Hay is the most commonly used bedding for livestock. However, many people prefer cereal straw for a number of reasons. Not only does this material provide insulation from cold weather and drafts, it also helps control odor. The awns of barley straw are irritating to eyes and skin, and it is also prone to harboring lice. The hulls of rice are hard and cannot be easily moved in a barn. They are also an excellent choice for a stable because they are relatively cheap and easy to store.
You can also buy bedding hay online from Animal Beds Plus. They source their hay from farmers in the Willamette Valley and provide the highest quality. Prices may vary depending on the current market price, but the company guarantees the freshness and quality of their products. Typical bales weigh about 50 pounds and are available in a variety of sizes. Straw is a great alternative to hay and is often used for erosion control, ground cover, mulch, and decoration. The crumbled pellets contain less than 10% water, so they are perfect for rabbits.
While bedding hay is generally made from straw, it can be used for animals. When using hay for bedding, you spread the bedding out like straw. Animals that can easily toss the material are useful as bedrock. For example, pigs will spread the hay around as bedding, while chickens can spread it out on their own. A good hog can use hay as a cover, and chickens can use it as nest material.
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