Plush toys are great gifts to children. They are adorable but they may get dirty and needs cleaning. This article is to give you some advice on how to clean them.

If the kid spills grape juice on his stuffed spotted pup, blot it promptly with a paper towel, napkin, or washcloth. Then follow cleaning directions located on the toy’s tag to treat and remove the stain. Do the same for any substance that ends up on a plush animal, from mud to blood or anything in between. Check the instructions before applying chemical spot removers, like bleach.

When you’re running the sweeper in a room with plush toy animals, use the furniture attachment to run it over them for surface dust. Be careful not to inadvertently pull off small pieces, like buttons, eyes, or ribbons with the sweeper’s suction action. Vacuum the surrounding area where the toy normally sits to make it dust-free as well.

A loosened ear or tail, as well as hair that are falling out can be repaired sometimes with the help of needle and thread. If the toy has sentimental or economic value, take it to a seamstress for professional help. Replace lost buttons or find similar parts for missing pieces or parts. A craft or fabric store may have just what you’re looking for.

A broken collar, partial tag or tab, or obtruding pin or staple should be broken off or cut out to keep it from harming your child. Sew any resulting tears or gaps before they get bigger. Significantly damaged wholesale plush toys like those with loose stuffing can pose a choking hazard, or a broken glass eye that can scratch someone, should be discarded or mended professionally.

Tie them into a pillowcase and use the delicate setting on both washer and dryer, with warm rather than hot water or air to avoid shrinkage. If the toy isn’t machine-washable, use a damp cloth to wipe it off by hand instead. If you plan to store rather than display stuffed toy animals, place them in plastic bags or airtight storage containers until you are ready to use them. Don’t apply mothballs or other chemicals, as they may leave a toxic residue that could hurt your children later.