Rocco & Roxie Stain & Odor Eliminator

Rocco & Roxie Stain & Odor Eliminator is a bio-enzymatic spray for organic messes such as urine, feces and vomit. The maker lists pet bedding, travel crates, kennels and carriers among the places to use it.

Who it suits

Owners cleaning up crate or bedding accidents who want an enzyme cleaner to remove the smell that can draw a dog back to the same spot.

Key facts

• Bio-enzymatic formula for urine, feces, vomit and other organic stains (Rocco & Roxie)
• Maker lists pet bedding, litter boxes, travel crates, kennels and carriers among its uses (Rocco & Roxie)
• New stains: apply liberally, let stand 30 to 60 minutes, blot and air dry (Rocco & Roxie)
• Laundry: treat, wait 30 minutes, then machine wash as usual (Rocco & Roxie)
• Not recommended in a steam cleaner, because heat can deactivate the biological ingredients (Rocco & Roxie)
• Ingredients: water, advanced biological blend, non-ionic surfactant, fragrance (Rocco & Roxie)

What reviewers say

NBC Select lists it as a pick recommended by cleaning experts Melissa Maker and Rueven Noyman; that is expert advice, not a lab test. KTLA and BestReviews named it their Best of the Best pet urine eliminator, saying the enzymatic formula feeds on organic matter and discourages remarking. We did not test it ourselves.

Pros and cons

• Pro: Maker lists travel crates, kennels and carriers among its uses
• Pro: Can pre-treat bedding before machine washing
• Pro: Two cleaning experts recommend it, per NBC Select
• Con: Needs a long contact time (30 to 60 minutes or more)
• Con: Contains fragrance
• Con: Not for steam cleaners, per the maker

Cautions

• Test on a hidden area first; the maker says stop if color comes off on the cloth.
• Keep your dog out of the area until it is dry; the ASPCA says enzyme cleaners can cause mild stomach upset if licked.
• If your dog keeps having accidents, see your vet to rule out a medical cause.