How to Wash Faux Fur Dog Bed Covers Without Matting

Quick answer

Wash faux fur dog bed covers on a cold, gentle cycle with minimal spin, then air dry flat—never wring or use high heat.

Step-by-step washing guide

1. Shake off loose dirt: Take the cover outside and shake it vigorously to remove hair, crumbs, and dust. This reduces the load on your machine and prevents debris from grinding into the fibers. Skipping this step can trap dirt deep in the pile, causing dullness.
2. Machine wash cold on gentle cycle: Place the cover in the machine alone or with similar lightweight items. Select cold water (below 30°C / 86°F) and the gentlest cycle available—usually labeled 'delicate' or 'hand wash'. Add a small amount of mild detergent; avoid fabric softener, which coats the fibers and leads to matting. Hot water or a regular cycle will felt the fur. If your machine has a spin speed setting, choose the lowest option.
3. Air dry flat, never tumble dry: Lay the cover flat on a drying rack or towel in a well-ventilated area away from direct sunlight. Do not wring, twist, or use a dryer—heat and tumbling crush the pile and cause permanent matting. Fluff the fur gently with your fingers as it dries. Tumble drying is the most common cause of matted faux fur. Patience pays off: air drying takes several hours but preserves the texture.

Product care note

• Cover - Faux Fur Chocolate: The Faux Fur dog bed cover is our softest, most indulgent finish: an ultra-plush, statement-style cover that looks as luxe as it feels. It machine washes cold. The same cold-water rule applies—hot water or harsh cycles will ruin the plush texture, so always use the gentle cycle.