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A question about rat cage bedding Carefresh or Aspen2007-11-24 21:57:18

I have carefresh. I thought it was a decent bedding at first. Now I'm reading things about it causing sneezing and other types of problems. And coincidentally, one of my rats does sneeze. Ive also heard it described as one of the best.

Aspen on the other hand has only been described as the best from what Ive read.

What are the real facts so I can make a final decision?

Answers:

Both Aspen and Carefresh are good beddings. Carefresh *is* generally more dusty though. Although, unlike pine and cedar it doesn't pose a risk to your pets health. It's really your decision. Personally, I like Aspen, due to the fact that it is cheaper and I can use the extra money on ratty toys and treats, which they like better anyways! :)

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I used aspen for my rabbits and they do not wheeze or sneeze anymore! Cheers,Cathy

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I use carefresh. It cost a little more but I thing it smells better and is better for the feet of the animal.

I have only heard that pine is bad for hamsters, guinea pigs etc..

www.caveycages.com is a great site for this kind of info

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I actually use both for my guinea pigs. I put about 2 inches of a base of Aspen, then a thin layer of Carefresh in spots they tend to lay and go to the bathroom. Aspen is cheaper and lasts longer (meaning more in the bag than in Carefresh) than Carefresh alone, and my pigs don't really notice much of a difference. Aspen isn't as dusty as Carefresh, and it doesn't have any odors like other wood beddings.

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From workin in a petstore and having pets of my own I am a firm beliver in care freash. Its a little dusty but it does not harm your pet. If your worried about the dust there is also care freash ultra its nice and soft. I have seen too many pet owners who had bad experiances with other bedding and have converted back to care freash hopes this helps

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i would suggest using aspen bedding *its not bad for rats/rodents like cedar and pine* all over the cage, then in spots where they tend to sleep and go to the bathroom *usually corners* put a pile of care fresh, its a little dusty but i think they like that better to snuggle in :) you can also give them some toilet paper or kleenex to nest on with the carefresh

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Both of them are considered good bedding for rodents. I use aspen, but many of my friends who also own rats use carefresh. It really comes down to personal choice.