I got aspen bedding, it Saunders all natural, no wood oils, and scent free? Good or bad?
Good! Make sure that if you stick with wood shavings that it's always aspen.
The best bedding is nontoxic, clean and absorbent and gives off little dust. In my research, it appears that Carefresh Natural is the best! I copied this from one of the sites listed in sources below: Which of the following is not an acceptable form of teddy bear hamster substrate/bedding? Pine. Pine bedding carries toxic chemicals on it, and when mixed with urine are released. Pine bedding can cause repertory issues in hamsters. Aspen bedding is non toxic with a low amount of dust or wood oils. Care fresh paper pulp bedding is dust free, biodegradable, and unscented and absorbs 5 x more odor and moisture than the wood shaving beddings. Newspaper pellets are safe and absorbent, but not particularly comfortable for hamsters. Some say that Aspen bedding can be dusty and can cause sneezing. If you are able, consider switching to Carefresh. Best wishes to you and your hamster!
