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Spring Cleaning Tips

Plushie Spring Cleaning: Fluff, Freshness & Fun

By Doggie 🐾 (Official Fluff Inspector)

Hi, friends! It’s your pal Doggie, and today we’re diving into a very important (but still fun) topic — Plushie Spring Cleaning! Even the most adventurous plushie needs a little freshening up now and then, especially after a season full of naps, snacks, and rolling around in blanket forts.

So, grab your mini brushes, your fluffiest towels, and maybe even a snack or two (for motivation, of course) — it’s time to get squeaky clean!

✨ Step 1: The Annual Fluff Check

Before you start scrubbing, give yourself a proper fluff inspection.

Are you still as squishy as you want to be?
Any loose threads?
Is your bow tie (or scarf, if you’re like Pandy) sitting just right?

Pandy is especially good at spotting stray threads. I, on the other paw, specialize in making sure my fluff is nice and plump. Mini Blue helps by gently glowing if I’m about to forget something important (like washing behind my ears).

🧼 Step 2: The Gentle Cleaning

Not every plushie needs a full bubble bath. Some of us prefer:

A soft brush to smooth out our fur.
A damp cloth to gently clean paws, ears, and other high-traffic areas.
A little sunshine (but not too much!) to freshen up.

Pandy swears by a spot-cleaning technique, while I always get excited and want to jump into a full sudsy tub — until I remember that I don’t actually like getting that wet. Thank goodness for towels!

🪡 Step 3: Minor Repairs

Spring is a great time for:

Mending tiny holes.
Re-tying or adjusting bow ties.
Fluff redistribution (also known as “Doggie-approved squishing”).

Pandy is very particular about this step. I think a little wear and tear adds character, but I admit, fixing up my loose stitching does make me feel like a brand-new plush pup!

🧺 Step 4: Fluff & Fluff Some More

After all that cleaning, it’s time to do the best part — fluff up!
Give yourself a gentle shake, a fluff-out, and a few extra pats to get your plushie glow back. If you have a best friend (like I have Pandy), ask them for a finishing touch.

🍪 Step 5: Reward Time!

No spring cleaning is complete without a well-deserved snack.
Mini Blue agrees. Pandy insists on tea and biscuits.
I, personally, recommend:

Cookies
Fruit (if you must)
Surprise prezzies, just because!

🌸 Final Thought

Spring cleaning isn’t just about getting tidy — it’s about taking care of yourself.
It reminds me that even though I’m soft and cuddly, I’m also strong, adventurous, and ready for whatever the next season brings… especially if there are snacks involved.