Is this bedding safe/good for gerbils? I have heard mixed opinions about this product.
582722
I do not know about gerbils. I have used this with guinea pigs and rabbits and they do great with it.
582723
My daughter has used it with her gerbils for the past two years without any problems. We put some litter in the bottom before adding this bedding to help control odors.
582724
It should be safe for gerbils. I've used it for my hamsters for almost a year now and it's been the best bedding I've used. Handles odors great.
582725
Not sure about gerbils, but when I got my hedgie this was recommended. It is the only brand that handles the odor and it's been perfectly safe for him. Hope that helps a little.
1327819
Ive never owned a super pet critter tail cage but the ovo home is a really great cage, and cute! i put my hamster in it so it should be good for your gerbil! just make sure that if you dont have the wheel on that you make sure the hole is closed or blocked off. thats where i had problems. good luck!
1506926
This is not wood but some kind of pressed together or preshaped new kind of material. Its my first interaction with it. Looks safe but for gerbils I think they would be able to bite their way through the material and escape. I used this for hedgehog's and they do not bite things the same way. I don't see this as a good purchase for your intended use unfortunately.
426021
I am concerned where the gerbils may be heading, but other than that I see no concerns. it is a pretty solid tube, seems to hold up pretty well. I use it to restrain rattlesnakes and have no complaints other than I wish I had bought a smaller diameter.
1070378
What kind of bedding are you using? I have kiln dried wood chips or paper bedding in my cage at all times. That helps stop any "leakage". Also, my husband build a study wooden outer casing for my cage to make it easier to move around (I hate how easily it collapses!). I clean the cage often (every three days or so, or when I notice it staring to smell).
112174
I had hampsters when I was little but no guinea pigs so I don't know what's best for them....this product is made out of stuff like a stuffed animal...so if thats safe for guinea pigs then I'd think this would be fine...I'd think it be fun to crawl and hide in Im just not sure if they would shred it on you..
49546
Corn cob. It works pretty well. I bough 5 lbs of ground walnut shell for reptile bedding for $8 at a pet store, much cheaper than at a gun shop. I mix that with the corn cob media when I'm cleaning really dirty cases (the cases you pick up at an outdoor range).
617920
An other thought popped in my head last night. Problem is minor, to be used for your bedding you will have to soak in water leaving it pretty wet, worms don't seem to mind, but your animals/rept. might not like damp bedding, so you will have to dry it out in sun (wind a factor), put in pillow case throw in dryer (wife a factor), anyway something to consider.
568971
I wouldn't use any poison on bedding...we've used this for years, but mostly outdoors or when we know we won't be indoors for an extended time.
858998
I was wondering the same question. I just got it for my 3 rats, the odor control is great but I caught them eating some. I'm worried about that. What's your experience with that litter? Thanks for hour help.
376407
Any question about "safety" seems like it should be directed towards the maker/seller. Since this is advertised is "all natural" I think that health safety would only be a concern if you have an allergy to any of the ingredients. Something to consider for indoor use, is the strong odor after initial application. You might also want to consider if any of the ingredients might stain your bedding.
625837
I have a mini rex who has had this for bedding for years. He is an old, old rabbit now, living well past the norm, so it seems that this bedding hasn't hurt him at all. Keeps cage fresher much longer than the paper bedding. Enjoy your little dwarf!!!
713400
I use natural bedding in this and in my Netherland Dwarfs cage. I wouldn't use cat littler cause they aren't so post to eat it and its not good for them. I use Healthy pet critter care Natural from wal-mart and the brand that I used from Gaint is called Hartz Nodor natural bedding. They are both great bedding's and my rabbit hasn't had any problems when she would eat some of either of the brands of bedding. I hope that this helps.
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Sorry, I know this is a late answer and probably not helpful to you - but I thought I'd put it out there for other people. This would NOT be good for gerbils as their main home since they will destroy the plastic in no time by chewing. Also, they need to be able to dig in at least 8-12 inches of bedding or they tend to 'dig' in an empty corner until their noses bleed. A glass aquarium with a secure lid and tons of bedding works great! I did get this as a play cage for my gerbil though with lots of tubes - I would use it for that : ) Also for gerbils these make a good place for a sand bath cause he can go in there and roll and the sand won't get all over the place Sorry, I know this is a late answer and probably not helpful to you - but I thought I'd put it out there for other people. This would NOT be good for gerbils as their main home since they will destroy the plastic in no time by chewing. Also, they need to be able to dig in at least 8-12 inches of bedding or they tend to 'dig' in an empty corner until their noses bleed. A glass aquarium with a secure lid and tons of bedding works great! I did get this as a play cage for my gerbil though with lots of tubes - I would use it for that : ) Also for gerbils these make a good place for a sand bath... » Read More Sorry, I know this is a late answer and probably not helpful to you - but I thought I'd put it out there for other people. This would NOT be good for gerbils as their main home since they will destroy the plastic in no time by chewing. Also, they need to be able to dig in at least 8-12 inches of bedding or they tend to 'dig' in an empty corner until their noses bleed. A glass aquarium with a secure lid and tons of bedding works great! I did get this as a play cage for my gerbil though with lots of tubes - I would use it for that : ) Also for gerbils these make a good place for a sand bath cause he can go in there and roll and the sand won't get all over the place « Show Less
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Golly - I don't honestly know! It protects against mites & bedbugs! I'm 70 & have no bed setters in the house! It is washable (but not dryer). I would suggest putting a piece of plastic under this for safety sake. Sorry I can't be of more help. Or put it on & put the plastic under the mattress pad. It is not easy to put on - takes 2 - 3 people. Preserve it as long as you can!
998044
I've invited my lab up onto the bed several times & no problems at all. But if she did the nesting thing, that would be another story. its not flimsy but its not hardy either, if that makes any sense. We've tossed the comforter around quite a bit with making the bed & changing sheets & no damage has been done. I would say with every day usage the comforter holds up.
371779
Yes, gerbils will be fine. I have two gerbils and two fish tanks with this on top. They cannot get out or chew through it.