Is Fir Bedding Safe for Chicks?

[ChirpyScribe]

If the shavings are truly dust-free, they might be okay, but I'd personally stick with pine since it's widely recommended and proven safe.

[EggHarvester]

Hi everyone! I'm getting my brooder ready and picked up some dust-free fir shavings from the feed store for bedding. The staff assured me its safe for chicks, but I havent found much info online to confirm that. I still have time to switch to a different bedding if needed. Does anyone have experience using fir shavings for chicks? Should I stick with it or look for something else?

Appreciate any advice, thanks!

I'd suggest kiln-dried pine instead. It's cheap, widely available, and won't cause potential respiratory issues like fir might.

[ChickenChick]

I used fir once, and my chicks were fine, but the smell was strong. I ended up switching to pine, and it seemed fresher.