Bedding Alternatives And Options

摘要

Research on alternative bedding materials has been extensive over the yearsl Malone (1992) and Grimes et al. (2002) are among many who have reviewed the literature on alternative bedding materials. These alternative materials can be grouped into fourgeneral categories - wood, plant, earth and recycled waste products. Due to physical, chemical and biological properties, plus cost, availability, compatibility with handling/production practices, and logistical issues, only a limited number of these products have been successful substitutes for good quality pine shavings and sawdust. Particle size, moisture content and microbial population, however, can have a significant impact of the quality of pine shavings and sawdust litter.