Best Bedding for Rabbits in the UK

While most manufacturers tend to choose natural paper fibres as the main component for bunny beddings, this product is different. The Living World company offers old-school bedding made from 100% natural pine shavings that have a forest fresh scent. And there are some benefits to them.

First off, the pine shavings are completely hypoallergenic, meaning rabbits with some respiratory issues may find them healthier, i.e. easier to breathe and live in. Secondly, bunnies will be able to use them for burrowing or nesting. As mentioned, the shavings a forest fresh scent but that doesn't mean they were treated with some chemical fragrances or aromatic oils. Actually, they are naturally fresh-scented.

Yet, any product has its flaws, and this one isn't an exception. Since pine or cedar bedding may not be brilliant for hamsters and gerbils (may lead to allergies or red nose), the bedding shouldn't be used for small rodents. The bright side is that this product is capable of absorbing four times its weight in moisture without crumbles sticking in massive clumps. This way, the Living World bedding will prevent the build-up of bacteria, fungus, and mould, thus keeping your rabbits' home extra-clean and safe. A perfect choice for larger animals and habitats in need of very absorbent bedding.

The Small Pet Select Natural Paper Bedding is soft, absorbent, and easy on the feet. Made from unbleached fibres, the bedding does not incorporate any harmful residues. These fibres are 99% dust-free and 100% safe since the paper has not been printed before. With reclaimed paper, there are always some leftovers, sludge pieces here and there that contain detectable dioxin levels. This is not the case with this product. You can add this bedding product without worrying about the little rascal chewing into and digging through something dangerous.

What's more impressive is that, when you open and fluff the bunny bedding, the fibres will expand three times compared to the packaged volume. This is important because, initially, these fibres are as thin as tissues, offering middling absorption. But, again, once expanded, the 178-litre bag will be able to fill 12 extra-large litter boxes.

The Back 2 Nature Small Animal Bedding is a great product that favourably differs from most other similar products in terms of its texture. Unlike wood shavings that are quite messy and dusty, these are actually firm pellets that don’t stick to a tray and are very easy to clean, accordingly. Also, they become dark once they get in contact with moisture, so you'll be able to remove only the waste from the cage without a need to change all the bedding. A very good feature, especially if you have a large cage.

That being said, the pellets may be quite stiff and more suitable for use as litter rather than bedding. However, mixing them with softer products can make things much better. When used at the bottom of a cage, they work great for controlling odours. They have a clean smell and absorb bad odour like magic. So, there will be no nasty niff in the house, and no one will ever know you own bun buns.

Besides rabbits, the pellets are also suitable for other rodents, mammals, birds and reptiles. Each pack includes one 30 L bag with handles and an easy-pour spout for extra comfort. A 30 L bag can last approximately 2 months if you have a couple of rabbits. In all, if you need a good bedding/litter for your cage, the Back-2-Nature pellets are a sound choice. They are made from 99% recycled paper and do a great job of absorbing smells of animal waste.

The Kaytee Clean & Cozy White Small Animal Bedding ups the ante. Made using nothing but natural paper, the product's soft and fluffy texture encourages and facilitates burrowing and nesting, making this bedding especially great for mice, rats, hamsters, guinea pigs, gerbils, and chinchillas. Rabbits will appreciate the product too though. They will appreciate its 99.9% dust-free formula that keeps the cage nice and clean. But, you and the pet both will appreciate that its fibres can absorb six times the bedding's weight in liquid. The formula's also 100% chemical-free and FDA-approved, so you do not have to worry about the little furball's health.

Now, where the usable volume is concerned, the bag is 28.3 litres and expands to 85 litres, meaning it should last you for quite a long time. Where things get somewhat hairy is the odour control part. Unlike most other beddings, this product only lasts 3-5 days, then the smell is released.

If you own multiple fluffy pets, you surely need something extra-large and something extra-absorbent. The Megazorb Original Virgin Wood Pulp Horse Bedding fits that bill perfectly. As the mane suggests, it's a heavy-duty product that is primarily intended for a horse stable, making it one of the most absorbent beddings currently available on the market. In addition to that, the bedding is made of virgin wood pulp from a renewable source that is environmentally-friendly and biodegradable, so, after use, you can quickly turn it into garden compost.

Coming in a huge 85-litre pack that weighs about 14 kilos, the bedding is very cost-effective and will last you a long while. Plus, it doesn't become soggy once soiled, as it often happens to other paper-based products. In fact, if you regularly remove solids and wet patches of bedding, you will be replacing materials only from time to time, which makes it a practical solution for larger habitats.

Lastly, it's important to note that the bedding is dried at extra-high temperatures (500 degrees C) which kills any moulds, spores or bacteria that might potentially lurk in wood pulp. Plus, the dust is being extracted twice, which makes it ideal for animals with respiratory issues. For sure, the MEGAZORB bio-degradable bedding is a perfect choice for anyone who cares about the health of their pets yet looks for the most cost-effective solutions.