Choosing the right bedding for your small animal seems simple… until you realize how many options exist. Yet bedding plays a major role in your pet’s comfort, hygiene, and overall health.
At ParkFarms, we help families every day choose safe, natural, and effective bedding for rabbits, guinea pigs, sensitive cats, and other small animals. This guide will help you understand the differences and pick the best option for your home.
1. Paper Bedding: The Softest and Safest Choice
Paper bedding has quickly become the top choice for small‑animal owners and for good reason.
Benefits
- 100% natural
- Highly absorbent
- Dust‑free (perfect for sensitive animals)
- No chemicals, dyes, or perfumes
- Excellent odor control
Best for
- Rabbits
- Guinea pigs
- Sensitive cats
- Animals with respiratory issues
At ParkFarms, our paper bedding is pure, clean, and additive‑free, making it one of the safest options available.
2. Wood Pellets: Maximum Absorption and Long‑Lasting Performance
Wood pellets are a natural, economical, and extremely absorbent option. Ours are made from pure hardwood, with no resin, glue, or added fragrance.
Benefits
- Exceptional absorption
- Strong odor control
- Budget‑friendly
- Chemical‑free
- Biodegradable
Best for
- Cats
- Rabbits
- Chicken coops
- Small animals needing strong odor control
Wood pellets are ideal for families looking for a simple, natural, and long‑lasting solution.
3. Wood Shavings: Soft, Voluminous, and Versatile
Wood shavings (also called “shavings” or “chips”) are a classic bedding option, especially for animals that need a soft, fluffy base or larger enclosures.
Benefits
- Soft and comfortable
- Great volume for the price
- Good absorption
- Ideal for larger spaces
Best for
- Chicken coops
- Horse stalls
- Small animals in large enclosures
ParkFarms offers the popular 3.25 cu.ft format, clean, fluffy, and generous in volume.
4. How to Know Which Bedding Is Right for You
Here are a few quick questions to guide your choice:
Does your animal have respiratory sensitivities?
→ Choose paper bedding (dust‑free).
Do you want maximum absorption and great value?
→ Go with wood pellets.
Do you have a coop or a large enclosure?
→ Wood shavings are ideal.
Do you want a 100% natural, chemical‑free option?
→ All ParkFarms products meet this standard.
5. Fast, Simple Delivery Across Ottawa–Gatineau
ParkFarms is a 100% online shop, offering quick delivery to:
- Ottawa
- Gatineau
- The Outaouais region
- Montreal and more
Shipping fees appear automatically at checkout, so you always know exactly what to expect.
In Summary
The best bedding is the one that fits your animal’s needs — and your lifestyle. At Park Farms, we focus on products that are:
- natural
- safe
- chemical‑free
- effective
- delivered right to your door
Your small animal deserves the best, and we’re here to help you provide it.