It's not slippery like ice would be and a lot of people use it without problem, but it also has a higher rate of slippage than other materials. It only takes a single slip for a chick to strain or pull something, hence why we suggest being cautious with using it.Thank you! I thought the newspaper would make them slip as well, but it doesnt seem to. It may be the specific type of paper i use!
Once they have a leg problem it's too late, many people get by without problems, but y take chances when % is so much higher. And there are many other readily available cheap things to use.
