I am storing it in a waterproof bag. I purchased this as part of a set, and it's not the item I wanted. It was originally given to me as a used item, and since it has been stored at home, please refrain from purchasing if you are sensitive to such things. *The item is stored in a separate room, but there is a dog in the house. Please refrain from purchasing if you are sensitive or have severe allergies. Thank you for looking.