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I do the deep-litter method and in my covered areas, using pine shavings works like a charm. One of my runs, however, has a portion that is uncovered and in a semi-low area, and the pine shavings get saturated and gross very quickly-- then never truly dry out afterward.
I can do sand, but I'll still need something else overtop it for the deep litter. I've also heard people suggest leaves, but I wonder if those would be any better than pine shavings (any thoughts, here?).
I've also heard people suggest woodchips, but I'm unable to get those locally since I don't have a great way to transport them-- I need a solution that I can buy at Home Depot, Lowes, or a feed store. Any suggestions? I'm thinking I'll try cypress mulch, but I'd like to hear from someone who knows how it drains/dries.
Would love your thoughts!
I can do sand, but I'll still need something else overtop it for the deep litter. I've also heard people suggest leaves, but I wonder if those would be any better than pine shavings (any thoughts, here?).
I've also heard people suggest woodchips, but I'm unable to get those locally since I don't have a great way to transport them-- I need a solution that I can buy at Home Depot, Lowes, or a feed store. Any suggestions? I'm thinking I'll try cypress mulch, but I'd like to hear from someone who knows how it drains/dries.
Would love your thoughts!