Washing instructions for our wools
Pollux & Pénélope designer Isabelle Bonnet tested each of our wools for washing as she researched the models made for her dog Rio.
For all of the Pollux & Pénélope sweaters, we recommend hand-washing the first time. After that you can machine-wash using the wool cycle at 30°C only.

- Hand-wash

- Machine-wash, wool cycle

- Do not tumble dry

- Lay flat to dry

- Do not iron

- Dry clean
Hand-washing
- Soak the sweater in warm water with a bit of special detergent for woolens.
- After about 15 minutes rinse it gently with warm water without twisting, then roll it up in a dry towel so that a maximum amount of water is absorbed.
- Next place it on a clean towel until it finishes drying.
Machine-washing
All our wools are machine-washable using the wool cycle in warm water at 30°C maximum.
To dry your dog’s sweater after washing it in the machine, lay it flat on a dry towel.
What not to do
- Do not boil the sweater.
- Do not use bleach.
- Do not dry the sweater in the sun.
- Do not iron.
If there is a spot
For a simple spot (dirt, mud) rub the spot with Savon de Marseille; leave it on for 30 minutes, then rinse with warm water.
Washing recommendations for our coats
All our coats are machine-washable using the delicate cycle in warm water at a temperature of 30°C maximum.
To dry your dog’s coat after washing it in the machine, place it flat on a dry towel.
What not to do
- Do not tumble dry.
- Do not iron.
Upkeep recommendations for leather accessories
Vegetable-tanned leather
The leather used for Pollux & Pénélope collars and leashes has a natural tendency to darken over time. However, on contact with dog hair, hands and air pollution, it can become soiled.
- Lightly soak a piece of cotton with colorless Crème Universelle Leather Balm (Saphir)
- Rub the entire surface of the leather evenly, then polish with another piece of clean cotton.
Be careful not to use too much cream on the cotton when you start.