Equus

STUDYING THE SUBJECT

Although determining the best bedding for your situation may require some trial and error, several scientific studies have yielded interesting information about the attributes of various materials.

• A 2001 study from Finland compared wood chips, straw, peat moss, sawdust, shredded newspaper and mixtures

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