Bedding for Coop

[amanda_rimo]

We just got a new coop and run for our duck and we are looking for suggestions on bedding for the coop and bedding for the run in the winter. In previous years we have used pine shaving for the coop and straw for the run and coop in the winter. We were thinking about using horse pellet bedding but want to use what is most effective! Any suggestions help!

 

[CoriM]

I think it's just personal preference based on your conditions, style of coop, and what's best for the ducks. I have a covered coop and run. In my coop I use pine shavings, and it's quick and easy to scoop the poop everyday so it's fresh and clean and doesn't smell. I just sprinkle some new shavings on top and fluff it with a little rake. My run is half pine shavings and half pea gravel and that surrounds a tiny pond we have in there.