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Bedding for Hamsters and Dwarf Hamsters
Discover the power of Turbo Suction for long-lasting dryness! With the Bunny Nature UltraDry Mix you no longer have to worry about wet surfaces. It has an unparalleled absorption power that ensures that your rodent always enjoys a dry and comfortable stay
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bunnyBedding Linum is a natural flax bedding. It immediately offers your pets maximum comfort and provides them with a dry and comfortable surface to walk and lie on. Depending on the size of the cage and the number of animals, bunnyBedding Linum stays dr
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Color Wood is a safe and natural colored wood. The wood is first treated under a very high temperature so that it is 100% free of bacteria, fungi and insects. We advise to use the wood as decoration in a scape and not as a ground cover on its own.
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With the JR Farm Nature Feeling Bedding, your rodent or rabbit will feel like they're in a beautiful natural environment. With deliciously crunchy oats and freshly dried birch leaves, marigolds, and hibiscus flowers, there's plenty to discover and gnaw on
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Get ready for a woodland adventure, rodent friends and fluffy bunnies! Discover the delightful Forest Bedding, specially designed to make your little friends feel like they're exploring the heart of the forest! This bedding brings the best of nature into
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With the JR Farm Litter Forest Feeling, your rodent will imagine itself in a beautiful wooded environment. With crispy poplar bark and crunchy pine cones, there is plenty to discover and gnaw on. The ground cover is 100% natural and therefore also edible.
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With the JR Farm Litter Summer Feeling, your rodent will imagine itself in a beautiful summer environment. With flower meadows and aromatic flowers as well as lush foliage, there is plenty to discover and gnaw on. The bedding is 100% natural and therefore
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With the JR Farm Litter Forest Feeling, your rodent will imagine itself in a beautiful farm environment. With deliciously crispy hay and fresh ears of corn, there is plenty to discover and gnaw on. The bedding is 100% natural and therefore edible for the
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Peat is specially prepared for small rodents. Peat for rodents is very natural and ideal as bedding or for a diggable environment such as a digging pit or natural landscaping (bioactive). All burrowing rodents, such as hamsters, mice, rats, etc., have a n
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Special organic peat/sand mixture for rodents. The humus satisfies the animals' natural digging needs. No added fertilizers. Perfect for a natural German-style habitat or for hamster scavenging.
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Coconut Fiber Humus is a blend of coconut fiber and humus. This natural ground cover is suitable for small rodents and promotes their natural digging behavior. The ground cover can expand up to 7 to 8 times its original size, has a pH between 5.0 and 6.0,
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For the adventurous owners of small rodents such as mice, dwarf hamsters, hamsters and gerbils, there is now an exciting way to enrich their living environment and transform their daily experience: Desert Sand Red. This beautiful sand not only adds an aes
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For owners of small rodents such as mice, dwarf hamsters, hamsters and gerbils who are looking for a dramatic and stylish way to improve the living environment of their furry companions, there is now Desert Sand Black. This unique sand not only adds an ae
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The Natural Pet Brand Card N Egg is a substrate made from egg cartons. A unique characteristic of egg cartons is their exceptional softness, making them easy on the paws. Egg cartons have an open paper structure that allows them to absorb moisture very qu
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Enjoy a Fresh and Dry Stay for Your Little Friends with Bunny Nature Bedding Fresh & Dry! Bunny Nature Bedding Fresh & Dry is not just any litter; it is a carefully composed blend of four valuable components that have been specifically chosen for their wo
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Barley Straw is a 100% natural product! This high-quality straw is suitable for rodents and rabbits. The straw has undergone special treatment at the factory. It has been inspected for metal and shaken to remove any stones and dust.
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These soft hemp mats from Hugro are ideal for rodents and rabbits! These natural mats are made from compressed hemp fibers. Completely natural! The mats are very hygienic and dust-free and they protect smaller pets against cold and drafts. Small rodents s
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Cotton & Pellet Bedding: Ultimate Comfort for Your Rodents and Rabbits! Experience the difference with our high-quality Cotton & Pellet Bedding. Designed for ultimate comfort and superior absorbency, this litter solution offers the best for your rodents a
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Organic bedding made from cottonseed fiber. Absorbs moisture and odors effectively, keeping the enclosure clean and dry for longer. Dust-free, making it ideal for rats, mice, and ferrets (also suitable for guinea pigs and rabbits).
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Deep in the heart of the rodent kingdom, where the air is filled with cheerful chirping of birds and the swishing sounds of reptiles, we meet an incredibly innovative ground cover called Corbo. A paradise for all the winged and furry creatures that frolic
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Soft, comfortable bedding that's pleasant to nest in and works well in hamster scaping. Ideal as a comfort layer or nesting zone in the enclosure. Dust-free and great for small rodents.
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The Back-2-Nature bedding for rodents and rabbits is a highly absorbent bedding. Puddles and odors are drawn deep into the paper pellets and trapped, keeping the enclosure fresh and clean for a long time.
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Soft cotton substrate for hamster scaping: ideal as a comfort layer or nesting zone. Use in zones (rest corner/nesting chamber) and combine with a diggable base. Dimensions/capacity: see specifications.
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Soft bedding/top layer made from tea bags and colored fleece scraps (waste from baby clothes). Ideal as a pop of color in hamster scaping, gerbil scaping, and rat scaping, and as a cozy nesting or burrowing layer. 20 liters.
Read moreHamster Bedding & Ground Cover – Choose the Best Base for Digging and Comfort
Good hamster bedding is the foundation of a comfortable habitat. Hamsters (including dwarf hamsters) are real diggers: they want to create tunnels, store supplies, and sleep safely "underground." At DRD Rodent Shop® , you'll find bedding that suits hamster scaping , provides daily convenience, and creates a natural environment. We've been specialists since 2011 and select primarily based on: ease of digging, comfort, hygiene, and practicality.
Selection guide: which hamster bedding suits your situation?
Looking for hamster bedding for a dwarf hamster or substrate for a Syrian hamster? Start with these three questions:
- Digging instinct: Does your hamster want to tunnel and dive deep? Then choose a bedding that offers plenty of volume and is easy to dig.
- Design: Do you want a natural look or a true hamster scaping experience? Then layering and mixing is ideal.
- Maintenance: Want easy spot cleaning and a fresh cage? Creating a clear pee area and designated zones helps.
In this category you'll find cotton , paper , hemp , flax , and handy mixes . Everything has been selected for ease of use and well-being (and, of course, easy to dig where possible).
Top choice per situation: which hamster bedding suits your hamster?
Everyone is looking for something slightly different: some prefer a deep excavation (hamsterscaping), others prefer easy maintenance or a beautiful, natural look. Below, you'll find our most popular options. Not sure? Then mixing is usually the smartest (and most fun) solution.
How much bedding does a hamster need?
Do you want your hamster to really be able to dig? Then "one layer" is usually not enough. Guidelines that work well in practice:
- Dwarf hamster bedding: preferably 20 cm or more in (at least) one digging corner.
- Golden hamster substrate: preferably 25–30 cm or more, as they are larger and like to burrow deeper.
Tip: You don't have to dig at the same depth everywhere. A smart scape has zones: one deep digging area + a walking/feeding zone + a resting area under a house.
Combining ground cover: how to get more volume and stability
Combining ground covers is often the fastest way to a firmer base and a more beautiful landscape. Consider a soft base (cotton or paper) with a textured layer on top or throughout.
Useful for hamster scaping ground covering: you can also work with "paths" and "hills" (subtle), without large height differences.
Hamsterscaping substrate: building for natural behavior
Hamster scaping revolves around behavior: digging , foraging , hiding , and sand bathing . Combine substrate with appropriate furnishings, such as hamster houses , nesting material , and a sand bath .
Bioactive ground cover: beautiful, but for advanced users
Bioactive means using (among other things) humus/coconut fiber as a substrate and working with a natural balance. This can be beautiful, but it does require controlling humidity and choosing the right materials. Therefore, we recommend this especially if you already have experience with hamster scaping or terrarium design.
Dust-free and wood fibre: what is useful to know?
All our ground coverings are selected as low-dust , with one caveat: wood fiber can generate a bit more dust, depending on the type and how you apply it. Want to be extra mindful of this? Then paper/cotton (or a blend) is often a good choice.
Checklist: Choosing ground cover in 60 seconds
- ✓ Want to see digging behavior? Make one zone really deep (20–30 cm).
- ✓ Dwarf hamster or golden hamster? Larger animal = often deeper/spacious, which works better.
- ✓ Want to get started easily? Use paper as a base and mix later.
- ✓ Do you want tunnels? Cotton (based) and blends often work best.
- ✓ Create a fixed pee corner and spot clean it regularly.
Maintenance: spot cleaning, pee corner and when you (partially) refresh
The secret to a fresh environment is rarely “replacing everything often”, but rather smart maintenance: spot cleaning + a permanent pee area.
- ✓ Remove wet areas and droppings where necessary (urine corner, feeding area, under the wheel).
- ✓ Keep the nesting site as undisturbed as possible (only in case of real contamination).
- ✓ Refresh (partially) when odor/moisture increases; how often depends on the size of the enclosure, substrate type, and furnishings.
- ✓ For cleaning you can look at hamster cleaning products .
Safety warnings
- ✓ Avoid heavily perfumed/chemically treated substrates; opt for natural, soothing choices.
- ✓ Place heavy items (stones, heavy houses, wheels) preferably on a plateau/solid surface, not loosely “on the digging layer”.
- ✓ Use safe nesting material (no “hamster cotton wool”/loose tufts that can form threads).
- ✓ Always ensure adequate ventilation in the hamster enclosure .
Frequently asked questions about hamster bedding
Which hamster substrate is best for digging?
For “real diggers”, bedding with a cotton base often works very well, especially in combination with a clever mix (layer construction).
How deep should dwarf hamster bedding be?
Aim for a minimum of 20 cm in (at least) one digging zone, so that tunneling becomes possible.
How deep should be the substrate for a golden hamster?
Many golden hamsters benefit from 25–30 cm (or more) in a digging corner, as they are larger and like to “dive” deeper.
What is the difference between hamster bedding made of cotton and paper?
Cotton provides plenty of volume and a textured feel (great for scapes). Paper is a soft, practical base that works well as a starting point or in blends.
Is wood fiber suitable?
Wood fiber can be a great fit for a home, but can create a bit more dust (depending on the type and usage). Want extra dust reduction? Then paper/cotton (or blends) are often preferable.
Helpful next steps for a complete base & layout
- Hamsterscaping (everything for the natural look)
- Hamster nesting material
- Hamster houses & hiding places
- Sand & sand bath
- Hamster exercise wheels
- Hamster cages & enclosures
- Cleaning products
✓ Carefully selected range & practical selection aid
✓ For dwarf hamsters and golden hamsters – suitable for hamster scaping and daily convenience
✓ Specialist since 2011 – we are happy to help you choose
