I brought a large double hutch for them so they have plenty of space when they are fully grown. Any help appreciated. Hi, sorry for the last reply. I have two boys and used towels and the smell was pretty bad and it is only the second day so I want to switch to bedding. Maybe check with your vet just to be sure? Hello, we use straw on top with puppy pads underneath as an absorbent layer. This does seem to work well, as the smell is hidden well by the absorbent puppy pads.
Can you elaborate on the risks of using straw a little more please? Straw is also quite stiff and sharp and can poke them in their sensitive body parts. For anyone who uses towels under fleece. Great thick towels! Save my name, email, and website in this browser for the next time I comment. The Pros…. Can Guinea Pigs Live Alone? The Truth About….
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Keeping Hamsters as Pets: 10 Things to Know…. Guinea Pigs. Table of Contents Recommended types of guinea pig bedding Paper bedding Fleece bedding Aspen bedding The best bedding for guinea pigs 1. Fleece cage liner 2. Aspen bedding 3. Natural paper bedding 5. White, unbleached paper bedding 6. Crumble paper bedding 7.
Soft paper granules 8. Confetti paper bedding 9. Hemp bedding Bedding types to avoid at all cost Softwood chips or shavings like cedar and pine Straw Corn husks Clumping cat litter A reminder: Clean cages at least once a week.
Pros: Eco-friendly Hypoallergenic Some brands add burrowing sleeves into fleece bedding Extra absorbent Antibacterial Helps prevent common diseases and infections Dust-free Made from natural materials like bamboo Waterproof bottom. Cons: Laundry, laundry, laundry! Can soil and damage washing machine if padding is too dirty Time consuming and often requires pet parents to purchase an extra set to minimize change time Special pet-friendly detergents needed.
Cons: Not as absorbent as paper based bedding and fleece Can be more expensive than other types of bedding. Cons: Super absorbency means the material is very heavy when used, so you may need to clean the cage more often — every days More expensive than some other options.
Cons: Breaks down into mushy substance if not changed every days, though depends on number of pets in cage Inferior brands tend to be dusty. Cons: Strong paper odor, depending on the brand White color can make the cage look messy if not regularly spot-cleaned Level of absorption depends on quality of brand. Cons: Absorbs very well but ends up expanding a lot and becoming quite heavy Slightly more frequent changes necessary to avoid heavy loads. Cons: Beware, cheaper brands tend to be quite dusty even though they claim to be almost dust-free Super absorbent means it can get quite heavy when cleaning the cage.
Cons: Color combinations can vary — may not look as pictured. Pros: Hemp bedding comes in mega sizes — makes it less pricey overall Great smell Very absorbent Organic Residual product is an excellent compost — suitable for organic-waste container Grown without use of pesticides or insecticides. Cons: Soft, but not as cozy as paper granules or fleece Heavy end product — may result in higher shipping costs. You may also like.
The Pros and Cons Gabor August 18, - pm Hi, Thanks for the advices. Monika August 20, - am Interesting. Carrie November 16, - am I prefer puppy pads with kiln dried pine shavings.
Howard August 27, - am I have a two week old cavy living with her mother in the same cage. Monika August 27, - am Lettuce can cause diarrhea in guinea pigs, especially if you give them iceberg lettuce which should be avoided as it has no nutritional value and can cause diarrhea.
Lisa Roddy July 1, - am To stop the baby from nibbling, get a couple cotton swabs and a bottle of Ortega thick and smooth hot sauce! Faye October 6, - am I am wanting to know if my piggie can eat sugar snap peas both pod and the pea itself? Monika October 7, - pm Hi. Roberto October 18, - pm hi there! Monika October 19, - am We had the same problem, unfortunately. Sheila Reed November 26, - pm Clean the cage out with a shop vac first.
Hilary November 14, - am I have 2 male guinea pigs…. Monika November 15, - am Oh no. Adele December 3, - am Hi I have two gorgeous males who are kept indoors on fleece with old towel underneath for absorption. Monika December 22, - pm Hi, we found that some lower quality paper bedding can be dusty but there are many high-quality paper bedding brands to choose from.
But yes, aspen bedding is also a good choice, although often not as absorbent as paper bedding. Amber September 5, - am I just brought home 2 male pigs this week! Monika September 5, - pm Hi, Amber. Monika January 11, - am Yes, that would be the best.
Tracy Jackson March 10, - am As we have only had our cavy for 6 months we have found that the hemp bedding is great. Good to know! Emily April 17, - pm Is it bad for the GPs to eat puppy pads?
Monika April 21, - am Hi, yes, you should prevent your guinea pigs from reaching the puppy pads if they tend to eat them. Jaqueline Garcia April 30, - pm I just bought a huge bag of dust free pine bedding. You can line your cage floor with shredded newspaper and top this with a covering of hay. This will give you the benefits of hay with while the paper will absorb odor. Don't Use These for Guinea Pig Bedding Guinea pig owners who have not researched bedding carefully may end using items that appear fine for other types of animals but are not good for guinea pigs.
You should not use any of these products as bedding for your guinea pig: Cat litter, particularly clumping litter and litter made for small pets Cedar Corn cobs or husks Sawdust Straw In addition to types of bedding you shouldn't use, it's also important to never leave bedding that's wet or damp in the cage as this can affect their health.
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Care of Box Turtles. By Kate Miller-Wilson. Betta Fish Tanks. Oscar Fish Pictures. By Jeanne Grunert. Tips for Purchasing Pet Turtles. By Donna Sundblad. When setting up their home, make sure you have a lot of space for them, as they spend a lot of time nesting in comfy bedding. Line the bottom of their habit with a good quality, soft and absorbent bedding that keeps them warm and safe but keeps odors under control.
It should be easy to clean up and biodegradable for easy disposal. There are several types of bedding available for Guinea Pigs to nest in, including paper-based, fleece, wood, and hay. The best bedding for your Guinea Pig is either a paper or fleece based bedding. Keep reading to discover what bedding gives the best guinea pig care. My wish is the same as every other pet parent in the world. I want my girls to live a long, happy, and most importantly, a healthy life. GuineaDad Liner is the fruit of love, and has become its very own category.
I am glad to received emails from our customers everyday about how GuineaDad Liner has helped their guinea pigs. In addition to promoting young guinea pigs to stay happy and healthy, we have helped sick and old guinea pigs all the way up until their last days. Below is one of the many emails and reviews that I have received from guinea pig parents, and reviews from instagram influencers.
I decided to buy them because of his cough. I think these liners help save his live. It's a shame they are not really known where I live! I am from Austria and found them with luck on the internet! Thank you so much for inventing them. Tiberius is still ill but hopefully he stays with me for a few more years!
GuineaDad Liner requires you to follow a strict maintenance routine. You will need to spot clean daily. You also need to do laundry once a week using cold water, unscented detergent, and distilled vinegar. The extreme levels of absorbency from our GuineaDad Liner also means that it will take a longer amount of time drying. Most people will also purchase two sets of GuineaDad Liners, so they can use one while the other is in the wash.
Despite the above maintenance routine, the pet parents who desire their guinea pigs to live happy and healthy lives swear by the GuineaDad Liner. When guinea pigs are a pet parent's top priority, the GuineaDad Liner is a no brainer. Just remember, being a great guinea pig parent doesn't just stop at using the GuineaDad Liner and spot cleaning often.
Bonding and playing with guinea pigs come only after you have provided them with these necessities! If you decide to purchase GuineaDad Liner, be sure to first sign up for the GuineaDad Rewards Program located at the bottom right corner orange gift icon.
You will receive every benefit when you sign up, purchase, and share through social media, even on your birthday. The points can also be used for further discounts in the future!
You can also watch our YouTube videos where we compare different types of guinea pig bedding against our own fleece bedding for guinea pigs. In this video, Alex and Ernest compare some of the common types of bedding found in pet stores vs the GuineaDad Liner. In this animation above Peanut, Tofu, and Dumpling will go on a quest to find the perfect guinea pig bedding outsmarting the evil wolf.
I have 2 guinea piggies at home. One is black while the other is white. I know the absorbency of guinea dad liner is very good. As you know, I have a white guinea pig and I am worried that the bottom of his body will be yellow after the pee gets absorb into the liner. Will this happen? Because I have used noodle mats before and the bottom of his body has yellow stains all over. Would appreciate to hear your kind feedback.
Querida Ana, Muchas gracias por dejarnos el comentario. Hola, soy de Argentina, Formosa.. En caso de que quisiera comprar, cuanto cuesta? Y con este caos de covid 19…. Cuanto tarda en llegar? Close menu. Nourish Series - Hay and Food. Liners and Beddings. Hidey and Toys. GuineaDad Merch. E-Gift Cards. Choose the Best Bedding for Guinea Pigs. Why is bedding so important for guinea pigs? Source: Frequency of Owner-Reported Bacterial Infections in Pet Guinea Pigs Earlier in the blog post we talked about how upper respiratory infection was the most prevalent disease in guinea pigs.
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