Animal Bedding

The Importance of Choosing the Proper, Quality Bedding.
There are lots of different wood-shaving varieties and species on the market. Of course, all owners of horses, livestock, and pets want to provide a safe and comfortable environment for their animals, while keeping costs and maintenance to a minimum.
When choosing animal bedding, research shows that the most important factors are:
Consistency
Odor control
Absorbency
Comfort/Cushioning/Loft
Ease of use
Appearance
There are certain aspects of animal bedding that everyone agrees are undesirable, including:
Excessive moisture
Excessive dust
Excessive large or irregular pieces (chunks, sticks, and bark, for example)
Poorly-filled bags
Bad seals, ripped bags
Certain species—for example, Black Walnut, which can cause laminitis in horses and should be avoided