Bedding
Ozzy Cages Fleece Liners
⭐ GPA BEST RECOMMENDED OPTION! ⭐
Why We Love Them:
High Absorbtion:
Our highly absorbent fleece liner, is designed for guinea pigs and rabbits. By effectively pulling moisture away from the surface, it ensures dry feet for your pet and minimizes the risk of bumblefoot and other infections that can be detrimental to small animals.
Antibacterial, Antifungal, and Antimicrobial:
Made with natural bamboo fibre, it is antibacterial, antifungal, and antimicrobial. This helps to reduce odours and keep your pets healthy.
Eco-Friendly:
Our Ozzy Cage Fleece liners can be used repeatedly. By opting for this reusable bedding, you are minimizing your pets carbon paw-print.
Machine Washable:
Lasting 3-7 days (depending on piggy quantity and cage size), all you need to do is shake out, wash, dry and you can use it again... and again... and again! Watch our liner cleaning video here.
All-In-One Product:
With a soft cosy top layer, absorbent internal layer and waterproof back all contained in the one product, our Ozzy Cage Liners are revolutionising the cage cleaning game, making cage setup and cleans quicker, easier and hassle-free!
Ozzy Vet-Bed Liners
⭐ GPA RECOMMENDED OPTION ⭐
Vet Bed is made from high quality and double woven strength polyester. It has a high density pile that is woven into the carpet on non slip matting which creates a luxurious woolen feel. Perfect for guinea pigs or rabbits that love extra comfort. It is also a great option for senior piggies that need extra joint support.
✔️ Pros:
- Super thick and super strong. The whole cage becomes a bed
- Used by vets and professionals worldwide
- Excellent for older pets that need extra padding
- Available in 1200gsm (28mm thick) providing excellent heat retention and air circulation properties as well as excellent support for joints
- Hygienic, non-irritant and non-allergenic
- Highly scratch and chew resistant
- Does not support bacterial growth
- Resistant to permanent staining
❌ Cons:
- Initial cost upfront
- Requires regular washing and can be cumbersome to clean compared to disposable bedding such as wood shavings.
Wood Shavings
Wood Shavings are a popular choice for many guinea pig owners, as they are absorbent and tend to reduce odour. However, any wood product should always be free from any aromatic oils, as these can cause severe respiratory illness and in some cases, early liver disease -especially in rabbits and mice.
Do not use sawdust or cedar bedding, and carefully screen any pine bedding for unsafe chemicals.
You can also use selected hemp beddings.
✔️ Pros:
- Absorbent: Good at absorbing moisture and controlling odour.
- Natural: Often made from natural wood sources.
- Cost-Effective: Generally affordable and widely available.
- Comfortable: Provides a soft surface for guinea pigs to rest on.
❌ Cons:
- Dusty: Can be dusty, potentially irritating guinea pigs' respiratory systems.
- Pine and Cedar: Some types (like pine and cedar) contain oils that can be harmful to guinea pigs.
- Maintenance: Requires regular cleaning and replacement to prevent odour and buildup.
- Not Biodegradable: Some wood shavings are not biodegradable, impacting the environment.
We only stock safe, tested and recommended critter-approved wood shavings.
Paper-Based Beddings
Depending on which paper bedding you use some may be more absorbent than others. Paper bedding can be used in conjunction with other materials such as toggle mats, reusable puppy pads or newspaper.
✔️ Pros:
- Dust-Free: Minimizes respiratory irritation.
- Highly Absorbent: Excellent at absorbing moisture and controlling odors.
- Safe: Made from recycled paper, it's generally free from harmful chemicals and oils.
- Biodegradable: Often biodegradable and environmentally friendly.
❌ Cons:
- Cost: Can be more expensive compared to other bedding options.
- Less Natural: May not provide the same texture as natural bedding materials.
- Shredded: Can sometimes be shredded into small pieces, which might be less tidy.
- Potential for Chewing: Some guinea pigs might chew on it, though it's generally safe.
Newspaper, Puppy Pads, Towels and Toggle Mats
These items can all be used in conjunction with other types of bedding, ideally used more as an underlayer. We do not recommend using these items as a standalone, as these all collect moisture rather than wick it away, which would leave your cage damp, cold and very uncomfortable for your pet if used on its own as a bedding option.
Hay
👎 NOT RECOMMENDED FOR BEDDING 👎
Similar in characteristics with newspaper. It is not an absorbent bedding and Guinea Pigs Australia does not recommend using hay as the primary bedding material.
Hay can be used in kitchen areas, and as a food source - ideally raised off the floor in a hay bag or hay rack to avoid contact with poo and soiled bedding.
Guinea pigs and rabbits need hay 24/7 to ensure their digestive system is kept in balance. Hay must be replaced daily to prevent bacteria and mould growth.
Read more on feeding your piggy hay here.