My friends and I both use natural set ups. Cypress mulch seems to be the standard for bedding. I use plenty of natural branches, I can always throw them out and get more if need be. The only non-natural things are the water bowls and the plants. We do use some live plants here and there but sometimes it's more trouble then it's worth due to the animals destroying them. Overall I like natural setups far more! Forget "easy" newspaper, I like a nice looking enclosure to look into!
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John Light