Use a wet/dry vac then pull out the carpeting and let it air dry.
The carpet shampoorer uses water and it doesnt have to be heated. The carpet steamer uses heated water that in many cases may skill or retard the growth of bacteria.
The best way to prevent carpet water damage is to call a professional. They have the tools to clean the carpet powerfully and efficiently before it is too late to do anything.
For carpet cleanups, trymixing a cup of white vinegarand one quart of water!
water
simple water and rag, it will disolve and even clean the carpet some
You can get stain carpet remover and it comes out perfectly and if you don't have that try soap and water if that doesn't work then if your carpet is white you can use bleach but only if your carpet is white!!
WATER
Replace it
lots of sun and water...
food , water ,any favorite toys , a scratching post ,carpet (dont get a carpet scratching post because your cat will confuse it with your carpet)
Stains from carpet cannot be easily removed with plain water. Stain remover/ carpet cleaner is necessary in order to completely remove it.
You can use a spot remover, but it might be better for the carpet, kids, and pets if you use a carpet steam cleaner that uses hot water. This will melt the glue and remove it easily.