or a canine (or feline) senior citizen who seems to have sprung a few leaks.

Let the baking soda sit for 10 to 20 minutes, then vacuum.

If you have a colored carpet, though, you might want to go easy on the peroxide.

Jack Russell with cleaning supplies

This substance works as a mild bleaching agent, and it’s not entirely color-safe.

Don’t be embarrassed they sure aren’t!

Dogs will be dogs, and that’s why we love them.

Puppy with muddy paw prints

Still, this little quirk makes it all the more important to avoid using toxic chemicals in your toilet.

Whatever you do, though, never, ever use bleach to clean up a puppy puddle!

Thebleach will react with the naturally-produced ammoniaand release dangerous fumes.

Hand spraying white vinegar

Dog drinking from toilet bowl

Danger sign with cleaning supplies