Does fur stick to this cover, and if so, how easy is it to shake off the cover before putting in the washing machine?
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I have a short hair dog, I'm amazed how clean it stays. Very easy . Best bed . Best Investment
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I don't know because I covered it with a sheet before I put it down for my yellow Lab
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Yes, if you have a heavy shedding dog, however it is very easy to brush off. We have two Giant Schnauzers and althought they are not shedding dogs, after a good grooming there is loose hair on their beds. A lint brush or a good shake removes any hair prior to the washing. The value of the beds to our dogs is worth a small inconvenience.
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I have a lab and I have not noticed any hair accumulation. I have washed my cover several times now because my dog drools a lot when she sleeps and I have not had any problems.
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We have short hair, light shedding dogs (Rhodesian) and I haven't notice an accumulation. From the feel of the fabric, a light brushing might be the most effective for removing longer hair before the washer. We just shake ours outside and throw it in the washer.
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My dogs have hair not fur so I am not sure. I do not notice the hair sticking
607262
Yes. It washes nicely (I only dry it part way). Getting it back on the foam is a hassle - it is a very tight fit and the foam is almost layers of foam rather than solid so that after a few washings, it gets harder and harder to pull the cover over the layers. Still, it works well and so far, I've been able to get the cover back on.
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I love this cover. Ihave a three year old and pets. Nothing has ever come through. It needs up be washed cold and gentle and hung to dry though. Hope this helps.
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I know that you have probably already dealt with this but the cover can be removed, but it is REALLY hard. I would use diluted laundry soap and water with a scrub brush and then "rinse" it with a cloth with water until all the soap residue is gone, then dry it with a dry cloth, and spray it with an enzyme spray like Biokleen BacOut. It is safe for kids and pets, and will eat up any lingering bacteria and smells. It has a weird limey-scent, but it dissipates after it dries.
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The tag says the cover can be machine washed with mild detergent in warm water. Tumble dry on low heat.
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Yes we actually washed it after the dogs stayed a week in boarding. You do need to line dry it. We did not have any problems putting it back on.
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The cover is removable and I've placed it in the washing machine on gentle, air dry. Spot clean the straps.
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I have not washed mine since I purchased it, nothing has gotten on it. It is naturally antibacteria so doesn't need regular washing. I would not put it in a washer or dryer, only a soak and rinse. The fur will felt a little even with light washes. Forums mention that Woolite will make the leather stiff and dry but again I haven't tried to wash mine. Wooltech and Eucalan are more recommended. You might also use a spray bottle and spot clean dirty areas.
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You can remove the outer covering and toss it in the wash. Or you could try to vacuum it. The smell on mine dissipated in a little over a week. So you have to deal with it for now. The more you "re-fur" it, the sooner it stops smelling weird.
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I wash mine with water and rub my fingers on it to get off any grime/hair/... then shake it dry. The stickiness is reduced a bit, but it still works well...like any mousepad, anything underneath makes "bumps" and gathers dirt on the top side, so MINE definitely needs washing periodically.
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Have washed this cover several times and have not had a probem in the washing machine or th dryer. i realy love the hammock for my Corgi- whi has tons of fur!! Wouls recommend this the anyone.
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What smell? Mine didn't have an unpleasant odor, but I have washed the cover on gentle in our washing machine once with no issues...Not sure you're supposed to do that but I have a small toddler so I went for it.
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I have unbuttoned it and cleaned it with a wet rag and soap then line dried it seemed to be ok. Would not recommend putting it in wash machine the bottom is made of plywood but I do love it
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Yes--it's soft enough to fold up into the washer. My dog enjoys dragging his bedding out into the yard through his dog door...where it inevitably gets rained on. I've washed mine 4 times in 6 months, and while it's starting to get a little flat, it's held up well to the washings.
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I washed it without a problem. i had previously just washed the cover but needed to wash the entire thing.
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They are very easy to remove. The tags said to hand wash, but we chanced it and used the machine. We did let it air dry and it was completely dry within 4-5 hours. My daughter vomited in her seat and you can't see or smell anything. And the cover still looks like new after washing. We were very impressed with the seat overall and cleaning it was very easy.
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No problems here! Wash on gentle in cool water and tumble dry on low. I even use the fabric softener/scent boost and haven't had any issues. Just unplug the the connector from the cover and you're good to go.