Oh, I'm glad to hear that! It's difficult sometimes to get accurate information in the rattie community.I have done research!! the thing about pine being toxic is an old myth, it's toxic when not kiln-dried. however, all pine beddings sold for pets are required to be kiln-dried, which removes all of the dangerous chemicals/phenols. so pine is just as safe as aspen!! I've switched back to aspen though since it turns out I'm allergic to pine