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Pine and Cedar shavings are dangerous
The only time I buy shavings is when I'm hatching chicks, and then, that's merely for convenience. I use dry leaves in the coop and run. In the summer, I add grass clippings and garden debris. IMO, the leaves are the best bedding option available. My coop has not been cleaned since October...- lazy gardener
- Post #161
- Forum: Managing Your Flock
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Pine and Cedar shavings are dangerous
I would hesitate to blame scaly leg mites on shavings, though, almost anything is possible. If there are wild birds that fly over, or can potentially land in your run, it's just as likely, perhaps more so that is where they came from. I got a mite infestation last summer, and my flock is...- lazy gardener
- Post #144
- Forum: Managing Your Flock