Care and cleaning: DO NOT PUT IN WASHER OR DRYER...surface-washable only. Do not submerge the puppet in water. For spot cleaning, use lukewarm water and sponge with mild liquid detergent to wet and lather fur. Rinse surface with sponge. Be careful not to wring or twist the puppet, or you may end up with lumpy stuffing. Dry by gently squeezing between towels, or hanging from clothesline to drip-dry. After it’s dry, shake it out. For short pile plush, use a brush to fluff the fur. When brushing face, be careful to avoid scratching the eyes or pulling out the threads in ears, nose, or mouth areas.