What is horse bedding and what types are there?
Bedding is the material placed on the stall floor for the horse to rest; common types include straw, wood shavings, and others.
Detailed explanation
Bedding is the layer of absorbent material placed on the stall floor so the horse can lie down comfortably, absorb urine, and keep the environment dry. The most common types are straw (traditional, economical), wood shavings or sawdust (more absorbent and less dusty if of good quality), wood pellets, hemp, flax, and recycled paper. The choice depends on cost, availability, the horse's tendency to eat the bedding, and potential respiratory problems. Ample, clean, and dry bedding is essential for the horse to lie down and achieve the deep sleep it needs.
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