Can I use paper towel as bedding for a hamster?
Shredded paper – This is safe for your rats but it must be changed often as it tends to get mushy when wet. Make sure that if you use shredded newspaper that it is printed with non-toxic soy or vegetable ink. Also, your hamster is going to look really dirty if the ink rubs off. Cloth – Can a useful alternative to conventional cage bedding especially if the hamsters, or their owners, have allergies. Old, clothing, fabric diapers, towels, and remnants make good choices. Be sure to use cloth that does not unravel easily. Long strings can get caught around the hamster’s appendages and cause injury. The main drawback is that it has to be washed regularly and you cannot use any scented detergents. Toilet Paper/Paper Towels – These are very safe and easy to clean, just make sure the toilet paper isn’t scented. You can shred it up yourself, or let your hamster do it, and you’ll have a blast watching. The only drawback is that it gets pretty gross if it gets wet quickly. Overall, it’s a great a
