Bedmax Dust Free Pine Shavings

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Bacteria feeds on organic material (this is what breaks it down), so you’re going to have a lot of bacteria in your coop.Bacteria also like moisture, and organic material typically retains moisture (although pine shavings are better than a lot of other types of organic bedding). Slugs: Slugs are also attracted to the moisture in pine shavings and may use them as a hiding place during the day. This can lead to damage to your plants as slugs are known to eat leaves and stems. Our new bale design is double sealed which ensures all Bed-Down bedding products stay fresher for longer. New ergonomic design As guinea pig parents who care deeply about our pets, it is our duty to do our best to prevent contractions of bacterial infection. Minimizing the chance of bacterial infection will dramatically increase the likelihood that our guinea pigs will live a long and healthy life.

Although pine bedding is suitable for guinea pigs, not all wood shavings are good for these small pets. In this method, you typically will only change the bedding in your coop once or twice a year. When the bedding starts to get moist or stinky, you simply add more bedding to it and mix it in, rather than replacing the old bedding. In my time spent volunteering at various rescue centers, I have seen a fair amount of Bumblefoot cases. It is extremely painful for guinea pigs, and in serious cases, can lead to amputation. Many vets will also tell you that Bumblefoot is exceedingly common in guinea pigs that do not have optimal bedding options. Compared to most other bedding types, pine shavings are dry and absorbent, which is incredibly important for coop bedding. As a mulch: Spread a layer of pine shavings on top of the soil around your plants. This will help retain moisture in the soil and suppress weed growth.Although most newspapers nowadays do not contain toxins in their ink, this is not guaranteed. Additionally, newspaper is not absorbent, making it unsuitable as a substrate. However, it is ok if used as a lining underneath shavings or other bedding materials. Can You Use Puppy Pads for Guinea Pigs?

Pine shavings are mediocre at drying out droppings, and they utterly fail at not breaking down. Pine shavings are organic, so they are definitely going to break down—and this is why you are able to compost them. 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. Choosing the right bedding is crucial when providing a comfortable and hygienic living environment for your guinea pigs. With many options available, it can be overwhelming to determine which one is best suited for your piggies. As an experienced guinea pig owner, I have tested various bedding types. Therefore I can pass on what I’ve learned to help you make the best decision for your setup.Pine bedding is also great for an outdoor hutch. Bad smells attract flies and they can be extremely harmful to your guinea pigs so the more absorbent the bedding is, the safer your outdoor guinea pigs will be.