Substrates?????

[rockett85]

Just curious if anyone has any thoughts on the use of wood shavings as a substrate (that you buy from the pet shop) I have always used the breeders choice litter but on seeing a MASSIVE bag of shavings for $15 i thought it may save money and is pretty similar to the aspen bedding used in the states!!! ANY THOUGHTS?

 

[snakeynewbie]

If it's soft wood pine shaving(which it often is) then i wouldn't use it, many rodent breeders won't use it because of respiratory concerns. If you want something cheaper that goes a long way get coconut coir from bunnings, rehydrate and let it dry. Same thing as critter crumble and works great for reducing smells i've found.

 

[Flaviruthless]

I wouldn't use it, it's quite dusty.

 

[ashisnothereman]

critter crumble it the best

 

[saximus]

What sort of animal is it for

 

[rockett85]

It is for my snakes was a bit apprehensive to buy it, didn't seem too dusty but don't want to do any damage to them thanks for the quick response everyone!

 

[saximus]

Yeah you've also got the pine resin issue to consider with that stuff. I personally use Oz pet and I love it

 

[leamos]

critter crumble it the best

What size critter's do you use? the fine or coarse?

 

[Raddy318]

wood shavings can be very try and sometimes that isnt good