To remove pet odor from your home, start by cleaning the source of the smell rather than only trying to cover it with candles, sprays, or air fresheners. Pet odors often linger because organic residue from urine, feces, vomit, saliva, dander, or food messes can settle into carpets, rugs, upholstery, bedding, flooring, and other soft surfaces. If you’re not sure where your pet peed, using a blacklight in a dark room helps reveal urine spots so you can treat the right areas. A bio-enzyme cleaner is effective for pet odors because enzymes are specialized proteins that help break down odor-causing organic residue into smaller pieces that are easier to clean away.

For a more thorough clean, treat affected areas with a bio-enzyme stain and odor eliminator according to the product directions, paying attention to common odor zones like pet beds, carpets, couches, rugs, litter box areas, crates, and indoor turf. RUFF STUFF Bio-Enzyme Stain & Odor Eliminator by Lillian Ruff is designed to target organic, protein-based, and fat-based pet messes, including urine, feces, vomit, saliva, food spills, and odors. Since surfaces and materials can vary throughout the home, always test on a hidden area first, avoid oversaturating, and wipe or blot away excess product as directed.