Cedar Shavings - Question

[Mrs. Fluffy Puffy]

We went to a "Garage Sale" and the person that was running the whole deal asked me if I had any critters that needed some bedding and he gave me a bag or "Cedar Shavings." I was pretty sure that cedar is toxic to birds so before I used it I wanted to ask you guys.

 

[ADozenGirlz]

Mrs. Fluffy Puffy :

We went to a "Garage Sale" and the person that was running the whole deal asked me if I had any critters that needed some bedding and he gave me a bag or "Cedar Shavings." I was pretty sure that cedar is toxic to birds so before I used it I wanted to ask you guys.

You're right cedar shavings are toxic to birds. It's bad for their respiratory system, so steer clear of cedar shavings for your chickens.​

 

[Mrs. Fluffy Puffy]

I was pretty sure it was! Thanks for confirming!

Can I use it for rabbits or other small rodents? ( Not that I have any!

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[CMV]

Nope. It's been linked to liver failure in rabbits. Mulch for your garden? I bet it will make your compost smell sweet.

 

[cracked_egg]

U can use it for your horses! Won't hurt them a bit. I use it with mine (or the dogs) every chance I get! Next load will go in the isle/arena because it keeps the barn smelling nicer longer. Anyway, with all the critters you have listed I'm sure you can find a use for it. (I put the pup in a stall if I have to be gone for long periods of time so there is a bale of cedar in his stall, but I usually get it by the truck load in amish country...)

 

[Mrs. Fluffy Puffy]

Okay thanks for the advice!
We'll probably put it in the garden since we don't keep our horses in stables!

Our horses run loose on the ranch.

I'm Free

 

[mississippifarmboy]

I've heard it was good for dog beds, keeps fleas down. Not sure if it's true or not because I haven't tried it. Not good for chicks though.

 

[Mrs. Fluffy Puffy]

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[toto65]

I use cedar in dog beds for flea control. There is a sandpit practically in my backyard so I am constantly battling sand fleas. A few small cedar twigs crushed up or cedar shavings tucked in between the cover and stuffing in a dog bed really helps, works for cats too. In cases where I have run out of cedar, I have snitched husbands cedar hunting cover scent made from oil of cedar. works and the dogs smell great too. also works for cats.

 

[elmo]

A very experienced poultry keeping friend of ours (with more than 20 years of experience) uses a handful of cedar shavings in his nestboxes under the pine shavings to help deter mites. Not more than that, though.