is this really machine washable? I took out the foam outer ring and the heating pad, but there is no way to take out the bed stuffing. & it says spot clean??
136274
Yes its really washable. I wash it every couple weeks. The stuffing is fine. Its like a pillow...you can wash pillows. When it comes out of the dryer its nice and fluffy again.
744616
How did you get the heating pad out -- and especially how did you get it back in?
744617
I've never tried to wash this. I simply vacuum the bed as my kitty has never gotten it dirty. I would probably spot clean anything that I saw in there that needed cleaning. I've never even looked at taking this bed apart.
744618
I have no clue as I haven't tried to wash it yet. I was thinking about that yesterday. I would think only the covering is washable.
744619
I have never washed the bed. Just vacuum the bed part and spot clean if necessary.
744620
Our cats are 'inside' cats and hopefully the bed will not require a thorough washing when the time comes. It's not that old yet. The cats use it a lot and apparently love it. We really got it for a stray that was staying in our unheated garage and it was sort of an 'at the moment' purchase. It did the job and that stray is now in our house with the rest of them. Hopefully we will never have a stray horse come by here. I will say though, my wife mentioned washing the bed just the other day. It was not decided what to do when the time comes. I think spot cleaning will have to suffice.
744621
so far, I just shake it. Might vacuum or use sticky roller. I would look on computer for customer help ph. no. of B&H; and ask them.
968342
Your question reminded me that I had never washed my bed and it was long past due. I unzipped the hood to make two pieces again, took the cover off the cushion and decided not to wash the inner pillow. It seemed like it might deteriorate, so I just aired it out. I put everything else in my large front-loading washer, after having to brush a whole lot of hair out of the seams areas, thanks to my Sheltie. I dried all three pieces and it came out good as new. The hood part even stays up better (it had been kind of droopy, though my dog seems to love being it, even when it is rather collapsed and more like a cocoon.)Hope you have the same luck as I did in machine washing this bed. Your question reminded me that I had never washed my bed and it was long past due. I unzipped the hood to make two pieces again, took the cover off the cushion and decided not to wash the inner pillow. It seemed like it might deteriorate, so I just aired it out. I put everything else in my large front-loading washer, after having to brush a whole lot of hair out of the seams areas, thanks to my Sheltie. I dried all three pieces and it came out good as new. The hood part even stays up better (it had been kind of droopy, though my dog seems to love being it, even when it is rather collapsed... » Read More Your question reminded me that I had never washed my bed and it was long past due. I unzipped the hood to make two pieces again, took the cover off the cushion and decided not to wash the inner pillow. It seemed like it might deteriorate, so I just aired it out. I put everything else in my large front-loading washer, after having to brush a whole lot of hair out of the seams areas, thanks to my Sheltie. I dried all three pieces and it came out good as new. The hood part even stays up better (it had been kind of droopy, though my dog seems to love being it, even when it is rather collapsed and more like a cocoon.)Hope you have the same luck as I did in machine washing this bed. « Show Less
1015349
Yes, it's absolutely machine washable. I've washed mine several times. If you removed it from the dryer without letting it sit in the dryer for a long period of time, it just requires light ironing. Oftentimes, as soon as I remove it from the dryer I don't need to iron it at all.
2008055
Dear Marci,This can be hosed off and left to drip dry. Or it can be spot cleaned by wiping it down with mild soap and rinsing it off. it is not recommended to be in a washing machine.Sincerely,Richelle HPetsupplies.com
1443031
The inside lining doesn't come out but I've washed it with a wet rag. I have washed the mattress pad in the washer and dried in the dryer on low heat. Came out fine.
254375
Yes the cover is washable. I used a mattress pad over it so I only washed it once. I washed it on the gentle cycle with warm wash and cold rinse. I fluff dried it with no heat. I do not have the instruction label anymore.
42986
Yes it is machine washable. And I have not had any issues with sleeping hot. I keep my house at 70 and have no issue sleeping cool with it despite being naturally hot.
141993
I have machine washed it several times. The only thing was I had to go to the laundry mat to use one of those industrial sized machines, which was kind of a pain because it took SOOOOOOO many quarters! I've also dropped it off at the cleaners and them wash it. I've had the throw pillows dry cleaned once too. Everything comes out lovely!!!
1647856
I speak from experience when I say, no. When a naptime potty accident soiled ours, I tried washing it. It came out of the washing machine a lumpy mess with the stuffing all matted in clumps. A tumble in the dryer was no help. It was unusable after washing.
1921871
I simply unzipped it and washed it in the washing machine. Air dry it or dry it on low heat though. I forgot to turn the temp down on one of the three covers (I own 3 of these beds) and it was a bit difficult to get it back on.
738752
Yes it is machine washable the instructions are on the tag...just follow those, they are fairly easy. Hope that helped!
1114245
No, the pad itself is foam covered in non-removable vinyl. It is hand washable and wipeable, and there are covers you can buy for it that can be machine washed, but the entire thing is not machine washable.
1349020
As the others have responded, it is very large for a washing machine. You might be able to find a machine large enough at a laundromat, but then I cannot say how it will effect the stuffing. You shouldn't have to wash it anyway. Rolling it up regularly will keep the stuffing fluffed/aired out and taking a broom to it once in a while will really liven it up. If you really need to have it cleaned I would suggest taking it to a dry cleaners. I'm sure they would be able to help/assist/advise you on what to do. If you're worried about the smell it has from the packaging you should leave it out in the sun for a few days. If you keep a sheet on it you won't notice it anyway. I highly recommend this product and absolutely love sleeping on it. Hope you decide to get one and find joy and comfort in yours as well!
738753
the instructions say it's machine washable, but I have another padded cover over it which I remove and wash weekly. This pad stays on my table as a warmer.
483883
F. 2/7/14 1:30 pm You can only spot clean. I'd suggest you keep it covered at ALL times like I do, with a sheet or a blanket. You DEFINITELY cannot launder it in a washer. I turn mine over once a week when I change my bedding.
968341
Your question reminded me that I had never washed my bed and it was long past due. I unzipped the hood to make two pieces again, took the cover off the cushion and decided not to wash the inner pillow. It seemed like it might deteriorate, so I just aired it out. I put everything else in my large front-loading washer, after having to brush a whole lot of hair out of the seams areas, thanks to my Sheltie. I dried all three pieces and it came out good as new. The hood part even stays up better (it had been kind of droopy, though my dog seems to love being it, even when it is rather collapsed and more like a cocoon.) Hope you have the same luck as I did in machine washing this bed.
1337997
It is part of the bed. The cover has a zipper and you can remove the inside memory foam piece and throw it in the washer but I haven't needed to do that. I just wipe it down with a cloth and seems to be fine. My dog absolutely loves it.