In a nutshell, yes, shavings can be used to create high-quality horse bedding. Through P.H Winterton’s sawmill waste collection we gather surplus wood from sawmills all around the country and create both equine bedding and wood chip pellets that can be used for biomass fuel boilers. For this blog, we will focus on why shavings are one of the best materials you can use to keep your horses comfortable. What are the criteria for good horse bedding? There are a number of criteria for what makes good bedding for horses, such as – Is it safe for horses? – Our sawdust bedding is extremely safe for horses Is it available in plentiful supply? – We supply different bales of bedding, with up to 48 packs able to fit onto a wooden pallet Is it absorbent? – P.H Winterton boasts three different types of equine bedding, all with excellent absorbency qualities How easy is it to store? – We give you the freedom of how much you purchase in one go, making it easy to store small or larger quantities at a time Is it cost-effective? – Our economy bale equine bedding is perfect for horse owners who are working on a budget but still need the best bedding Many horse owners think they need to bed their stalls as they would their own bed – soft and fluffy. But horses by nature do not need a soft, fluffy bed unless there are particular concerns which could include older horses needing to lie down frequently or stay down for longer periods of time. The main purpose of bedding is to absorb urine and moisture. Why should I choose shavings? Nothing quite looks and smells like a fresh stall of shavings. Our bedding keeps your animal and healthy, which is proven to help you to maintain a high standard production in the long run. Contact us for more information If you have any questions about shavings from P.H Winterton, please do not hesitate to get in touch...
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Good quality shavings from P.H Winterton and Son is the best bedding material for dairy cows and their cubicles all over the country. Our bedding materials are light in weight, easy-to-use and work well with automated scrapers and slurry systems. High-quality cattle bedding needs to be non-abrasive, dry, highly absorbent, does not cause clouds of dust and keeps your cows clean and comfortable and handles well in slurry systems. Invest in the Finest Cow Bedding Investing in the best cattle bedding ensures your cows do not get hock infections, experience high levels of mastitis, lameness or high cell counts. These issues can result in reduced lying times and less milk produced. Hock infections are a major cause of lameness in dairy cows and can lead to wound infections that could result in abortions in cows. Poor quality shavings can also cause damage to the skin which if it comes into contact with bacteria can result in hock or foot infections which can impact on their performance. Comfort for cows is extremely important as an extra hour of lying time could be worth a litre of milk. Bacteria only multiply in warm, damp conditions which means keeping cubicle beds and bedding dry with adequate ventilation. This removes moisture from buildings, reduces humidity and allows beds to dry. The Best Shavings Bedding from PH Winterton P.H Winterton and Son offer three types of cubicle bedding which is ideal for cattle. Firstly we have soft-dust bedding that is made from 100% softwood that is kiln-dried and made to the highest standards. Our agri-dust sawdust has become one of the most popular brands of sawdust across the UK because of its quality and consistency. Its grains are screened to 3mm or less which leaves less chance of abrasion or illness that can be caused by other animal bedding. P.H Winterton has also added Zebra Fibre animal bedding to our range, which can be used as both cow or equine bedding because of its superb absorbency qualities. If you would like to know more about our cow bedding products, please contact us...
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Preparation is key to producing the best dressage performance by your horse in the upcoming calendar of events. Here at P.H Winterton and Son, we understand the care and attention needed to keep your horses healthy and competing at the highest level. This is why we only produce the finest equine bedding to keep your stables cosy and comfortable. Showjumping Tips from P.H Winterton and Son We work with plenty of showjumpers who compete in competitions right across the country, so if you’ve got a show on the horizon; take a read of our essential tips – Know Your Horse – No two horses are the same so walk the course with each individual horse in mind. Watch the Clock – Be conscious of the time allowed if it looks like it’s going to be a tight squeeze look for areas where you can save time e.g. angling a jump or turning inside a fence. Know Your Starting Direction – The approach you take to the first fence will often set the pace for the rest of the course. Employ Some Old Tricks – One of the oldest course builder tricks is to encourage horses to flatten. Make sure your horse is sitting on its hocks to give you the best chance of jumping clear. Watch Similar Horses – If you get the opportunity to watch similar horses to yours you will get a good idea of how your horse will approach the course. Your Choice of Equine Bedding P.H Winterton and Son offer two types of high-quality equine bedding that will suit any customer’s budget. Our Cheshire Choice bedding is made from 100% wood shavings giving your horses maximum comfort and excellent absorbency levels. With a unique temperature controlling feature, this type of animal bedding keeps warm in winter and cool in summer. Economy bale is the alternative cost-effective bedding solution that is double dust extracted making the shavings hygienic. Find out More About Animal Bedding from P.H Winterton and Son With six decades of experience in the equine bedding industry, P.H Winterton and Son are the only suppliers who will get your horses jumping for success at your next show. If you’d like to know more about...
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Here at P.H. Winterton, quality, convenience, and reliability are the most important things to provide to our customers… Known through Derbyshire, Staffordshire, and Cheshire for having the most beneficial shavings on the market, our animal bedding, industrial, and biomass services are carried out using remarkable grade A wood residue from the joinery industry. Since we are a family ran business who take great pride in offering a diverse range of services and products, we are perfect for the agricultural, industrial, and domestic sectors looking for a solution on animal bedding, saving money on heating bills, and reducing the chance of slips in the workplace. What Make Our Shavings So Great? As mentioned above, our shavings are sourced from the joinery industry, meaning that we only get the best wood for our products with amazing beneficial properties…. Any animal bedding we create is carefully selected from our dedicated team to absolutely make sure there are no harmful substances included in any batches. All shavings are made from 100% softwood for comfort and warmth, and we currently supply our bedding to the equine, poultry, and cubicle industry. We are said to be the number one choice for animal bedding across the region! Other amazing benefits you can gain from our bedding is a double dust extraction system to protect your animals respiratory system and a unique temperature regulating structure to maintain and ideal warmth in stables, cubicles, and huts. For biomass fuel, our wood produce is the perfect component for creating a natural source of energy that could save you money on heating and electricity bills, along with keeping the environment healthy! Enquire About Our Shavings Today If you would like to speak to our experts about shavings and determine whether our products would be suitable to your situation, contact us for a chat and we will be happy to help you with advice and...
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