Cleaning a carpet from cat urine stains and its characteristic odor is quite difficult and requires a number of steps, first of which is to absorb the liquid with the help of a cloth, by pressing it against the carpet for about 30 seconds. The affected area is then rinsed with plain water. Excess water is blotted away. In order to get rid of the odor, baking soda is sprinkled onto the affected area and rubbed. An alternative is to pour a solution of vinegar in plain water onto the affected region. It is then covered with a towel with a heavy item placed over it for the application of pressure.

In order to clean dry stains, the best option is to use a wet vacuum machine. It pushes fresh water into the carpet and pulls dirty water out. Another effective method to eliminate the odor is the application of a mixture of mouthwash, hydrogen peroxide and water to the stained area.