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How do I remove dog urine from clothing?

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Question: How do I remove dog urine from clothing?
Here's how to remove dog urine stains:
Answer:

We love our dogs, but not their urine odors. For washable clothing or linens, first flush the area with cold water. Then launder as usual with a heavy-duty detergent, adding 1 cup vinegar to the wash water. If the odor remains, repeat the process. Line drying the items outside will also help dissipate the odors.

For items that must be dry-cleaned, be sure to tell the cleaner what caused the stain and where it is located.

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