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Hemp Animal Bedding
100% natural hemp hurd bedding, processed and bagged in Mifflintown, PA. Better for your animals. Better for the land.
Request Free SampleWhy Hemp Bedding
Your Animals Deserve Better Than Pine Shavings
Hemp hurd is the woody core of the hemp stalk. When processed through our decorticator in Mifflintown, it becomes a soft, absorbent, virtually dust-free bedding that outperforms wood shavings, straw, and sawdust in every way that matters.
4x More Absorbent
Hemp hurd absorbs up to four times its own weight in moisture. Stalls stay drier longer, which means healthier hooves and less mucking for you.
Virtually Dust-Free
Unlike pine shavings and sawdust, hemp hurd produces minimal airborne dust. Better for your animals' lungs and better for yours.
Natural Odor Control
Hemp's cellular structure traps ammonia deep in its core. Your barn, coop, or pen stays fresher without chemical additives or deodorizers.
Compostable
Hemp is tannin-free with a neutral pH. Used bedding goes straight into your compost or garden soil with no acid buildup. No composting period needed.
Naturally Antibacterial
Hemp fibers naturally resist bacterial growth, helping keep stalls and coops more hygienic between full cleanouts.
Lasts Longer
Hemp holds its structure when wet instead of crumbling. Spot-clean soiled areas and top off. Full stall changes happen far less often.
Works For
From Stalls to Coops to Hutches
Horses
Soft on hooves, low dust for respiratory health, stays dry all day.
Chickens
Perfect for deep litter method. Controls ammonia and composts beautifully.
Goats & Sheep
Durable bedding that holds up under hoof traffic in pens and barns.
Small Animals
Gentle on paws, safe if nibbled, keeps hutches dry and odor-free.
How It Compares
Hemp vs. Traditional Bedding
| Feature | Hemp Hurd | Pine Shavings | Straw |
|---|---|---|---|
| Absorption | 4x weight | 2x weight | 1.5x weight |
| Dust level | Very low | High | Moderate |
| Odor control | Excellent | Fair | Poor |
| Compostable | Direct to soil | Needs aging | Slow breakdown |
| Antibacterial | Natural | No | No |
| Acidic oils | None | Phenols present | None |
| Time between changes | Weeks | Days | Days |
Getting Started
How to Use Hemp Bedding
Spread a 3 to 6 inch base layer
For horse stalls, start with 3 to 5 bags to create a solid base. For coops and small animal enclosures, 1 to 2 inches is plenty.
Spot-clean daily
Remove solid waste and heavily soiled patches. Hemp holds its shape when wet, so you can easily identify and remove just the soiled areas.
Top off weekly
Add a thin layer of fresh bedding once a week or as needed. You will use far less material than you are used to with shavings or straw.
Compost the used bedding
When it is time for a full change, the used hemp goes straight to your compost pile or garden. No acids, no tannins, neutral pH.
Try It Free
We're offering free samples to farms, stables, and animal owners in the Juniata County area. Let us drop off a bag so your animals can try it.