laying bin sand?

[AgentP77]

ok so ive heard a few ppl say just used washed play sand... where exactly do u find this? and why dont u use sand for reptiles like calci sand? maybe just more expensive? not really sure but i have a bearded dragon so i already have that kind of sand so can i just use that? other question is the sand is pink haha will that bother her?

 

[eriksorg]

You can get the play sand at Lowes or Home Depot...I'm sure the calci sand would be ok...just kinda expensive!!!

 

[AgentP77]

what about the fact that its pink? haha

 

[eriksorg]

If it is a dye,it may be a problem...

 

[kinyonga]

Calcisand has been known to cause impaction if ingested...so I wouldn't use it for your beardie either.

 

[AgentP77]

good to know! is there a better type of sand that u can buy from a pet store that u know of?

 

[Elizadolots]

You should be able to get play sand that has not been dyed. If you can't find it, ask.

 

[Olimpia]

Not really, all the sand they sell at pet stores seems crappy. You can just go to somewhere like Lowe's and buy a 50lb bag of fine play sand that's about $3. Waaaaay cheaper and way nicer sand than at pet stores. It's like powdered sugar if you get the really fine kind.

 

[kinyonga]

I have used this sand for years and it has never caused any issues if ingested or if it gets in their eyes...
http://www.homedepot.ca/product/king-play-sand-20kg/902209

 

[Branman]

you can also used regular potting soil from home depot. I have used potting soil multiple times and i never had a problem. I think its easier to keep moist than sand. I just buy the $4 bag from home depot.

 

[Olimpia]

you can also used regular potting soil from home depot. I have used potting soil multiple times and i never had a problem. I think its easier to keep moist than sand. I just buy the $4 bag from home depot.

Also true. Just try to find the top-soil kind. Other types have preservatives or perlite in it and it's best to avoid those if you have the choice. The top-soil is as close as it gets, apparently, to not having anything in it.

 

[Trin]

Also true. Just try to find the top-soil kind. Other types have preservatives or perlite in it and it's best to avoid those if you have the choice. The top-soil is as close as it gets, apparently, to not having anything in it.

There is organic choice soil too... it's mixed with a bit of peatmoss for the moisture holding abilities

 

[jannb]

I like sand because the dirt stains them and will not come off until the next shed.