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Forum DIET & CARE Aspen Supreme pellet smell

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    • lunavenus
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        The best way I can describe the aspen supreme pellet litter smell is peppery. I’ve never smelled cedar or pine before so I don’t know what that’s supposed to smell like and all the reviews I’ve read said they smell like pine/cedar. I don’t hate it but I don’t exactly like it either….. It smells a lot better than the old litter I used to use that was paper based (not Yesterdays News), but the odor from the aspen supreme litter is really strong… it engulfs my tiny room in a matter of 3 hours if I don’t air out through my windows. I also think the carpet smell is contributing to the odd mixture of scents in my room, but majority of it is from the litter I THINK. Does anybody else have this problem? is it supposed to smell this strong? could it just be the size of my room that’s making it smell more strongly than it should? Is yesterday’s news equally as good as absorbing/controlling urine odor and is less smelly?? I ask too many questions and post too many topics on here, but I really like the help I get from everybody!!


      • pinknfwuffy
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          Yes, I agree. I tried Aspen Supreme and while I loved the odor control and absorption, did not enjoy the Aspen scent. It is stronger than pine and doesn’t diffuse as well in small spaces. I, too, found it peppery and perfume-y. Some people love it, but to each their own.

          I switched to Simply Pine and like the balance of odor control and natural scent. The pine smell is strong in the bag but once it is in the litter pan it doesn’t last long, and I have a small apartment. I don’t come home to a house that smells like a forest, or urine, so it’s a win-win. Others use similar products like Feline Pine or plain wood stove pellets.


        • tobyluv
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            I mainly use Aspen Supreme pellets and they are strong smelling, but I think that pine pellets have that strong wood smell too. I do put a layer of Carefresh Naturals Litter on top of the Aspen Supreme, just to give my bunnies more cushioning under their feet, but I don’t know that it helps mask the strong wood scent or not. Another litter that I sometimes use that has no smell (to me) is Oxbow Eco-Straw pellets.

            http://www.drsfostersmith.com/product/prod_display.cfm?c=6067+10375+19819&pcatid=19819

            Since you’re having trouble with strong smells in your room, have you ever considered getting an electronic air cleaner? If you have rabbits, you’re supposed to get the regular air cleaner, not the ionizer ones. That’s another cord that you would have to protect from your bunny’s teeth, but they are supposed to work well to remove odors from a room.


          • lunavenus
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              Tobyluv: I can’t open the link but I’ll search up Oxbow Eco-Straw pellets to check that out. I do have air filters in my room. I actually have two and I leave them usually running when I’m sleep and when I’m not home. It doesn’t do much to help the smell to be honest…. What filter do you use??

              pinknfwuffy: I’ll search into the pine litter you’re using. Sounds like it might be a good switch after I finish using the aspen supreme litter. This peppery smell in my room gives me a headache


            • tobyluv
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                I don’t know why that link won’t open. I just tried it to make sure, and it opens for me. There are 13 reviews for it there, and most are 5 star reviews. Maybe you could access their home page, then use the Search box to find it. http://www.drsfostersmith.com/ The name is listed as
                Oxbow BeneTerra Eco-Straw. They sell Oxbow products in Pet Smart stores, if you have one near you. I find Pet Smart to be pricey, though. They also have it online, and any other online pet supply stores that carry Oxbow products should have it.

                I don’t use any kind of air cleaners. I hope that you can find a good litter that you like.


              • tobyluv
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                  Here is an article on litter that is given out at the sanctuary where I volunteer:

                  What To Use In Your Rabbit’s Litter Box

                  Remember that rabbits may sit in their litter boxes for extended periods, and that they nibble on everything, so it’s important to choose the right litter.
                  Do not use cedar or pine shavings. These contain dangerous aromatic oils that have been found to cause liver damage and respiratory problems. Don’t use CatWorks, a litter made from oat hulls, which when ingested has caused fatal zinc poisoning. Swheat Scoop Litter should not be used since rabbits will often ingest it. It is comprised of wheat, is very high in carbohydrates, and can cause obesity, excessive cecal production, diarrhea and other health issues. Don’t use clay litter. The dust causes respiratory problems, and if ingested, it is harmful to the digestive tract. Don’t use any clumping litters–if nibbled on, they are likely to cause obstructions in the intestinal tract. Also avoid corn cob litter. If eaten, it can cause a lethal intestinal blockage.
                  Recommended litters:
                  1. Newspaper, shredded or cut-up. It’s inexpensive and readily available, but it offers no odor control. If the newspaper is cut into larger pieces, urine may puddle at first until it is absorbed into the paper, which could cause your rabbit to have damp feet. It can be composted.
                  2. Paper pulp litter. It has low dust, good absorbency, and no hazards, though it also offers little odor control. It can be flushed or composted. Brands include Carefresh, Yesterday’s News, Cellu-Dri, and Eco Fresh.
                  3. Oat, alfalfa and wheat straw based pellets. Low dust, good absorbency, and no hazards, although they can cause bloating if too much is ingested. They can be flushed or composted. Brands include Critter Country, Cat Country, and Oxbow Eco-Straw.
                  4. Compressed sawdust (pine) pellets. Unlike pine shavings, these are safe, since they have no dangerous aromatic oils. They are economical, highly absorbent, and have good odor control. They may be composted. Brands include All Pet Pine, Feline Pine and Exquisicat.
                  5. Aspen bark, pellets or shredded. Highly absorbent, with good odor control. Pellets are economical , because it only takes a thin layer in the litter box. They may be composted. These larger pellets are good for long haired rabbits, since they don’t get stuck in their fur as easily as the small particle litters. Brands include Aspen Fresh, Gentle Touch and Aspen Supreme.
                  6. Straw or hay. Straw can be dusty and is not very absorbent, but has no hazards, unless it becomes moldy. Any of the grass hays can be used. Be sure to clean frequently, as your rabbit will also be eating the hay. It may be composted.
                  7. Wood stove pellets. These are compressed pine or hardwood pellets. Make sure that the pellets are plain and that they don’t contain accelerants. These are very economical. They come in large bags and are inexpensive. They can be found in home supply or tractor supply stores.
                  8. Horse stall pellets. They are compressed sawdust (pine), also very economical. Found in feed stores, home supply stores, or tractor supply stores. One brand is Equine Pine.

                  If you change to a new litter, your rabbit may hesitate to use it. Mix some of the new with the old, or put some of the dirty litter into the new litter. Daily cleaning of the dirty areas is best. Regularly dump out the whole contents of the box, and thoroughly clean with an organic cleaner or a natural cleaner, such as white vinegar.
                  Many of these litters are available in pet supply stores, grocery stores, or discount stores. Litter, food and other rabbit supplies can be ordered online from drsfostersmith.com, wag.com, bunnybytes.com, petfooddirect.com, binkybunny.com, leithpetwerks.com, or various other pet supply catalogs and websites.

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