Horse Bedding

Horse Bedding

From their favorite spots in the barn to individual stalls, your horses naturally gravitate towards soft materials when it’s time to rest. Make them happy and keep their areas dry and clean with Tractor Supply’s horse bedding, which can be found in our complete range of equine essentials.

Help Your Horse Relax and Rest in Comfort

Whether you have a single horse or several, horse bedding will keep your animals cushioned and comfortable when they retreat to their stalls to rest and rejuvenate. Bedding products also help to absorb urine and mask odors from feces. Our options come in shaving and pellet forms, which differ in the following ways:

Horse Bedding Shavings

Horse bedding shavings are a byproduct of wood and come in several sizes, such as flakes, extra-fine and fine. Flakes and fine shavings feature less of the dust that may irritate horses, as well as a smaller size to offer better absorbency of urine and feces. Meanwhile, extra-fine shavings tend to have more dust but are easy to clean up. Some extra-fine options may be screened to reduce dusty conditions. Explore shavings made of pine or aspen wood ideal for horse stables, since they don’t have a strong odor as with cedar shavings.

Horse Pellet Bedding

An alternative to shavings is horse pellet bedding, which is made of compressed fibers that turn into sawdust when wet. Pellet bedding is highly absorbent — even more so than shavings, which is ideal for keeping stalls clean. They also feature less dust and may even neutralize odors for a better-smelling stable. However, pellets typically needed to be soaked in water to expand properly. You’ll find 40-pound bags of pellets made from 100% pine that naturally resists insects, mold and mildew to keep your horses comfortable and healthy.

Frequently Asked Questions about Horse Bedding

Are shavings or pellets better for horse bedding?

For horse bedding, wood pellets are typically better than shavings for a few reasons. They are considerably more absorbent, have less dust and offer a more uniform size and shape. However, shavings are often cheaper than pellets and don’t have to be soaked, which can make them a better choice for some farmers and horses.

Why is it best if horse bedding has low dust levels?

It’s recommended to look for horse bedding that has low dust levels, as more dust can irritate the respiratory systems of horses and increase allergies, inflammation and other conditions with low dust is also simpler for farmers and equine owners to clean, which should be done on a regular basis.

How often should you change your horse’s bedding?

Horse bedding should be changed at least once a day, removing wet and soiled areas and replacing them with fresh bedding. If the horse is kept in its stall for long periods, it’s best if the bedding is changed twice a day. Replace the bedding completely at least once a week.

Stock Up on Horse Bedding Products at Tractor Supply

Keep your horse stalls clean and comfortable using horse bedding supplies. Visit your local Tractor Supply store today or browse our selection online to find the right type and size for your horses.