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Is blanket bedding safe for guinea pigs or should I avoid it?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Small Animal | Unknown - Small Animal | Female | unspayed | 2 months and 4 days old | 1lb

Is a blanket bedding good for my guinea pigs

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Answered By Andrea M. Brodie, DVM

Veterinarian

Published on May 19th, 2018

It is not a very good bedding. Pine shavings are much more hygienic and not dangerous for your guinea pig, whereas fleece or blanket bedding can cause intestinal obstruction when eaten by your piggie.

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