How to Easily Clean Your Soft Cat Carrier – Washing and Maintenance Tips for Carrier Longevity

Seat-belt ready, snag-resistant, scratch-resistant – the Cozy Comfort Carrier has plenty of benefits for you and your kitty. But just like bedding or clothing, it must be properly washed and cared for to ensure its longevity. Here’s how to clean a cat carrier from Cat-in-the-Bag!

100% Cotton Fabrication

Our soft cat carriers are made using 100% cotton, providing more breathability and comfort for your cat while grooming and on the go. Cotton is also known for its durability. That’s why the Cozy Comfort Carrier is snag- and scratch-resistant!

However, 100% cotton requires appropriate care to maintain its appearance. You don’t want the fabric to shrink or wrinkle due to improper care. Don’t worry, it’s not difficult! We understand that you and your kitty have better things to do than fuss over laundry, so we’ve made washing and maintenance simple.

How to Clean a Cat Carrier from Cat-in-the-Bag

Can I machine wash a soft cat carrier from Cat-in-the-Bag? Yes! To machine wash your lightweight cat carrier, we recommend using the delicate/gentle cycle and warm or cool water. Using cooler water will help prevent shrinkage and stretching during the wash cycle. We also recommend turning your Cozy Comfort Carrier inside out and washing it either in a mesh laundry bag or with similar colors. You should use a mild detergent not only to keep the laundry cat-friendly (a must for sensitive cats!) but to protect the fabric.

Want to take extra precautions with your travel cat carrier? Cozy Comfort Carriers can also be hand washed, which many people prefer to do with 100% cotton. How to clean a cat carrier from Cat-in-the-Bag by hand:

1. Fill your sink or a basin with cool water.
2. Turn your Cozy Comfort Carrier inside out.
3. Add a small amount of mild laundry detergent to the water. Don’t add too much detergent – this will make the carrier difficult to rinse completely and leave it feeling stiff.
4. Submerge the carrier in the water and gently agitate the water with your hands to evenly distribute the soap.
5. Give your kitty belly rubs while the carrier soaks for 15-30 minutes!
6. Run cool water through the carrier until the water is no longer soapy. Press the water out using your hands or against a hard surface. You can wring it out, but this can cause wrinkles and stretching.

Drying Your Cozy Comfort Carrier

Now that you’ve learned how to clean a cat carrier from Cat-in-the-Bag, you’re probably wondering how to dry it! Can I machine wash and dry a soft carrier from Cat-in-the-Bag? You can throw it in the dryer, but you should stick to permanent press and low dryer temperature settings. High temperatures during washing and drying could cause 100% cotton to shrink.

You can hang the folding cat carrier to prevent shrinkage and wrinkling. Be sure to hang carriers out of direct sunlight, since the sun’s UV rays can lead to excess fading/sun damage! Another option is to lay the carrier flat to dry on a table or the seat of a chair.

Carrier Maintenance Tips

Learning how to clean and care for a cat carrier from Cat-in-the-Bag is simple with a few tips and tricks! Follow these maintenance recommendations to keep their carrier looking like new.

Turn the Carrier Inside Out While Washing

Remember to turn the Cozy Comfort Carrier inside out before it’s put into the washing machine. This helps protect the fabric!

Wash Less Frequently

Try washing your gentle cat restraint bag less frequently to help maintain its shape and color. Cotton has a tendency to fade quickly when washed too often.

Concerned about accidents? Gain some peace of mind by sticking a cat carrier liner to the bottom of your Cat-in-the-Bag Cozy Comfort Carrier. These leak-proof liners are fully absorbent to ensure that your car, cat, and carrier will stay clean and dry. This means you can wash the carrier less!

Use a Mild Detergent

Determining the right detergent to use is an important part of learning how to clean a cat carrier from Cat-in-the-Bag. Be sure to use a mild laundry detergent, such as gentle clothing detergent or a pet-friendly detergent. Never use detergents containing bleach! This will not only create bleach stains on the cat purse carrier but damage its cotton fibers.

Machine Wash with Care

Can I use fabric softener when I machine wash a soft cat carrier from Cat-in-the-Bag? You can, but we don’t recommend it. Fabric softeners can weaken cotton fibers and cause them to break down over time. Plus, the Cozy Comfort Carrier is already soft and comfortable without fabric softener!

Wash New Cat Carriers Separately

Like new clothing, new cotton carriers may bleed color or fade the first time they’re washed. Learning how to clean a cat carrier from Cat-in-the-Bag? Turn the soft carrier inside out and machine wash it separately from any other bedding, clothing, and other fabrics. You may even choose to hand wash it the first few times for easier cleaning.

How to Clean a Cat Carrier from Cat-in-the-Bag

Can I machine wash a soft cat carrier from Cat-in-the-Bag? Can I put it in the dryer or use fabric softener? You have questions, we have answers. Machine or hand wash your kitty’s soft carrier in warm/cool water, utilize carrier liners, and handle with care to keep it looking as good as new.

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