How to get dog odour out of a sofa?

To remove dog odour from your sofa, HG offers effective solutions. Use HG odour eliminator extremely powerful for dogs, specially developed to remove unpleasant smells biologically. For stubborn stains and odours caused by vomit, faeces or urine, you can use HG stain and odour away for dogs. There are also some home remedies, such as using cornflour, a mixture of water and white vinegar, or cat litter granules, but these are not always sufficient and can sometimes damage your sofa. Regular cleaning and vacuuming of the sofa, together with covering it with a blanket or protective cover, helps prevent dog odour.

HG solutions for removing dog odour from your sofa

Are you dealing with stubborn dog odour in your sofa? HG offers a number of effective solutions to eliminate this smell and get your sofa smelling fresh again:

• Use HG odour eliminator extremely powerful for dogs. This product is specially developed to effectively remove unpleasant smells from your faithful four-legged friend from chairs and sofas. It does not mask the smell, but removes the source of the odour in a 100% biological way using natural enzymes and microbes.
• For stubborn stains and odours caused by vomit, faeces or urine, you can also use HG stain & odour away for dogs. This product is enhanced with OXI action power and cleans deep into the fibres of the upholstery, making deeply ingrained stains and odours easier to remove.

For more tips on removing dog odour around the home, you can also consult our guide on removing dog odour.

Remedies for dog odour in your sofa

If you are dealing with stubborn dog odour in your sofa, there are some home remedies you can try. While these solutions are not always equally effective and can sometimes carry risks, they can in certain cases offer a solution. Here are some suggestions:

• Sprinkle a layer of cornflour over the sofa, leave it to work for a couple of hours and then vacuum it up. Cornflour can absorb odours and help reduce the smell.
• Mix equal parts water and white vinegar in a spray bottle, lightly spray this mixture on the sofa and let it air dry. The vinegar smell should fade as it dries and may help reduce the dog odour.
• Sprinkle a thin layer of cat litter granules over the sofa, leave it overnight and vacuum it up the next day. The granules can absorb odours, but be careful they do not leave stains or residue. Only use this method if it is safe for your upholstery and pets cannot access the area.

Bear in mind that these solutions may not be sufficient and can sometimes damage your sofa. If you are unsure, it is best to consult a professional before getting started yourself.

Causes of dog odour in the sofa

There are various reasons why your sofa may smell of dog. Here are the main causes:

• Your dog regularly lies on the sofa, causing its odour to settle into the fabric.
• Your dog is wet or dirty and leaves dirt and moisture on the sofa.
• The sofa is not regularly cleaned or vacuumed, causing the odour to build up.
• Your dog has urinated or defecated on the sofa, leaving a strong and unpleasant odour.

To prevent your sofa from smelling of dog in future, you can take the following steps:

• Place a blanket or protective cover over the sofa where your dog is allowed to lie and wash these regularly.
• Clean and dry your dog before letting it on the sofa.
• Regularly vacuum and clean the sofa to remove odours.
• Train your dog not to urinate or defecate on the sofa and take it outside regularly. By following these preventive measures consistently, you can maintain a fresh-smelling sofa while still allowing your pet to enjoy comfortable seating areas. Remember that prevention is always easier than removal when it comes to pet odours.