Cellu-nest™ Details
Research Integrity
Cellu-nest is an excellent, cost effective option that supports research goals.
- Paper Pulp Based
Cellu-nest is manufactured from paper pulp used in human food grade applications - Consistent
Consistent paper pulp results in low microbial and chemical contaminants. - Not Manufactured from Harvested Materials
Wood Chips and corn cobs are manufactured from harvested materials that vary significantly in chemical composition, bulk density and microbial load.
Animal Health & Welfare
Research animals give their lives for the advancement of science. In return, we at Shepherd believe it is our duty to provide bedding material that encourages species specific behaviors and overall health.
Cellu-nest is an exceptional bedding choice in support of this lofty goal.
- Soft and comfortable
The soft, fluffy paper pulp pieces of Cellu-nest are much more comfortable than other bedding materials made from wood or corn cob - Promotes Instinctive Behaviors
Large, soft pieces promote burrowing and natural nest building activities - Absorbent
- 99.9% Dust-Free
Operational Productivity
Bedding material is crucial to the health and welfare of the animals and the research goals of the investigators. However, bedding material must also be able to be utilized effectively and efficiently within a large scale research facility.
Cellu-nest’s unique characteristics and overall performance supports economical facility wide usage.
- Bedding and Nesting Enrichment – Combined
The unique characteristics of Cellu-nest make it an effective bedding and nesting material combined without the extra labor or cost of adding supplemental nesting material - Economical Price Point
- Extended Cage Changes
- The superb absorbency of Cellu-nest enables extended cage changes
- Stays Together When Wet
Cellu-nest is comprised of high wet strength pulp that does not disintegrate when wet - Easy to Handle
Cellu-nest has a low bulk density resulting in light weight, easy to handle bags - Available through our Distributor Network