A review on effect of different bedding materials on growth, microclimatic variability and physiological indices of animals

Housing management of animals in the form of bedding as of paramount importance for good health and better growth. It reduces the stress on the animals caused due to adverse climatic conditions. Decrease in stress conditions by increasing animal comfort by providing ideal bedding substrate may results not only in improved production but also may facilities warmth, comfort, cleanliness and weight gain so flooring or bedding is one of the most important components of animal housing as far as animal health and welfare are concerned. Bedding material should be clean, inert, comfortable, and ideal particle size. It should help the animal to reduce heat loss through conduction and to cope up with adverse environment. This review article notify the important research works done in this field for better understanding and selection of proper bedding materials for animals.