- 1). Remove any pet waste left on the affected area using a shovel. Place it in a plastic bag and dispose of it in the trash.
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Water is the best remedy for urine burns.hose on lawn image by Coralie Palmeri from Fotolia.com
Water the patch deeply. This may mean watering multiple times to allow the water to penetrate the soil rather than run off. In dog urine, the nitrogen, as a component of urea, is concentrated enough to kill the grass. This is similar to a fertilizer spill. Water will help dilute the nitrogen. - 3
The carbon in sawdust counters the concentrated nitrogen.sawdust background image by GoodMood Photo from Fotolia.com
Sprinkle sawdust over the yellowed grass, and dig it into the first two inches of soil. The sawdust, as it decomposes, will act as an antidote to the high nitrogen levels. The sawdust layer will also help the soil retain moisture as the surrounding grass grows back into the area. - 4
Mulch an area with gravel or wood chips for easy clean-up.sign. dogs welcome sign image by L. Shat from Fotolia.com
Keep dogs off of the lawn, since many dogs prefer to relieve themselves at the same location. Many gardeners keep pets from creating new spots in the lawn by providing a mulched, out-of-view area for the dog's use.
