Vetbed Question

[Cute_Guineapigs]

Hi

I use vetbed in my piggies' cage as I thought it would be more comfortable for them and easier to keep clean than other bedding options. I change the vetbed twice weekly, and disinfect the cage at this time. However, I've found that after a day or two, the vetbed is soaked through, especially at the corners and really should be changed maybe 3-4 times a week. I couldn't keep up the washing if I changed them this frequently. What do others do with vetbed? Should I put towels underneath the vetbed?

 

[piggyfan]

You cannot use vet bed alone. You have to use towels underneath to adsorb the water. Vet bed should be washed every three days at 60 degrees.

Hurray another Londoner!

 

[Cute_Guineapigs]

Thank you. I will change their setup straight away.

 

[Guinea pig slave]

Have you washed the bedding with conditioner ?
The secret is to wash it a few times, not add conditioner and dry before use. Wee will wick to the base and keep the surface dry.
I swear by vet bed as I find it easier to change having so many piggies. You can air dry overnight or hang outdoors if the weathers good
Try not to tumble dry if possible although I have resorted to this in emergencies.
These are great suppliers on Ebay:

http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/VET-BED-N..._Steamers_Cookers_PP&var=&hash=item5af3e73325

http://www.ebay.co.uk/sch/flyerwyer...h=item5653840c5d&rt=nc&_trksid=p2047675.l2562

I'm loving the camo designs - good for macho boars

http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/VET-BED-N..._Steamers_Cookers_PP&var=&hash=item5af3e732ca

 

[Jerrybelly]

I put a few layers of newspaper underneath the vetbed, and change the soiled newspaper twice a day (this is usually only needed for the corners)

 

[Cute_Guineapigs]

I haven't used conditioner and always hang it out to dry.

I put a few layers of newspaper underneath the vetbed, and change the soiled newspaper twice a day (this is usually only needed for the corners)

I may use newspaper instead of towels as it will reduce amount of washing. Thanks

 

[teadragon]

B&M do puppy pee pads for £4.99 for ... lots... it will absorb more than news paper which doesn't absorb much urine, to be honest. When I had vet bed I used pee pads and they were quite handy. You just lift the vet bed, roll up the soiled pee pads and plop another one down. Once a week I'd lift everything and scrub the base (because I'm paranoid).

If you can't get them cheap - don't get them at all, though!