How to Wash Dog Harnesses, Collars and Other Items

Without fail, you treat your furry friend to a charming dog harness or a stylish new collar, envisioning them flaunting their flair. Yet, almost instantly, they dart toward a muddy puddle. Wonderful...

Even without dogs' natural inclination for odorous delights, there's a valid argument for regularly washing their gear. Similar to humans, dogs emit natural oils, dander, and odours that can gradually dirty their belongings with a less than pleasant scent.

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Fortunately, cleaning your beloved Bodewell Paws accessories is a straightforward process. Our items are durable, simple to upkeep, and built to endure — and with the right maintenance, you can prolong their lifespan even more!

Check the label first

Where we can, we've included a care tag on our products. This label will contain all the information you need to wash the item.

How to Wash Harnesses, Collars, Leads and Bags

Prior to washing your dog's accessories, it's essential to identify the material. At Bodewell Paws, our classy dog collars, leashes, and harnesses are crafted from resilient materials such as neoprene, ensuring effortless and hassle-free cleaning.

If it's made from Nylon, Neoprene or Rope

We strongly recommend hand washing these dog accessories.

  1. Dispense a few pumps of dog shampoo into a container of warm water. (Remember: human soap should never be used on dogs! This can upset their skin's pH balance, making your dog susceptible to bacteria, viruses, and parasites.)
  2. Submerge your dog's collar, leash, or harness in the solution and let them soak for 15 minutes.
  3. Carefully massage each item to aid in removing any lingering dirt or grime. Add additional dog shampoo as needed.
  4. Thoroughly rinse the items under a stream of running water.
  5. Gently squeeze out any excess water and hang your items to air dry.

What to avoid

  • Avoid drying any of our products in a dryer.
  • Avoid using heavily chemical-based, scented detergents or soaps.
  • Do not leave harnesses within reach of your dogs when not in use. While our harnesses are durable, a chewing dog can inflict significant damage!
  • We recommend against washing machine cleaning.

Don't stress!

Dogs inevitably get dirty—it's just part of owning a furry friend. However, with these straightforward tips, you can swiftly tackle dirty spots and restore their favourite accessories to a fresh, like-new condition. And when your pup eventually wears out their essential wardrobe pieces, remember you can always find all-new affordable and stylish accessories at Bodewell Paws!