Dried cat poop is a huge problem, especially if you have difficulty getting it out of the carpet. Being unable to remove a dried-up piece of cat waste from the carpet is the worst possible scenario. You’ll want to clean up any dried cat poop as soon as possible. Not doing so could cause your whole home to smell like excrement, or worse, it could attract more unwanted guests. That is why we have collected some hacks on how to get dried cat poop out of carpet. These are the best tips we could find, and they will help you get the job done quickly so you can move on with your life.
First, Remove as Much of the Dried Cat Poop as You Can
If your cat has left you a gift in the form of dried poop on your carpet, the first thing you should do is remove as much of it as possible. If it’s still hard and solid, use a plastic spoon to scrape it off. If it’s loose and powdery, use a vacuum with a soft brush attachment or a damp rag to wipe it up. Don’t forget to wear gloves when you clean up the mess because cat poop can contain harmful bacteria. If there’s still some left behind, use a vacuum with soft bristles (or just the hose attachment) and gently brush it away from carpet fibers.
The Soap And Water Method
One of the best ways to remove dried cat poop from the carpet is with soap and water. To start, prepare a spray bottle with hot water and dish soap. Then, spray the mixture directly onto the cat poop stain and let it sit for 15 minutes. You’ll want to let it soak into the carpet before scrubbing it out. While you wait for your solution to soak in, make sure that you don’t walk on or sit on the carpet with shoes on because this can make it harder for the solution to penetrate the carpet fibers and get rid of the stains.
After 15 minutes or so has passed, use an old toothbrush or rag to scrub at the stain until it’s gone. You may need to repeat this process until all traces of the stain have been eliminated. Once the stains are gone, use a wet vac or steam cleaner to suck up all the moisture from your carpet. If a vacuum is unavailable, use paper towels or old rags to absorb as much liquid as possible, then discard them.
The Baking Soda And White Vinegar Method
First, you’ll need to mix some baking soda and water into a paste. You don’t want the paste to be too wet or too dry—just add enough water to stick together easily when you squeeze it between your fingers. Then apply the paste liberally over the dried cat poo stain. Let this sit for at least half an hour so the baking soda can absorb any moisture in the carpet fibers and loosen up any dirt or dust particles trapped beneath them.
After 30 minutes or so, use a clean rag (or several) dipped in white vinegar and rub gently over the top of where you applied your baking soda mixture until all traces of it are gone from sight (and hopefully smell). If there’s more dried cat poo left behind after this step, repeat steps one through three again! Remember that if you can still smell the cat poo, it’s not gone yet! If you’ve got any leftover baking soda or vinegar after this step, pour or sprinkle it over where you’ve just finished cleaning (sopping up as much moisture as possible) and let sit for at least 30 minutes before vacuuming.
The Ammonia Method
Ammonia is a great cleaning product that’s super versatile—it can help remove cat pee stains on tile, carpets, and upholstery. But did you know it’s also great for getting rid of dried cat poop? Here’s how it works:
Apply a solution of one part water and one part ammonia to the spot where the poop was. After 30 minutes, blot with paper towels or an absorbent cloth to remove excess moisture. Using a scrub brush to remove any lingering feces is an option if the stain persists after blotting.
Once you’ve cleaned the area, rinse it with warm water to remove any remaining ammonia. The trick here is to not use so much ammonia that it leaves a strong smell behind—just enough to break down whatever was left over from the poop. The ammonia will also help to neutralize any lingering odors.
The Hydrogen Peroxide Method
You’ve probably heard of this method, but if you haven’t tried it yet, trust us—it works! The idea is to use hydrogen peroxide to lift the stains. First, blot up as much cat poop as you can with paper towels or an absorbent cloth. After that, apply 1/2 cup of 3% hydrogen peroxide, and wait 15 minutes. Blot up again with paper towels, then use a vacuum to remove any remaining residue. If there’s still a stain left behind, repeat the process until all traces of cat poop have disappeared!
The Dish Detergent And Rubbing Alcohol Method
Another method is using dish detergent and rubbing alcohol. First, mix equal parts dish detergent and rubbing alcohol in a spray bottle until they reach a foamy consistency. Next, saturate the area around the dried poop with this solution. Let it sit for about 15 minutes before blotting up excess liquid. This will help loosen up the dried poop so you can easily pick it up with paper towels or a scrub brush (depending on how much-dried poop there is).
If there’s still some stubborn dried poop left behind after this process, try spraying some more solution on top of it and letting it sit overnight before cleaning again in the morning. Last but not least, after you’ve cleaned and dried the affected area, sprinkle some baking soda over the stain. If there are any lingering odors on your carpet, this should help get rid of them.
Always Remember!
Removing pet odors and stains might be straightforward. The key is to treat the problem early by covering it with baking soda when you pet your cat or wiping away a spill before it soaks in. Take care of problems before they become permanent and extend to other areas of your home. Caring for pets is enjoyable but not always easy. You must sometimes do the nasty labor. Next time, we hope you’ll be prepared.
