Animal Bedding

Description:

Hemp shives (woody stalk) can be used for horse and small rodent bedding.

How it’s Made:

Hemp bedding is made by stripping the fibers off the hemp stem and process it.⁽¹⁾

Advantages:

Hemp bedding makes hygienic animal bedding because of its natural anti-bacterial properties, dust free and high absorption.⁽²⁾

Disadvantages:

Hemp beddings are known to be relatively expensive and the initial cost is discouraging.⁽³⁾

History:

Industrial hemp was traditionally cultivated as a fiber source with a long history with human civilization usually found near early nomadic settlements close to streams in well-manured areas.⁽⁴⁾

Looking to the Future:

Hemp will be the bedding of the future and is the best substrate on the market because hemp bedding can provide a healthy bedding alternative to current bedding options.⁽⁵⁾