I went on "Stoneadvice.com" and used the search function and put in the words "oil Stains" and got a thread. One of the suggestions was a product by Stonetech that removes oil stains and has a fresh citrus smell and doesn't need the poltice covering. You might try that thread for other answers also.

I'll see if I can google stonetech and see what they have.

jb

Here is the website: http://www.stonetechpro.com/products/

thanks, checking it out now.
sue

Just wanted to tell you I know someone that has a light granite and had salad dressing spill sit overnight leaving a big stain. Not sure what but a poltice was used overnight and then they sealed the granite, no problems since.

Light granites almost always need to be sealed. Follow the links above to get the oil spots out, and then seal your granite with a quality sealer. Miracle 511 Impregnator is a good choice and can be purchased at Home Depot.

thanks so much for all these great ideas
i am going to look for the Miracly 511 at Home Depot
i love my granite and am just sick to death that there is oil on it. i am scared to seal it myself that i won't do it evenly and it will look bad but i will try.
thanks everyone
sue

Don't let the sealing process scare you. It is clear, so if you don't get it even, you can't tell by looking at it. It is very easy to apply. Pretty much all you do is smear it on, wait however long it says to wait in the directions, and wipe it off. Easy-peasy!

Good luck with your dog. Mine sometimes limps after chasing a squirrel. It goes away the next day. I hope that by Monday yours is better.