If you have a pet iguana, you want to give it the best care possible. That means using only the best iguana substrate available. The substrate will keep your pet safe, clean and happy. Here are some of the best options to consider.
10. Tfwadmx Reptiles Carpet Mat
Ideal for: Iguanas, bearded lizards, small rodents
This mat is easy to install and remove when the cage needs to be cleaned. It’s comfortable and safe for iguanas, and it’s not the least bit messy. The liner can be used to cover the entire bottom of an enclosure or just a portion of it. It leaves room for your pet to move around and you don’t have to worry about it accidentally eating the bedding.
- Easy to clean
- Easy to install
- Affordable
- Doesn’t last long
- Can hold odors
9. Zoo Med Repti Bark
Ideal for: Iguanas, bearded dragons, anoles, and small rodents
This substrate is all-natural and safe for your pet. If your pet does accidentally eat it while hunting for live food in the enclosure, it won’t hurt it. It’s soft and helps reduce smells. It clumps up nicely, and it’s easy to clean out and replace.
- Reduces odors
- Clumps
- Safe for pets
- Messy
- Needs changed often
8. Zoo Med Eco Earth Compressed Coconut Fiber Substrate
Ideal for: Iguanas, geckos, anoles, and small rodents
These fiber bricks can be tossed in the enclosure and spread out easily. They expand to create plenty of substrate. It’s soft, comfortable, and safe for all pets. It absorbs liquid and clumps up when wet. It won’t harm pets if swallowed, and it helps prevent odors.
- Easy to store
- Safe for pets
- Blocks odors
- Messy
- Expensive
7. Zoo Med Eco Earth Loose Coconut Fiber Substrate
Ideal for: Iguanas, small reptiles, and small rodents
This substrate is possibly the best substrate for iguanas because it’s so soft and easy to add to an enclosure. It absorbs liquid and waste, and it helps prevent odors. If ingested, it won’t harm your pet. It’s all-natural and easily matches the accessories or decorations in the cage.
- Natural
- Safe
- Comfortable
- Messy
- Expensive
6. Zoo Med Forest Floor Bedding
Ideal for: Iguanas, small reptiles, and small rodents
This bedding is considered by many pet owners to be the best substrate for iguanas because it can absorb liquid and waste easily and prevents odors. It’s easy to spread in the enclosure. It won’t harm pets if ingested and it’s soft and comfortable.
- Natural
- Safe
- Comfortable
- Expensive
- Messy
5. Exo Terra Plantation Soil
Ideal for: Iguanas, geckos, bearded dragons, and small rodents
This bedding comes in a compact package, but once it’s opened, it expands to cover the bottom of any enclosure with ease. It’s easy for pets to move around in and it’s completely natural. It won’t harm pets if eaten, and it doesn’t contain any chemicals that could irritate your pet’s skin.
- Compact package
- Comfortable
- Natural
- Hard to clean
- Messy
- Expensive
4. Tfwadmx Coconut Fiber Mat
Ideal for: Iguanas, small reptiles, and small rodents
This coconut fiber mat is the best substrate for iguanas that don’t like how loose bedding sticks to their feet, or who try to eat their substrate. It’s easy to install, easy to replace, and it’s not messy. It can be used to cover the entire bottom of an enclosure and even used with other types of substrate if desired.
- Easy to install
- Easy to clean
- Not messy
- Doesn’t last long
- Doesn’t prevent odors
3. Zilla Alfalfa Meal
Ideal for: Iguanas, small reptiles, and small rodents
This bedding is natural and comfortable. It’s made of small pieces that won’t harm pets if ingested. It clumps up when wet so you can easily scoop out soiled sections to make it last longer. It help prevents odors, and it’s easy for pets to move around in and sleep on.
- Easy to clean
- Prevent odors
- Natural
- Messy
- Expensive
2. Kritter’s Crumble All Natural Coconut Husk Fiber
Ideal for: Iguanas, geckos, bearded dragons
This substrate is natural, soft and helps prevent odors. It’s easy to place into the cage, and it lasts a long time. The fibers are soft an won’t harm pets if eaten. It blends in with natural décor, and plants and looks natural. It absorbs liquid and waste.
- Absorbent
- Natural
- Prevents odors
- Messy
- Expensive
1. Reptile Prime Coconut Fiber Bedding Substrate
Ideal for: Iguanas, small reptiles, and hermit crabs
This coconut fiber bedding is loose and easy to add to your pet’s enclosure. It’s the best substrate for iguanas because it lasts a long time, is easy to scoop out, absorbs liquid, waste, and odors, and is safe for pets.
It won’t harm your pet if ingested and it’s completely natural and 100% organic. It blends in well with natural décor and accessories.
- Easy to scoop
- Absorbent
- 100% organic and dust-free
- Made in U.S.A.
- Has an odd smell when wet
- Pricey
Conclusion
If you want the best substrate for iguanas to keep your pet safe, happy, and its enclosure clean, there are a lot of options on the market. But choosing the best substrate for iguanas is important, but it doesn’t have to be difficult.
Think about your needs and preferences and those of your pet. Shop around for the best price and choose the one which will best meet the needs of both of you and which will allow you to spend less time cleaning, and more time playing with your pet.
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