[zinnia]

Have you had any issues with your soft crate retaining odors? If so, were you able to eliminate the odor?
My girl threw up in her crate (noz2noz) several weeks ago, and despite thorough cleaning, I haven’t been able to get rid of the smell. I’ve scrubbed every nook and cranny plus sprinkled baking soda and vacuumed it out. I’m starting to think the odor has permeated the lining and the crate needs to be replaced, but I’m reluctant to do so as it’s only two years old. Any cleaning ideas before I fork out $100+ on a new crate?

 

[nolefan]

Have you tried using an enzyme based cleaner like Nature's Miracle? Hosing it down and letting it bakein the sun?

 

[diane0905]

White vinegar and water may also help — followed up with a good rinsing, drying, and Febreze.

 

[zinnia]

Have you tried using an enzyme based cleaner like Nature's Miracle? Hosing it down and letting it bakein the sun?

I haven’t tried putting it out in the sun yet because of the pollen, but maybe it will let up enough for me to do that soon. I will get some Nature’s Miracle and give that a try. Thanks for the suggestions!

 

[zinnia]

White vinegar and water may also help — followed up with a good rinsing, drying, and Febreze.

I think the drying is where I went wrong! I used a white vinegar/soap/water mix and thought I had it beat, but the smell came back a day or so later. I may try the vinegar again and then make sure I get it good and dry outside. Thanks!

 

[DevWind]

Does the shell come off the frame? I have Elite Field crates and whenever they get smelly/dirty, I take the shell off and throw it in the washer.

 

[zinnia]

Does the shell come off the frame? I have Elite Field crates and whenever they get smelly/dirty, I take the shell off and throw it in the washer.

Good idea! I think it does come off! Thanks

 

[diane0905]

Good idea! I think it does come off! Thanks

I own the one you own and I did not know that! Let me know. Haha I take mine outside and hose it off on warm weather days.