Can I safely change my hamster's paper bedding to Timothy hay?

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My current hamster I have had for a year and a Half has always used a paper like bedding and, i would like to change the bedding to Timothy Hay. Would this be ok? or would it affect the hamster in anyway because i have always used the paper like bedding? Pet's info: Other | Unknown - Other | Female

Dr. Melanie, BVSc MS · Accepted Answer

According to the Purdue University Veterinary school handout on hamsters, Timothy Hay can be used as bedding for hamsters. It will absorb some urine, but it does not control odors and will mold when wet. You can use it as a top dressing over a paper-like bedding, and change the hay every one to two days. The bedding underneath will have to be changed once a week. Fresh Timothy hay is best, as pre-packed hay bought in the pet store is dried to prevent molding, which makes it harder and less suitable for bedding. Marie can also nibble on the hay as a supplement.

Can I safely change my hamster's paper bedding to Timothy hay?

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