"WOOD SHAVINGS BLOCK" Wood shavings are absorbent and have good odor control. Different textures such as fine cut, soft shreds, or thick cut are used for different animals bedding. Many animals benefit from wood shavings bedding, including livestock, poultry, rodents and reptiles. Bedding, in the simplest context, provides comfort for these animals. When constructed properly, these cushioned structures decrease irritability and rough textures that can cause pain, pressure, and stress on the subject. This also prevents bruising and sores to preserve the physical beauty of the animal. Wood shaving bedding also creates an environment of moisture retention. Although incapable to prevent all microbial activity, bedding absorbs a substantial amount of moisture within the animal’s living environment. Soaking up excess urine, bedding assists in keeping the cage dry until the next change. A drier cage also promotes ventilation which decreases harmful levels of environmental pathogens. These factors are few of many. With insulation against cold weather and drafts amongst the list, odor control sustains a position as well. Creating an environment conducive for bedding is ideal for many animal types. All these factors relay a decreases in stress and pain encouraging peaceful resting opportunities that intern increase the overall life, productivity, and well being of the animals.