I too wash my ferrets' octopus in the washing machine, warm/cold, and then let it air dry. I'm not sure whether the rings that hold the ends of the tentacles open are cardboard or plastic, and if the latter, I don't want to risk them melting in the dryer. Regina -- *Please note new email address: [log in to unmask]* ** *http://www.badriyaboston.com/* [Posted in FML 7038]