i am wondering does cedar bedding for guinea pigs harm them in any way because i hear a lot that it does if it does than how does it harm them ???
2006-12-19 13:07:01 · 11 answers · asked by Klaudia X 2 in Pets ➔ Other - Pets
The previous answers mentioned respiratory problems, and that is correct. Guinea pigs are small and have delicate tiny lungs, and all those volatile vapors coming out of the cedar shavings will cause havoc with their lungs. Just imagine humans breathing fumes of volatile compounds (turpentine, cleaning solvent, perfumes, etc) all day long, pretty soon you'd have headaches, asthma and a host of other problems.
2006-12-19 13:16:29 · answer #1 · answered by zoomat4580 4 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Both cedar and pine shavings are dangerous to all small animals. They both release aromatic oils known as phenols which can lead to upper respiratory problems. We see these very commonly when guinea pigs are surrendered to our rescue having been kept on either of these shavings.
Pine can be kiln-dried, which removes most of the aromatics, and makes it safer, but many are not, so make sure the bag specific "kiln-dried". Aspen shavings (which are hardwoods), Carefresh, Critter Comfort, or Yesterday's News are much better choices for bedding.
2006-12-19 23:02:43 · answer #2 · answered by Lotus Effect 4 · 1⤊ 0⤋
the two cedar and pine shavings are risky to all small animals. They the two launch fragrant oils time-honored as phenols that may convey approximately larger respiration issues. We see those very regularly whilst guinea pigs are surrendered to our rescue having been stored on the two of those shavings. Pine could be kiln-dried, which eliminates various the aromatics, and makes it safer, yet many are no longer, so verify the bag specific "kiln-dried". Aspen shavings (that are hardwoods), Carefresh, Critter convenience, or the day gone by's information are lots extra powerful possibilities for bedding.
2016-10-05 12:51:17 · answer #3 · answered by alisha 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
your guarantied a upper respitory issue with cedar bedding, and a nice vet bill. Just the first time visit fee can range from 25-50 some odd dollars depending on vet, and the baytril medication needed to treat upper respitorys is very expense, a large vile is 120 dollars, of course you wouldnt be using a whole vile the vet would most likely give you two weeks worth, around 60 bucks or more. ...
2006-12-19 18:13:22 · answer #4 · answered by talisy77 4 · 1⤊ 0⤋
You shouldn't use cedar. Here's a good artical from the website of Drs Foster and Smith. It's a pet supply site, but you can search for answers to some animal questions there.
2006-12-19 16:36:09 · answer #5 · answered by treetopteresa 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
These softwood shavings smell nice due to the volatile compounds (e.g. aromatic hydrocarbons, phenols) that are given off. Unfortunately these compounds have been implicated as a potential health risk, especially with regards to respiratory problems (asthma, inflammation, allergic responses) and changes in the liver.
2006-12-19 13:09:22 · answer #6 · answered by Anonymous · 3⤊ 0⤋
in english, the fumes the chips give off when wet are toxic. pine shavings are safer. wood shavings often carry mites which can infest your small animal and eventually cause anemia and death if not treated promptly. The recyled paper ones can too but not as often as wood. The best bedding you can use is newspaper.
2006-12-19 13:14:18 · answer #7 · answered by talarlo 3 · 1⤊ 1⤋
theres oils on the cedar that would likely cause respiratory problems
2006-12-19 13:11:47 · answer #8 · answered by Bob K 4 · 1⤊ 0⤋
It is best to use Pine or Aspen shavings.
2006-12-19 13:31:30 · answer #9 · answered by Daiquiri Dream 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
i don't think it does but if you are worried about it just switch to something Else that makes you more comfortable
2006-12-19 14:55:55 · answer #10 · answered by nicole 2 · 0⤊ 1⤋