Here at KoKoLati we seek to create works of art that double as durable equipment. We use paint that is specially formulated for use on leather . That being said, you want to treat your KoKoLati Leather product as you would a fine pair of shoes, to preserve the artwork.  Avoid water - remove the product for swimming, bathing, etc. For dogs, remove collars when left unattended. For dogs, remove for rough play. Condition the back of the product once a month with a non-darkening leather conditioner. We recommend Bick 4 or Lexol non-darkening.