wash dog items as it removes the odors. It works well as a softener also. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sue Posted November 24, 2019 Report Share Posted November 24, 2019 Plain old vinegar is a great for reducing urine smells if the diluted vinegar does not take away the smell pour some on full strength and let it sit on your tiles for a bit before rinsing off . Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gimpychimp Posted November 24, 2019 Report Share Posted November 24, 2019 13 hours ago, carol r said: You might want to try Clorox Urine Remover for stains & odors. Works on all surfaces. I have an incontinent dog & a marking dog. Works on the urine problem....not so much on the marking.... It's not cheap but it's a big spray bottle and I used it on tile, cement , bedding and rugs. This product is outstanding in our opinion. There is a large bottle and a spray bottle combo available at Costco which is not much more than buying a single spray bottle here. It also works on blood stains, we found, as long as you don't use something else on the stain first. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rick Sanchez Posted November 24, 2019 Report Share Posted November 24, 2019 1 hour ago, gimpychimp said: This product is outstanding in our opinion. There is a large bottle and a spray bottle combo available at Costco which is not much more than buying a single spray bottle here. It also works on blood stains, we found, as long as you don't use something else on the stain first. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GeorgiaPeach Posted November 24, 2019 Report Share Posted November 24, 2019 https://www.amazon.com.mx/Vets-Best-Comfort-Disposable-Indicator Using these will save you a lot of grief - our 12 year old rescue of less than a year ago adapted very well with them - no washing just throw out - they work great. Vinegar for the odor is best. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Susy Wilson Posted December 1, 2019 Report Share Posted December 1, 2019 On 11/23/2019 at 10:48 PM, Taaffe said: Solution of one cup white vinegar half cup baking soda dash If dish soap mixed in 4 cups water it works This is the best concoction for odors. Even gets out the spray of skunk! 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fordtruckman Posted December 1, 2019 Report Share Posted December 1, 2019 You might try alcohol. It's the primary ingredient in many products to remove skunk odors. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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