For dogs, cats and the spaces they share with you
Pet messes, handled in two steps
HydroxyClean lifts the mess. Danolyte Disinfectant kills canine parvovirus, distemper and kennel cough (Bordetella) on hard, non-porous surfaces.* One gallon of each covers the crate, the litter box, the bowls and the floor.
Step 1 · Clean+Step 2 · Disinfect
Why two products
Cleaning and disinfecting are two different jobs
The Danolyte label calls for pre-cleaning heavily soiled areas before you disinfect. Pet messes are the definition of heavily soiled. That's why the routine works in this order.
Clean with HydroxyClean
An alkaline cleaner made from salt, water and electricity. It breaks the bond between grime and the surface so it lifts and wipes away, and leaves no sticky film to hold pet hair and new dirt.
- Tile, sealed floors, crates and litter boxes
- Carpet and upholstery spots (test a hidden spot first)
- About 8 oz in your carpet cleaner for a deeper clean
Disinfect with Danolyte
A hospital-grade and veterinarian-grade hypochlorous acid disinfectant, EPA Reg. No. 91582-1. It cleans, deodorizes, sanitizes and disinfects hard, non-porous surfaces in one step.
- Kills canine parvovirus, distemper and Bordetella*
- No rinse and no wiping required
- The label says: no worries about pet licking after cleaning
The pet-mess playbook
What to use, mess by mess
| The mess | Step 1: HydroxyClean | Step 2: Danolyte Disinfectant |
|---|---|---|
| Accident on tile or a sealed floor | Pick up solids, spray, wait 2 to 5 minutes, wipe. | Spray at full strength, keep wet 10 minutes, let air dry. |
| Accident on carpet or a rug | Spot clean, or add about 8 oz to your carpet cleaner. Test a hidden spot first. | Not needed. Danolyte's disinfecting claims cover hard, non-porous surfaces, not carpet. |
| Litter box | Empty it and scrub out the film and residue. | Spray the box and scoop, keep wet 10 minutes, air dry, then refill. |
| Crate, kennel or cage | Wipe down trays, bars and walls. | Spray every surface, keep wet 10 minutes, air dry before your pet goes back in. |
| Food and water bowls | Wash off food residue, then rinse with clean water. | Sanitize: 1 part Danolyte to 1.5 parts water, 60 seconds, no rinse needed. |
| Hard toys, leashes and grooming tables | Wipe off slobber and grime. | Spray, keep wet 10 minutes, air dry. |
| Vomit or diarrhea on a hard floor | Clean it away completely first. | Full strength, keep wet 10 minutes. Wear gloves. |
Directions summarized from the Danolyte Disinfectant label and the HydroxyClean product page. Always read and follow the full label directions.
On the Danolyte EPA label
What Danolyte kills that pet owners care about
Used as directed on hard, non-porous surfaces, Danolyte is registered to kill:
Odors at the source
Danolyte deodorizes by killing the bacteria that cause odors: urine, feces, vomit and that "wet dog" smell. No fragrance to cover anything up.
Dander and dust
Breaks down dog and cat dander, dust mite matter and pollen on hard surfaces. Mix 1 part Danolyte to 1.5 to 4 parts water, keep wet 2 minutes.
Nothing harsh left behind
No fragrance, dyes, alcohol, phenols or VOCs. After it works, Danolyte breaks down into a saline solution.
Where to use it
Every pet space on the label
Danolyte's label covers the places pets eat, sleep and play, and the businesses that care for them. Spray it on and let it air dry, with no rinsing or wiping. No fragrance or dyes, and no worries about pet licking after cleaning.
At home
Pet areas, crates, kennels, cages, litter boxes, hard pet toys, feeding dishes and the floors around them.
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Aquariums, bird cages, small-animal cages and their accessories.
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Veterinary clinics, grooming facilities, boarding kennels, pet hotels and shops, and animal housing.
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One bundle, both steps, free shipping
HydroxyClean + Danolyte bundle
One gallon of HydroxyClean to lift the mess, and one gallon of EPA-registered Danolyte Disinfectant (Reg. No. 91582-1) to kill what's left on hard surfaces.* Bundled for less than buying them separately, and it ships free.
$52.98$55.98
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Or buy them one at a time
Danolyte Disinfectant
EPA-registered, hospital-grade HOCl. Cleans, deodorizes, sanitizes and disinfects in one step.
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HydroxyClean
Heavy-duty cleaner and degreaser with no fragrance, phosphates or sticky film.
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Want to start smaller?
Try the Sampler: all three in quart spray bottles
A quart each of Danolyte Disinfectant, HydroxyClean and Fruit + Veggie Wash, each with its own spray bottle. Enough to run the two-step routine on the crate and the litter box, and to see which products your home uses most. $32.99 $43.97
Pet owner questions
Questions about cleaning and disinfecting pet areas
Can I use Danolyte Disinfectant around my pets?
Yes. Danolyte is labeled for pet areas, kennels, cages, crates, litter boxes, pet toys and feeding dishes, and the label says there are no worries about pet licking after cleaning. Let treated surfaces air dry, and follow the label directions.
Does Danolyte kill parvo?
Yes. Canine parvovirus is on the Danolyte EPA label (Reg. No. 91582-1), along with canine distemper and Bordetella bronchiseptica (kennel cough). The claims apply to hard, non-porous surfaces when used as directed: clean the surface first, apply at full strength and keep it wet for 10 minutes.
Why use HydroxyClean before Danolyte?
The Danolyte label calls for pre-cleaning heavily soiled areas before disinfecting. HydroxyClean lifts grime, residue and organic mess so Danolyte can reach the surface and do its job.
Is HydroxyClean a disinfectant?
No. HydroxyClean is a cleaner and degreaser. To disinfect, use Danolyte Disinfectant after cleaning.
Can I use these on carpet?
Use HydroxyClean on carpet and upholstery spots, or add about 8 oz to your carpet cleaner. Test a hidden spot first. Danolyte's disinfecting claims cover hard, non-porous surfaces only, not carpet or fabric.
How do I clean my pet's food and water bowls?
Wash off food residue, then sanitize with 1 part Danolyte to 1.5 parts water for 60 seconds. No rinse is needed at that strength. If you disinfect bowls at full strength, rinse them with fresh water before refilling.
Does Danolyte cover up pet odors?
No. Danolyte has no fragrance. It eliminates odors by killing the bacteria that cause them, including odors from urine, feces and vomit.
Can I buy HydroxyClean and Danolyte together?
Yes. The One-Two Punch bundle has a gallon of HydroxyClean and a gallon of Danolyte Disinfectant for $52.98, less than the $55.98 they cost separately, and it ships free.
Is there a smaller way to try both products?
Yes. The Danolyte Sampler has a quart each of Danolyte Disinfectant, HydroxyClean and Fruit + Veggie Wash, each with its own spray bottle, for $32.99.
Does Danolyte help with pet dander?
Yes. Danolyte breaks down dog and cat dander on hard surfaces, including dander found in dust. Mix 1 part Danolyte with 1.5 to 4 parts water, keep the surface wet for 2 minutes and let it air dry.
Clean it. Then disinfect it.
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*On hard, non-porous surfaces when used as directed. Danolyte Disinfectant is EPA Reg. No. 91582-1. HydroxyClean is a cleaner and degreaser, not a disinfectant. Always read and follow label directions.