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FuckCovid19 · 27/03/2020 11:46

Not sure if this needs a trigger warning
(Name changed cos I felt like it and this might be outing)

I know that this isn't exactly the end of the world, and I realise that there are worse things going on right now, but I just need a moan. So here goes:

Last Friday, our beloved Rottweiler died. He was 10 and a half and had been diagnosed with cancer (osteosarcoma, that had spread basically everyfuckingwhere!!) the week before and the vets couldn't say how long he had left. I'm still wondering why the fuck they woke the poor sod up after his xrays but hey ho

I came downstairs to let him out for a wee and there he was, lying on the floor Sad I thought we'd have more time, and I honestly thought we'd end up taking him to the vets to be PTS because everyone kept telling me "you'll know when it's time". But no, he passed away, alone, on the living room floor, after seemingly wandering about during the night in pain.

Anyway, he'd obviously been lying on the couch and had had a bout of diarrhoea (with some blood in it) which has soaked through the throw that was on there and has made an absolute mess of the couch Sad DH (god bless him) spent ages cleaning up the mess on the floor where DDog passed away, but we aren't really equipped to clean the couch, and I actually bought couch cover from DFS when we got it, so we rang and made a claim, filled out all the forms and have been waiting patiently for them to come and clean it for us.

Well, they aren't coming now cos everyone is on lockdown and their staff aren't going out to anyone's homes. That's fair enough. I get that we have to do our best to stop this stupid fucking virus from ravaging the country. But I'm still gutted that my couch fucking stinks and it's a contant reminder of walking downstairs to find my lovely dog dead on the floor.

I'm devastated that my lovely boy has gone, and who knows how long it will be till someone can come and clean the couch. I can't afford a new one, but even if I could I can't go out and buy one anyway!!

I also would just love a hug from my mum, but she's 71 and is self isolating Sad so fuck knows when I'll be able to actually get near her!!

So, thanks for reading. Not sure what the point of this thread actually is, just needed to vent I suppose.

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LochJessMonster · 27/03/2020 11:52

Firstly, I am so very very sorry. Losing a pet is horrendous.

Your dog died in his home, the place where he was most comfortable and happy, and that smelt of you. That is one of the nicest place to take your final moments.

This virus is really testing people’s spirit. It makes people think they can’t complain about anything else, when in fact, it makes problems much bigger due to the fact we are isolated, can’t get out away from the problem, or to see family.

Can you move the coach out to another less used room or shed/garage?
Save the good cushions and arrange them on the floor to sit on?
Turn the cushions over and put a throw on top?

Likethebattle · 27/03/2020 11:55

Aw that’s so sad. Your dog died surrounded dead by the people he loved most even if you weren’t awake. He possibly knew it was time and took himself off as animals sometimes do.

Can you get the cover off the cushion and into the washing machine at all? It might be the best chance.

PennyNotSoWise · 27/03/2020 11:56

Oh, I'm so sorry OP :( I don't have any advice to offer, just didn't want to say nothing after reading.

I had a Rottie as a kid. Lovely, lovely breed, total derp she was.

PumpkinPie2016 · 27/03/2020 11:59

So sorry to hear about your lovely dog Sad At least he was in his familiar surroundings.

Can't offer advice sorry Flowers

We had a rottweiler when I was small and she was a beautiful dog.

In later years we had a German Shepherd who was also lovely. I cried buckets when he died.

bilbodog · 27/03/2020 12:00

So sorry to hear about your dog 💐

ssd · 27/03/2020 12:02

I'm really sorry op.

sqirrelfriends · 27/03/2020 12:03

I'm so sorry op, losing a pet is horrible.

Have you tried an enzyme based cleaner? It basically works by breaking up the proteins in organic matter. Worked a great for us - we bought it as the cat used to have bad stomach issues before we figured out his intolerances.

I'll try and find the brand we used.

WorraLiberty · 27/03/2020 12:04

You poor thing OP. So sorry Thanks

SudokuQueen · 27/03/2020 12:06

Aw no I'm so sorry @FuckCovid19. Sad Losing a pet is never easy, but he died in his home and felt safe there, there was nothing you could have done.

Can you maybe get some cleaner stuff from a shop when you next go out for essentials?

sqirrelfriends · 27/03/2020 12:07

I think it was this

www.petsathome.com/shop/en/pets/simple-solution-stain-and-odour-remover-for-cats-4-litre-%28online-only%29

It's quite a large volume so you could maybe soak the cushion in it.

Guardsman18 · 27/03/2020 12:08

So sorry to hear about your dog. As pp said - take comfort from the fact that he was at home knowing you were there.

On a more practical note, my cat was sick on my DFS sofa last week. When I rang the company they use (Guardsman funnily enough), they sent me a product in the post to clean the cushions. Might be an option and better than nothing?

Cheerbear23 · 27/03/2020 12:09

I’m so sorry for you, losing a pet is very hard.
What have you tried to remove the stain & smell?
For practical advice I suggest, 1001 carpet cleaner, vanish spray, febreeze, even a zoflora soak to get rid of the stain & smell?
You could air your cushions outside and the sunshine helps bleach & neutralise stains.

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FuckCovid19 · 27/03/2020 12:10

Thanks both, unfortunatley the couch is a manual recliner one and all the cushions are fixed :-( so no chance of removing them

We also don't have anywhere to put it for the time being. I've febreezed it to death and put a puppy pad, plastic side up, on the patch, and also put 2 throws on it so we aren't sitting on it directly.

Not much more I can do, I'll just have to keep lighting candles/wax burners to mask the smell

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Chillicheese123 · 27/03/2020 12:11

Aw op losing a dog is horrible. Don’t feel that that just because of this corona crap you can’t feel really sad. You’ll miss him even more because of lockdown and not being able to go in dog walks etc. My dog is very very old and can’t do more than potter in our garden and I’m missing being able to take him out for a run and clear my head like I used to.

Could you flip the sofa cushions ? Or clean it the best you can, with special pet stuff and put a new throw on? I can look on amazon for what we usually use if you want ? It’s pricey but Works?
I got mattress refresher spray off amazon this week, delivered next day.

Or, ask on your local Facebook group if anywhere local is hiring cleaning equipment - you can do sofas with carpet cleaners. There are also cleaning companies who are independent who may come out still, wearing PPE.

TheRealShatParp · 27/03/2020 12:12

I’m so sorry, OP 💐
I don’t know what to suggest about the sofa. I too would not want that kind of reminder.

Chillicheese123 · 27/03/2020 12:15

Op I have

Simple Solution Dog Stain and Odour Remover | Enzymatic Cleaner with Pro-Bacteria Cleaning Power - 4 Litre

Copy and paste that into amazon

AwrightDoreenTakeAFuckinDayOff · 27/03/2020 12:15

I cry over my girl many years on.

I’m so very sorry Flowers

AwrightDoreenTakeAFuckinDayOff · 27/03/2020 12:16

And yes - enzyme cleaner x

Chillicheese123 · 27/03/2020 12:17

Also

C&G Pets |Tough Pet Stain Urine and Odour Remover | Cat and Dog Formula | High Count Bacteria Natural Enzymes Cleaner | Anti-Bacterial Anti-Fungal Prevents Marks Destroys Organic Stains (500 ML)

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FuckCovid19 · 27/03/2020 12:19

Thanks everyone Flowers

DDog was a massive Derp @PennyNotSoWise! Clumsy bastard too, and constantly under my feet... he also thought he was a lap dog Smile but a 10 stone dog in your lap isn't exactly comformtable.

He was so loved, and he knew it. He was funny, and clever (knew every word you said to him!) and stupid (used to bark at us shutting the gate even though he knew it was us...) He's left a giant hole in our lives and I miss him so much.

DH has just rung the vets and we can collect his ashes today. I'll feel better when he's back at home.

@Guardsman18 that's who our claim is with. They haven't offered to send any cleaning stuff to us though, and we were told by DFS never to try cleaning it ourselves as it damages the fire retardant coating on the foam... not sure if that is just bollocks to make to take out the couch cover in the first place Hmm

We do have a VAX carpet cleaner, cos we also have 4 cats who like to vom on the carpets upstairs... Envy not envy!!

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TheLadyAnneNeville · 27/03/2020 12:21

Could you maybe use an odour remover? White vinegar spray got cat poo off our carpet (and neutralised the smell) and then throw a nice blanket over it p, for now?

I’m so very sorry for the loss of your lovely dog. They are much loved members of a family and I’m sending you a virtual hug...

Guardsman18 · 27/03/2020 12:22

I have the number for them if you want it. DFS advised me not to clean it so I rang the Guardsman number and they've sent the stuff. It was only last week.

Wotrewelookinat · 27/03/2020 12:25

So sorry for your loss xxx

Oldraver · 27/03/2020 12:28

Try bi-carb in the meantime sprinkle it on and leave for awhile then vacuum

Flowers for your dog

MarginalGain · 27/03/2020 12:29

I'm so sorry for your loss, I love my dog so much. Flowers

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