How do I clean my stuffed animal?

Valuable, vintage or delicate stuffed animals:
Surface wash with a clean damp cloth and mild soap. Air dry and gently brush or "fluff" it when dry to renew its fur.

Stuffed animals containing a music or sound box:
Surface wash with a clean damp cloth and mild soap. Air dry and gently brush or "fluff" it when dry to renew its fur. Never submerse in water or wash these in the washing machine. This could damage the music or sound box.

New or stuffed animals in overall great condition:
Stuffed animals in sound physical condition can be washed in the washing machine. Place the stuffed animal into a clean pillow case and tie a knot in the case to prevent the toy from falling out. Wash on the gentle cycle using cold water. Air dry and gently brush or “fluff” it when dry to renew its fur.

Stuffed animals in overall great condition can be dried in the clothes dryer. Place the stuffed animal into a clean pillow case and tie a knot in the case to prevent the toy from falling out. Dry on low heat on the gentle cycle. Fluff it when dry to renew its fur.