another hatchery strongly discourages any kind of paper because their legs could be deformed
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I imagine the hatchery means paper over the floor with nothing underneath, which can cause spraddle leg. The babies slip on the paper and their legs splay out as a result.
Paper towels over shavings usually provide the best footing as do cloth towels. I prefer paper towels, because the soiled ones can be rolled up, tossed, and replaced with no effort.
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I imagine the hatchery means paper over the floor with nothing underneath, which can cause spraddle leg. The babies slip on the paper and their legs splay out as a result.
Paper towels over shavings usually provide the best footing as do cloth towels. I prefer paper towels, because the soiled ones can be rolled up, tossed, and replaced with no effort.
