{"id":1496,"date":"2026-02-02T19:30:00","date_gmt":"2026-02-02T18:30:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/brizlo.hu\/2026\/02\/02\/cleaning-and-care-of-dog-clothes\/"},"modified":"2026-02-02T19:30:00","modified_gmt":"2026-02-02T18:30:00","slug":"cleaning-and-care-of-dog-clothes","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/brizlo.hu\/en\/cleaning-and-care-of-dog-clothes\/","title":{"rendered":"Cleaning and Care of Dog Clothes"},"content":{"rendered":"
A dog coat is not only a fashionable accessory but also practical protection against cold, rain, and wind. A well-chosen piece keeps your dog warm, protects its joints, and makes walks more comfortable \u2013 especially during the autumn-winter season. However, for the dog coat to serve its purpose in the long term, proper cleaning and care are important.<\/span><\/h5>\n
Good news: it\u2019s not complicated, just a few basic rules need to be followed.<\/span><\/h5>\n

How often should you wash the dog coat?<\/span><\/h3>\n

This mostly depends on how often and under what conditions you use it. After a muddy, rainy walk, it\u2019s understandable if it needs immediate washing, while after a dry, short city walk, airing it out might be enough.<\/span><\/p>\n

General rule:<\/span><\/p>\n

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  • with regular use, it\u2019s worth washing every 1\u20132 weeks,<\/span><\/li>\n
  • heavily soiled coats should always be washed immediately,<\/span><\/li>\n
  • if only slightly dirty, a quick cleaning or airing might suffice.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

    It\u2019s important not to wait until the dirt \u201csets\u201d into the fabric \u2013 this way the coat stays beautiful and functional longer.<\/span><\/p>\n

    Washing: gentle but thorough<\/span><\/h3>\n

    Dog coats often have special materials: water-repellent, lined, or stretchy, so too harsh washing can damage them. Always check the label before washing, but if there is no special instruction, it\u2019s advisable to follow these:<\/span><\/p>\n

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    • Wash at low temperature (around 30 \u00b0C)<\/span><\/li>\n
    • Use a gentle cycle<\/span><\/li>\n
    • Turn the coat inside out<\/span><\/li>\n
    • Avoid strong spinning<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

      Choose a fragrance-free, gentle detergent. Strong scents and chemicals can irritate your dog\u2019s skin, especially if it\u2019s more sensitive.<\/span><\/p>\n

      Avoid using fabric softener \u2013 although it smells nice to us, it\u2019s not always friendly to dogs\u2019 skin.<\/span><\/p>\n

      Drying \u2013 it matters how<\/span><\/h3>\n

      Most dog coats do not like tumble dryers. High heat can damage the fabric, seams, and the water-repellent layer.<\/span><\/p>\n

      The best solution:<\/span><\/p>\n

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      • air drying,<\/span><\/li>\n
      • at room temperature,<\/span><\/li>\n
      • laid flat or on a hanger.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

        Do not place on a radiator or in direct sunlight \u2013 the coat may lose its shape and wear out faster.<\/span><\/p>\n

        Small repairs, big difference<\/span><\/h3>\n

        It\u2019s worth checking the dog coat from time to time: whether a seam has loosened, or a Velcro or elastic has worn out. A small repair is much easier than replacing a completely ruined piece.<\/span><\/p>\n

        If the coat is still clean but the Velcro is full of hair, it can be easily cleaned with a small brush or tweezers \u2013 this way it will close properly again.<\/span><\/p>\n

        Storage \u2013 matters even off-season<\/span><\/h3>\n

        When the dog coat is not needed, store it clean and dry. The best is if you:<\/span><\/p>\n

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        • don\u2019t crumple it,<\/span><\/li>\n
        • store it in a well-ventilated place,<\/span><\/li>\n
        • avoid heavy objects pressing on it.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

          This way you can take it out in good condition next season as well.<\/span><\/p>\n

          Care is in the details<\/span><\/h3>\n

          A well-maintained, clean dog coat is not only more beautiful but also more comfortable and healthier for your dog. At Brizlo, we believe that quality and care go hand in hand \u2013 and with a little attention, your favorite pieces will accompany you on many walks together.<\/span><\/p>\n

          Because your dog deserves to feel good \u2013 in every season.<\/span><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

          A well-chosen piece keeps your dog warm, protects its joints, and makes walks more comfortable \u2013 especially during the autumn-winter period. However, for the dog clothing to fulfill its role in the long term, proper cleaning and care are important.<\/span><\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":0,"featured_media":0,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[301],"tags":[316,314],"class_list":["post-1496","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","hentry","category-blog","tag-dog-clothes-cleaning","tag-kutyaruha"],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/brizlo.hu\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/1496","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/brizlo.hu\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/brizlo.hu\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/brizlo.hu\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=1496"}],"version-history":[{"count":0,"href":"https:\/\/brizlo.hu\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/1496\/revisions"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/brizlo.hu\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=1496"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/brizlo.hu\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=1496"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/brizlo.hu\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=1496"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}