Hello all. Yesterday, myself and a good friend (roommate) purchased 2 young rats (first for both of us). I'm not quite sure of the age, but they're rather small at about 3-4 inches in length, much more with tail. They are both male.
Anyhow, my roommate purchased pure pine shavings for their bedding. I read that pine shaving aren't great for their health, but the store says otherwise, and actually recommended them. I also couldn't believe how cheap it was for a 3 pound bag (only 2 dollars!). So anyway, I notice both of the boys seem to be "sneezing" a lot, but I'm not quite sure if they're sneezing, or if that's just the sound they make.
I was also wondering if I switch to aspen or carefresh after the bag is used up, will it be too late for their health, or not? Thank you.
Anyhow, my roommate purchased pure pine shavings for their bedding. I read that pine shaving aren't great for their health, but the store says otherwise, and actually recommended them. I also couldn't believe how cheap it was for a 3 pound bag (only 2 dollars!). So anyway, I notice both of the boys seem to be "sneezing" a lot, but I'm not quite sure if they're sneezing, or if that's just the sound they make.
I was also wondering if I switch to aspen or carefresh after the bag is used up, will it be too late for their health, or not? Thank you.