Pets can be a joy to have around the home, providing companionship, love and comfort for those days where you just need to cuddle. But sometimes, our little fur babies make a mess, and it’s mom or dad’s job to clean it up. Pet stains can ruin furniture, stain carpets and floors, and they often leave behind an odor you and your guests will smell every time you enter the room. However, these stains don’t have to be a hassle. With the right carpet cleaner, your room will be sparkling clean and odor-free in no time.

 These three carpet and upholstery cleaners are non-toxic, and they take the stress out of cleaning up your pet’s mess. First things first, though. You’ll need the proper cleaning tools for the job. To get the most out of your cleaning solution, have paper towels, a cleaning rag and a good scrubbing brush (for tougher stains) on hand to work the stain out. Once you’ve got your tools, you’re ready for some stain elimination.

 Norwex’s Carpet Stain Buster not only removes pet stains, but it also cleans up organic stains such as food, vomit and other protein-based eyesores. It even works on car upholstery. Norwex Carpet Stain Buster breaks down stains using bacteria-killing enzymes and microbes, loosening the particles and wiping them away with no residue left behind. This product is free from any harmful chemicals and soaps, and its non-toxic formula, which is safe for pets and children alike, can be used with only your cleaning rag.

 For a cleaning product with a little more versatility, Nature Clean’s Pet Stain & Odour Remover provides a scrub-free, spray-and-go option that requires only a quick spritz on the offending spot. Nature Clean’s non-toxic mix breaks down both protein-based and non-protein-based stains like urine, feces, dirt, mud and drink stains. Nature Clean both cleans and deodorizes; this keeps repeat offenders like cats and dogs, who will use the scent of their previous marking, from marking the same spot after treatment. No odor is left behind, as well as no residue.

 Last, but not least, is Simple Green’s Naturals Carpet Care. This spray cleaner boasts having 100% natural ingredients and has no added scent or color. Like Norwex and Nature Clean, it breaks down stains and loosens them from your carpets, making it easy to wipe them up with only a cleaning rag. What sets Simple Green apart is its cruelty-free product testing, giving you peace of mind that you’re not cleaning up after your pets at the expense of other animals. Simple Green can also be used on upholstery, curtains, and even laundry stains.

 Next time your pet has an accident, leave those harsh chemical cleaners alone and grab one of these products for a safe, non-toxic cleaning solution. Not only is it better for you and your family, but it’s better for your four-legged loved ones as well.