Dog and cat urine, feces, vomit and drool are organic stains, and they call for a product built for organic material. Nature's Miracle is an enzymatic, bacteria-based stain and odor remover made for those messes. It comes as a dog version, a cat version, and an Advanced formula for severe dog messes.
Start with a hidden-area test, since the maker says color can be removed from some surfaces. Use full strength, and apply it before any other cleaner. Give it time to work, and keep people and pets off the area until it is dry.
What it is
Nature's Miracle is an enzymatic, bacteria-based stain and odor remover for pet messes. Its ingredients are water, isopropyl alcohol, surfactants, an enzymatic blend, citrus fragrance and an odor counteractant. The Advanced formula adds a preservative and uses a fresh scent.
According to the maker
What to use it on
Carpet spots
Carpet is one of the surfaces the maker lists for Nature's Miracle. Run the hidden-area test first, wait one hour, and wipe to check for color loss.
If the test is clear, wipe up the mess, soak the stain, and wait 10 minutes (15 for Advanced) before blotting with a clean cloth. Let the carpet dry for 24 hours before anyone or any pet walks on it.
Hard floors
Hard floors are on the maker's list of surfaces, but untreated hardwood is on the do-not-use list. Check what kind of floor you have before you start.
Run the hidden-area test, and stop if the color changes. Apply the same wipe, soak and blot steps, then let the floor dry for 24 hours.
Furniture and fabrics
Furniture and fabrics are listed uses, and the label has a full fabric list you should check. Leather, suede, silk and wool specialty fabrics are on the do-not-use list. Test a hidden area on the fabric first, then follow the same soak and blot steps.
Laundry presoak
The maker lists laundry as a pre-wash treatment, so you apply it to a stain before the item is washed. Test a hidden spot on the fabric first, and use full strength. Let it soak for 10 minutes (15 for Advanced) and blot with a clean cloth before washing.
Odor removal
Odors call for a different method from stains. Saturate the area down to the pad, since the odor source can sit there, and let it air dry without wiping.
For stubborn Advanced odors, lay a water-saturated towel over the area for 1 to 2 hours. Keep people and pets off the area until it is dry.
5 steps
How to use it
- 1
Test a hidden area first
Apply it to a hidden spot and wait one hour before wiping it. If the color changes, do not use Nature's Miracle on that surface. Use full strength, and use it before any other cleaner.
- 2
Wipe up and soak the stain
Wipe up whatever you can from the surface first. Then soak the stain thoroughly with the product at full strength.
- 3
Wait, then blot the area
Let the product work for 10 minutes on the regular formula, or 15 minutes on the Advanced formula. Blot the area with a clean cloth. On the Advanced formula, scrub old feces or vomit stains gently with a soft brush for 1 minute.
- 4
Let the area dry fully
Let the treated area dry for 24 hours. Keep people and pets off it until it is dry.
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Saturate odors and let them air dry
For odors, saturate the area down to the odor source, which in carpet may mean the pad and floor. Let it air dry without wiping. Use a water-saturated towel over the area for 1 to 2 hours only if an Advanced odor is stubborn.
Where not to use it
The maker says not to use Nature's Miracle on untreated hardwood, leather, suede, silk or wool specialty fabrics. Do not use it on any surface where the color is removed in the 1-hour hidden-area test.
Do not apply it directly on pets. For those surfaces, skip this product and follow the care instructions for the item instead.
Safety
The label carries a CAUTION: the product is harmful if swallowed, so seek immediate medical attention if that happens. For eye contact, flush with water for 15 minutes and contact a physician, and avoid prolonged skin contact, which may cause irritation. Keep it out of reach of children and pets, and use it before other cleaners rather than after, since other cleaners may set stains.
Never mix chlorine bleach with vinegar or other acids, ammonia or rubbing alcohol. Poison Control: 1-800-222-1222.
Versions the maker sells
Where to buy
Nature’s Miracle Dog Stain & Odor Remover, Enzymatic Cleaner, 32 oz
Nature’s Miracle Advanced Dog Stain & Odor Eliminator, Severe Mess
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Questions
Is Nature's Miracle made for dogs or cats?
Nature's Miracle comes as a Stain and Odor Remover for Dogs and a Stain and Odor Remover for Cats, plus an Advanced Stain and Odor Eliminator for dogs and cats. Check the label on your bottle to confirm which version you have before you use it.
Does Nature's Miracle work on old stains?
The Advanced formula's directions include old feces and vomit stains, which you scrub gently with a soft brush for 1 minute during the soak. The regular formula's directions do not mention old stains, so run the hidden-area test before you treat one. For either version, soak the stain thoroughly before blotting.
Can I use Nature's Miracle on hardwood floors?
Not on untreated hardwood, which the maker lists as a do-not-use surface. Hard floors are on the maker's list of uses, so check the floor type first and run the hidden-area test before treating a spot. Stop if the color changes.
How long does Nature's Miracle need to dry?
The maker says to let the treated area dry for 24 hours. Keep people and pets off the area until it is dry. For odors, saturate the area and let it air dry without wiping.
Can I use Nature's Miracle in laundry?
Yes, the maker lists laundry as a pre-wash treatment, so you apply it to the stain before the item is washed. Test a hidden spot on the fabric first and use full strength. Avoid silk and wool specialty fabrics, which are on the do-not-use list.
Is Nature's Miracle safe to use around pets?
The maker says not to apply it directly on pets, and to keep pets off treated areas until they are dry. It is also harmful if swallowed, so keep it out of reach of children and pets. If anyone swallows it, seek immediate medical attention.
What is the difference between Advanced and the regular formula?
The Advanced formula uses a 15-minute soak instead of 10 before blotting, and its directions add a soft-brush step for old feces and vomit stains. It also has a towel step for stubborn odors, and it adds a preservative and a fresh scent. Use it at full strength, without diluting.
Does Nature's Miracle work on leather, suede or silk?
No. The maker says not to use it on untreated hardwood, leather, suede, silk or wool specialty fabrics. Follow the item's own care instructions for those materials instead.
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