Fitch Vs. Finacard

[LydiaMinx]

I've been using fitch for roughly 4 weeks now, I LOVE it, but it certainly hasn't lasted as long as I expected (I still have a fair amount but was expecting it to last longer). As it is quite expensive, I was wondering if anyone found Finacard as absorbent/odur free as fitch? I go a week between full cleans with 3xdaily spot cleans for poo and wee so both are a must

 

[Bekki]

Finacard is a smaller bale and isn't as absorbent so Fitch can still be cheaper you should see if a local horse supplier has ecobale, green mile, walmsley premier bed as these are essentially finacard but £6 a bale

 

[Hermes]

Yeah, I got some chopped card from a local farm store for about £6. The fitch is lovely and soft and white but I actually prefer the card and I feel it controls odour better.

 

[madguinealady]

I use finacard.Tried ecobale but didn't like it as much as finacard.The bits are quite a lot bigger and the bale didn't last as long.I have to pay postage on mine as no transport.Am going on to Fitch as have a hairless rat and thought it would be better for her to lie on.If it wasn't for her I would be using finacard as it lasts for ages and keeps the smell down

 

[LydiaMinx]

I've looked for equestrian suppliers in my area and there doesn't seem to be any I might stick to fitch for now and continue my search!

 

[Hermes]

I use finacard.Tried ecobale but didn't like it as much as finacard.The bits are quite a lot bigger and the bale didn't last as long.I have to pay postage on mine as no transport.Am going on to Fitch as have a hairless rat and thought it would be better for her to lie on.If it wasn't for her I would be using finacard as it lasts for ages and keeps the smell down

Finacard should be fine for her but you can always provide softer nesting material and fleece hammocks so she's comfy.

 

[LydiaMinx]

I cleaned the boys out today and I'm near the bottom of my fitch...might give finacard a go and see, or have a browse online for some others

 

[LydiaMinx]

Just ordered two bales of finacard from their site for £27, so I'm getting aprox. 34kg for that price, not too bad I'll update on it when I get it and give it a go

 

[Azi]

I have tried both and prefer Fitch, it's a lot softer. Absorbency seem good and odour is about the same. I use paper pellets for my litter tray though, they are awesome, very absorbent.

 

[LydiaMinx]

I have tried both and prefer Fitch, it's a lot softer. Absorbency seem good and odour is about the same. I use paper pellets for my litter tray though, they are awesome, very absorbent.

I do absolutely love fitch, it looks so clean and I've noticed no smell! But it lasted me about 1/3 of the time I expected and for the price it is it actually worked out more expensive then my previous bedding (standard wood chips with hay). I'm trying Finacard but I think I'll miss the clean look of Fitch

 

[Azi]

I do absolutely love fitch, it looks so clean and I've noticed no smell! But it lasted me about 1/3 of the time I expected and for the price it is it actually worked out more expensive then my previous bedding (standard wood chips with hay). I'm trying Finacard but I think I'll miss the clean look of Fitch

I didnt find that I used less finacard, but I'm not sure how much the price difference was though, so I guess it could turn out cheaper. I only use it for my hay loft, so I don't go through that much.

 

[LydiaMinx]

I didnt find that I used less finacard, but I'm not sure how much the price difference was though, so I guess it could turn out cheaper. I only use it for my hay loft, so I don't go through that much.

I'm hoping it lasts longer even if I use the same amount as I've ordered more of Finacard (extra 24kg), fingers crossed it does! I'm just looking to spend as little as I can throughout the summer on bedding when money will be a bit tighter Hopefully the boys like it too!