HOW TO REMOVE PET ODOUR & STAINS FROM YOUR INTERIOR

We adore our furry friends, and many of us love to take them with us wherever we go. While we love to see their faces light up as they leap into the car and wiggle with excitement, the odours they leave behind on the car’s interior can make anyone scrunch up their nose. The smells can seep into nearly all surfaces, from the vents to seat fabrics and floor mats, not to mention the fur that seems to glue itself to everything it touches. Here’s how you can eliminate strong dog odours while continuing to let your best friend live its best life.

STEP 1: LET IN SOME FRESH AIR

It’s simple. Roll down your windows and let the breeze whip through yours and your pet’s hair. As your happy pup hangs its head out the window, the air flow can help to eliminate some of that strong odour. And who doesn’t love to see a dog enjoying the simple pleasure of wind in their face?

If your pet uses a bed or mat for car rides, take it out and wash it in a washing machine.

STEP 2: CLEAN THE CLOTH

Drag out the vacuum and begin by removing all those pet hairs that cling to every surface.

Use an odour-neutralising cleaner like our Upholstery Cleaner & Protector to permanently knockout those smells that clench your cloth seats and other fabric surfaces. Integrated scrub brush cleans deep into the fabrics and fibres of your car interior, to fully eradicate the unpleasant stains and odours.

STEP 3: WIPE DOWN LEATHER & HARD SURFACES

For hard interior surfaces, use Hybrid Solutions Ceramic + Graphene Inside Job to safely and effectively clean leather seats, dashboard, doors, cup holders, and any plastic surfaces.

Formulated with pet-friendly natural enzymes, it removes tough stains, encapsulates odours and leaves behind a fresh scent, while graphene technology creates an antistatic shield to help repel dust and hair. For extra cleaning power, apply it with Ultimate Scrub Warrior Interior Micro Sponge using the white side with micro-bristles.

STEP 4: CLEAN THE CARPETS

Carpet & Mats Heavy Duty Cleaner with Odor-X technology will eliminate tough stains and pet odours on a carpet.

Shake the can well and spray evenly onto the carpet. Allow the foam to penetrate the soiled area for about a minute before scrubbing. Then use the scrub brush to work the foam deep into the carpet fibres.

STEP 5: DON’T FORGET THE GLASS

Dried slobber on your windows can be one of the most stubborn and unsightly reminders of a recent road trip with your dog, that regular glass cleaners struggle to cut through. Our Streak-Free Mist Glass Cleaner is specifically formulated to tackle dried slobber, paw smudges, and nose prints — leaving your windows crystal clear and pet-print free.

STEP 6: ELIMINATE ODOURS (DON’T JUST MASK THEM)

If the smell seems to come back every time you turn on the air conditioning, it may be in your ventilation system. Replace your cabin air filter — it's often overlooked but can harbour odours.

For deep, hard-to-reach odours — especially those trapped in your car’s vents, headliner, and upholstery — our Odor-X While Car Blast fogger offers a powerful, whole-cabin solution. Simply activate the can inside your parked vehicle and let the ultra-fine mist circulate through the interior, neutralising pet smells at a molecular level. Unlike standard air fresheners, this fogger doesn’t just mask odours — it eliminates for up to 30 days, leaving behind a clean, subtle scent that’s safe for pets and passengers.

step 6: eliminate odours (don’t just mask them)

PREVENTING FUTURE PET ODOURS

Once your car is clean, take steps to keep it that way:

Use pet seat covers or washable blankets
Keep a pack of Interior 1 wipes handy for quick cleanups
Regularly groom your pet to reduce shedding and dander
Vacuum the car weekly if you travel with pets often

FINAL THOUGHTS

Removing pet odours from your car interior doesn’t have to be a daunting task. With consistent care, a few powerful cleaning products, and some clever preventative steps, your car can stay clean and fresh — no matter how many four-legged passengers you bring along.

Whether you're a pet taxi service or just love taking your furry friend on weekend road trips, a clean-smelling car makes the journey more enjoyable for everyone.

BUILD YOUR KIT WITH OUR BEST PET ODOUR REMOVAL PRODUCTS:

Upholstery Cleaner & Protector

Hybrid Solutions Ceramic + Graphene Inside Job

Carpet & Mats Heavy Duty Cleaner

Ultimate Scrub Warrior Interior Micro

Odor-X While Car Blast fogger