Litterbox/Bedding Material Options

[Mac189]

I'm interested to see what everyone else is using for litterbox substrate. I currently use the store-bought shredded paper either Oxbow or a similar brand, but I'd be interested in switching to something more cost-effective and perhaps odor absorbing. I know cedar is a no-go, but what about softwood blends, aspen, or litter pellets. Willa and Foxwell go through the occasional phase where digging in their litterbox is considered a fun past-time and I would love something easy to clean up when they do that.
So, what litter materials are safe, effective, and ideally cheap? I'm interested in experimenting a bit! Thank you!

 

[Mariam+Theo]

I use pine pellets, like many other people on here. They are super absorbent, completely safe for rabbits, super cheap, and smell great. It is $6 for a large bag and it lasts me a year with one rabbit (I clean his litter box about twice a week).
https://www.tractorsupply.com/tsc/p...-pine-pellet-stall-bedding-40-lb?cm_vc=-10005

 

[Blue eyes]

Wood pellets are not only super cheap, but they are the most effective (imo) at absorbing urine odor as well. These can be wood stove pellets (no accelerant) or wood pellets used for horse bedding. (These are pellets, not shavings.)
https://rabbitsindoors.weebly.com/odor-free-home.html

 

[Mac189]

I use pine pellets, like many other people on here. They are super absorbent, completely safe for rabbits, super cheap, and smell great. It is $6 for a large bag and it lasts me a year with one rabbit (I clean his litter box about twice a week).
https://www.tractorsupply.com/tsc/p...-pine-pellet-stall-bedding-40-lb?cm_vc=-10005

That is super helpful, super cheap and I can't wait to try it! Thank you!

 

[zuppa]

Wood pellets as well, I second what already said here they are best option imo, definitely give it a go and you will love them. And they are compostable too.

 

[Mac189]

You guys rock! I am so excited to use wood pellets!

 

[Mehidk]

Right now I use paper pellets but I’ve been contemplating on switching over to wood pellets myself!

 

[Freedom]

Wood pellets here as well. We used the paper carefresh for the first 5 months or so we had ours and my only regret is not switching sooner.
Cheaper, absorb much better.

 

[osgoodmg]

I've only used the shredded paper so far. I will give the wood pellets a try!

 

[Rosy]

where do u guys get your wood pellets from? im looking to switch but cant find a place with free (or cheap) delivery. The nearest tractor supply is about 1/2 hr away and they charge $20 for delivery...

 

[helena]

I get mine from Theisen's home farm and auto. They are actually horse pellets like the ones Mariam+Theo uses. They are super absorbent and inexpensive.

 

[Rosy]

i dont have a Theisens where i live. do know of any big chain that sells it?

 

[Mariam+Theo]

where do u guys get your wood pellets from? im looking to switch but cant find a place with free (or cheap) delivery. The nearest tractor supply is about 1/2 hr away and they charge $20 for delivery...

One Tractor Supply is 10 minutes away from my house and the other is right by my dad's work so getting pine pellets from there is easy, but I get your situation. I found some pine pellets on Amazon that might work: https://www.amazon.com/Simply-Pine-Natural-Cat-Litter/dp/B009LQA4XC/ref=sr_1_13?crid=QA7HFOKA0M5E&dchild=1&keywords=horse+bedding+pellets&qid=1588090769&sprefix=horse+bedding,aps,200&sr=8-13.

 

[Mertle]

I use pine pellets, like many other people on here. They are super absorbent, completely safe for rabbits, super cheap, and smell great. It is $6 for a large bag and it lasts me a year with one rabbit (I clean his litter box about twice a week).
https://www.tractorsupply.com/tsc/p...-pine-pellet-stall-bedding-40-lb?cm_vc=-10005

I've read a lot that pine and cedar are both bad for rabbit respiratory systems. Any woods with a strong scent like those are not recommended, as something about the air or oils they emit causes respiratory problems.have you had any problems with this?

 

[Mariam+Theo]

Kiln-dried pine is safe. I have not had any problems with pine pellets.

 

[HAPPYHOLLANDS]

I use pine wood pellets from tractor supply for only $6 dollars I love them because they are so absorbent

 

[Mac189]

I finally ran out of the bulk fluffy paper I bought months ago and have finally started using pine pellets! Love the cost and can't wait to see how well it works (I was getting sick of the old stuff). Willa tried to eat it, but I think they're catching on!

 

[Freedom]

Ours has nibbled on it as well. No harm. Lol. I'm so glad we switched

 

[OreoTheMiniLop]

I use Fresh News Recycled Cat Litter Unscented.

 

[Cloverhouse]

I use yesterday's news paper pellets made for cats. I use the unscented ones. I empty the litter boxes into my garden to improve the clay soil and the paper pellets are good for that.