We all love our feline friends, and while they should go to the bathroom in the litter box like they’re supposed to, there are times—whether they’re sick, mad, or the litter box is full—that they tend to pee on their owner’s possessions.
Whether you have a down or a regular comforter, the last thing you want is stains on it from cat urine. Not only are the stains nasty looking, but the odor is also horrible. Whether the comforter has to be dry-cleaned or can be thrown into the washing machine, the stains and the smells can sometimes linger.
So, what can you do, other than toss the comforter and purchase a new one? In this article, we’ll give you a few tips on how to get cat pee out of your comforter in just a few easy steps.
How to Remove Cat Pee from a Comforter
Cats typically pee outside of the litter box for one of three reasons—they have a urinary tract infection, they are being territorial, or their litter box is dirty. Unfortunately, no matter the reason, your comforter may take the hit!
Below, we’ll list some steps to help you remove the cat urine from your comforter with ease.
1. Paper Towel
Take a rag or paper towel and press it firmly on the area of the comforter where the urine is. Remove as much of the pee as possible. Don’t forget to wear gloves during the entire process for safety’s sake.
2. Mix a Solution
While pet stores sell enzyme-containing treatments to help remove pet urine from comforters, you can make a DIY solution instead if you don’t want to go that route. You’ll need one tablespoon of any type of laundry detergent and a cup of warm water. Mix the solution, and either use a cloth to blot it on the stain or put it in a spray bottle and spray the stain directly.
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3. Clean
Now it’s time to decide whether to take the comforter to the dry cleaners or launder it at home. If you choose to launder it at home, move to step four. If you’re going to take it to the cleaners, skip to step five.
4. Washing Machine
Set your washing machine to the gentle cycle on cold water. Add the washing detergent, and let the machine run through its cycle. Repeat the steps if it is needed to remove the stain. Make sure that you lay the comforter flat on a flat surface to air dry—don’t put the comforter in the dryer.
5. Dry Cleaner
If you’ve decided to take the comforter to the dry cleaners, make sure that you keep the stain wet until you get it to the cleaners for washing. Keep a mixture of half stain treatment, half water on the stain, and get it to the dry cleaners as quickly as possible for the best results.
Keep an Eye on Your Cat
Often, a cat is upset or restless, which is why they’re urinating on your furniture and bedding. However, it’s possible that your furry friend has something else going on. Other than a dirty litter box, the most common reason for a cat to urinate outside of the litter box is a urinary tract infection. Start by taking your cat to the vet to determine if there’s an infection or another type of medical problem, then go from there.
Final Thoughts
This concludes our article on how to get cat pee out of a comforter in five steps. First, remember to keep an eye on your cat to determine if the problem is medical or behavioral. Once you’ve cleaned out your cat’s litter box, and they still use the bathroom outside of the box, then it’s time to consider other reasons for this behavior.
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