Bedmax Dust Free Pine Shavings

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Any guinea pig who has very sensitive skin, has had a recent operation, open wound or is a hairless variety should be using fleece bedding. In those cases, aspen shavingsare not soft enough and could irritate their skin. Quality vs cost The more absorbent a bedding material is, the less smelly your coop will be, and the longer you can go without changing bedding.

Choose the right type of pine shavings: Not all pine shavings are created equal. Look for pine shavings that are untreated and do not contain any chemicals. Avoid shavings that are from pressure-treated wood, as they may contain harmful chemicals that can leach into your soil.

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Depending on where you live, pine shavings may be the cheapest bedding material you can find (other than free, less absorbent materials like dried leaves and dry, untreated grass clippings). Pro #7: Pine shavings are widely available Cedar wood is extremely high in the aromatic oils that pose a serious health risk to guinea pigs so these shavings must NEVER be used as bedding for these small pets. Although pine bedding is suitable for guinea pigs, not all wood shavings are good for these small pets. They poop anywhere and everywhere, even as they roost at night, and their droppings are quite wet. To top it all off, they love to make even more of a mess.

Pulls more nitrogen from the compost during breakdown, which could increases the acidity of the compost upon completionGuinea pig poops have similar qualities to horse manure and are a great fertiliser. So even though you’re having to buy shavings on a regular basis, you can make the most of this potential compost and use it for your plants or vegetable plot! When NOT to use aspen bedding Absorbing urine: Bedding helps prevent a guinea pig’s coat from becoming damp, dirty, and smelly, which can lead to health issues and discomfort. Of course, this won’t matter if you have outdoor guinea pigs but, if you have indoor piggies and you’re a very tidy person, this may be a nuisance for you. Aesthetics: Pine shavings have a natural, rustic look that can add to the visual appeal of your garden. They also have a pleasant pine scent that can be refreshing. One way to prevent or at least reduce all of the risks discussed here is to change your pine shaving bedding frequently. You should at least consider removing the droppings from the shavings with a fine tine pitchfork on a daily or, at the very minimum, a weekly basis.

When you put fresh pine shavings in your coop, your coop has a wonderful feel to it.The pine shavings are dry, soft, and clean. The guinea pig cage liner was "almost" the best guinea pig bedding. Unlike paper bedding and wood shavings, guinea pig cage liners had zero dust - as long as they were washed thoroughly. The quality varies from fleece to fleece, but the guinea pig fleece bedding generally provides a softer texture for the guinea pig's feet.Controls weeds: Pine shavings can also help control weeds in your garden by suppressing weed growth. This can save you time and effort in maintaining your garden. Pine shavings can help to improve soil structure, making it easier for water and nutrients to reach your plants' roots. Pine shavings are a popular choice for mulching and gardening. While they have many benefits, there are also some cons to using them. One of the major disadvantages of using pine shavings is that they may attract pests such as termites, ants, and slugs. This can be a serious problem for gardeners who want to protect their plants from damage. They didn’t even lay eggs in the coop—I made sure to give them nesting boxes elsewhere (away from the pine shavings).They actually did also have nesting boxes built into the coop, but chose not to lay there. Whereas many other products already contain a higher level of moisture this inhibits their ability to absorb much more. Hunter Woodshavings come out of the bag dry and fluffy ready to soak up whatever is thrown at them whilst providing a naturally soft and comfortable bed for as long as possible.