Our Products
Purpose manufactured for a higher standard of research.
Shepherd Specialty Papers manufactures bedding and enrichment products
designed specifically for the biomedical research industry.
Our products support research integrity, animal welfare and
operational productivity.
Bedding
ALPHA-dri®
Virgin cellulose bedding for
consistent, reliable research
√ High Absorbency
√ Consistent Particle Size
√ Test & free of common contaminants
√ Stable sustainable source
ALPHA-dri® PLUS™
Bedding and nesting in one.
√ All the benefits of ALPHA-dri®
√ Includes ALPHA-twist®
√ Supports natural behaviors
Enrichment
Shepherd Shack®
A better environment for healthier research
√ Multiple Styles
√ Encourages natural behaviors
√ A simple enrichment solution
ALPHA-twist®
Twisted paper enrichment for natural behaviors.
√ Promotes foraging
√ Reduces fighting in mice
√ Supports natural nesting
Cage Liners
Techboard™
A highly absorbent, untreated technical grade cage board
√ Dimpled layer: reduce liquid run-off
√ Highly Absorbent
√ Easier Handling
Poly Pad™
Versitile liners made from multi ply cellulose wadding
√ Multi ply cellulose
√ Sturdy polyethylene backing
√ Prevents Leakage
√ Economical liner option