Answer: The single most common effect of all animal waste on concrete is that it will wick into the gel pore system of the concrete and allow bacteria to grow. Solids that can be removed easily from the surface are not as bad as urine, which is more readily absorbed into the concrete.
Like a flame thrower! Sprinkle cayenne pepper or chilli powder over the affected area. If the area is non organic ie, concrete, brick etc then wash first with vinegar or ammonia to get rid of the attractive pee scent.
The components of the urine attract moisture, and over time, several varieties of mold can begin to grow underneath your carpet. Some of these mold varieties, like penicillium, can cause respiratory symptoms, and a few, such as aspergillus, can cause long-term lung conditions with prolonged exposure.
Concrete is actually porous like a sponge. If liquid is allowed to sit for a period of time, it will absorb most anything. This is why it's hard to get stains out of concrete. When urine is introduced to concrete and allowed to dry, the uric acid crystals present in urine bond tightly to the concrete.
Vinegar. A popular natural remedy is to use vinegar because it's a smell that dogs do not like. Apply liberally to the areas where dogs are fouling to keep them away. You can also slightly dilute vinegar and spray the area – try to do this at least once a week and more regularly if it's a serious issue.
Don't punish your puppy for eliminating in the house. If you find a soiled area, just clean it up. Rubbing your puppy's nose in it, taking them to the spot and scolding them or any other punishment will only make them afraid of you or afraid to eliminate in your presence. Punishment will do more harm than good.
Not only will a vinegar and water solution eliminate urine odor if your dog has already peed on the rug, but it will also deter them from urinating on the same carpet again. The acidic smell of vinegar is known to repel dogs from peeing on area rugs as they do not like the smell of vinegar.
Clean the floor with an enzyme cleaner like our Kennel Cleaner. The enzymes in these cleaners break down the bacteria in the concrete and neutralize the odor. Similarly cleaners like Xtacular also have bacteria that keep eating away at the bad bacteria for a couple weeks after applying the cleaner.
Urine contains uric acid crystals, which are insoluble and bond tightly with the surface--in this case, the hard, porous concrete. Regular cleaning agents like soap and water won't bind to the uric acid, so no matter how many times you clean the area, those crystals stay put.
Any urine left to evaporate will ultimately end up as urea crystals which are then insoluble. Heat, humidity and even water can make these suckers stink! A concrete patio or courtyard is even more likely to hold onto that urine smell as it is very porous, allowing the urine to soak in deeply.
The bacteria that grow in pet urine stains are not particularly dangerous to regular, healthy people. However, getting rid of these stains can be quite bothersome. For people with healthy immune systems, these bacteria can cause problems like sinusitis, allergies, and airway inflammation.
Prolonged exposure to the odor can also cause skin and eye irritations like skin burns, permanent eye damage, and even blindness! Additionally, your dog's urine can also cause tracheal burns, airway damages, cough, shortness of breath, the list just goes on.
Dried urine or dried poop on the skin or in the fur could cause matting and skin irritation. Keeping your puppy's privates clean can help keep this area free of irritation and dry, itchy skin.
If urine has had time to soak into the concrete, we recommend cleaning the area with tri-sodium phosphate (TSP) to make it easier for OdorXit Eliminator to reach the urine. Using chemical resistant gloves, mix 1 part TSP into 32 parts water. Lightly scrub the mixture onto the surface.
Many (but not all) dogs hate the smell of citrus, so using citrus smells like citronella, lemongrass, lemon, and even bergamot can repel some dogs from an area. You can use these smells in scented candles or sprays to see if it keeps your dog away from an area where you don't want them peeing.
At the top of the list? Citrus. Most dogs can't stand the taste and smell of oranges, lemons, and grapefruit. Here's why — plus, how to use their dislike of citrus to your advantage.
Instead of using soap, which can make the cat odor worse, soak the area with white vinegar and let it dry. Once the vinegar is dry, clean the area with a mop or deck brush. Once dry, go over the area again with a mixture of hydrogen peroxide and baking soda.
Wet cement can damage the skin because it is caustic, abrasive, and absorbs moisture. It may also contain trace amounts of hexavalent chromium, a toxin harmful to the skin. Wet cement can cause caustic burns on the skin, sometimes referred to as cement burns.
Rain on freshly finished concrete can damage the surface, and in extreme cases, wash the surface off the concrete exposing the aggregate. To prevent this, covering the concrete with hessian will protect the surface from running water, reducing the risk of erosion.
Concrete is a strong, durable, and easily cleaned semi-porous surface. This material is actually very much like a big hard sponge–it absorbs odors, even if the concrete has been sealed. These odors may come from pet urine, oil spills, food spills, mold, mildew, and many other odor problems.
He is able to smell through solid materials, like concrete, because of scientific training techniques. It's this training that sets him apart from standard police sniffer dogs, which are able to detect human remains in shallow graves.
Firstly, use water to wash dog urine away
The first thing you should do if you notice dog urine smell outside or have seen your dog urinate on concrete or tiles is to use water to wash it off with a hose. This will get rid of excess urine and should eliminate a lot of the smell.
Spray vinegar around the perimeter.
A roaming dog will take one sniff of your lawn and turn away, but you should keep reapplying the vinegar on a daily basis.
Vinegar. While this non-toxic household substance is safe for use around your home, your dog won't appreciate it. The strong, acidic smell of vinegar is one most dogs don't like.