Bedmax Dust Free Pine Shavings

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Pine shavings are an excellent option for moisture retention in the garden. They are highly absorbent and can retain up to three times their weight in water, making them ideal for areas with low rainfall or for gardeners who want to conserve water. Aspen shavings arenot quite as soft or fluffy as pine but it is a good soft bedding for your guinea pigs. If you wanted to add extra softness, you could add some bedding hay to their hideys and sleeping areas. Is aspen bedding messy?

Reusable bedding, widely used by many guinea pig owners, offers durability and adds colour and creativity. This option works well for indoor guinea pigs but is not recommended for outdoor setups. The two popular choices are: Despite not having a good ‘litter scorecard,’ pine shavings is no worse than other organic bedding types as litter.

However, pine shavings can also contain harmful chemicals and pathogens that can harm plants and the environment. It is important to use shavings that are specifically labeled as safe for garden use and to avoid those that have been treated with chemicals. Wood shavings and plant fibers: Pine shavings (must be kiln-dried) and aspen bedding are safe choices. Hemp bedding, derived from natural hemp plant fibers, is also a good option. The frequency of bedding changes depends on the kind of bedding, the enclosure size, and the number of guinea pigs in that space. Remember, pine shavings are just one of many ways to improve your garden soil. They can be especially useful for vegetable gardens, as they can help to prevent soil-borne diseases and pests. However, it's important to note that pine shavings can also raise the soil's acidity, so it's recommended to test your soil's pH levels before adding pine shavings. 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.

Adding hay can make a sleeping area nice and cosy for them. If you have a wooden house in the cage or some other hidey, put a pile of soft bedding hay in there too so they can snuggle into it. Even with all the steps we’ve taken to ensure that our GuineaDad Liner and GuineaDad Premium Liners are the very best of the best, that they can do the very important job of keeping your guinea pig’s environment clean, you as the piggy parent will still need to take some steps in a strict maintenance schedule. In my experience with washable and disposable bedding, a general guideline is to change disposable bedding every 3-5 days and washable bedding every 2-3 days, depending on odour and cleanliness. How Much Is Guinea Pig Bedding?Compared to other types of mulch, pine shavings are relatively inexpensive and widely available. They are also biodegradable and can be easily composted at the end of the season, making them an eco-friendly choice for gardeners.