{"product_id":"pr-hemp-bedding-10-litre","title":"ProRep Hemp Bedding 10 Litre – Reptile \u0026 Tortoise Substrate","description":"\u003cp\u003ePR Hemp Bedding is a natural, fibrous loose substrate made from dried, chopped hemp plant stems. Designed for use in vivariums and terrariums, it suits a wide range of snakes, tortoises, and small mammals — offering a clean, low-maintenance floor covering that works with the animal's natural behaviours.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhat it's made from\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eProduced from the dried, chopped stems of the hemp plant, this substrate is highly absorbent, dust-free, and odourless. It is completely biodegradable and safe if accidentally ingested — a genuine consideration for species that feed on the enclosure floor.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eSuitable species\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eColubrids and other burrowing snakes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTortoises kept in indoor enclosures\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSmall mammals housed in similar setups\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eHow to use it\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eSpread evenly across the enclosure floor to a depth of at least 2.5–5cm (1–2 inches). Spot-clean daily to remove waste, and replace the entire substrate every two to three weeks — or sooner if it becomes heavily soiled or damp.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eHeat mat compatibility\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eIf an under-tank heat mat is your primary heat source, avoid using a deep layer of this substrate directly over it. Excessive depth can restrict heat dissipation and cause the mat to overheat. Always follow the heat mat manufacturer's guidelines on substrate depth.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eA straightforward, keeper-friendly substrate that ticks the key boxes: clean, safe, and easy to manage — whether you're setting up a new vivarium or refreshing an existing one.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Peregrine","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54148606722385,"sku":"SMH010","price":5.41,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0963\/0403\/8225\/files\/SMH010_1.jpg?v=1782599697","url":"https:\/\/viperia.co.uk\/products\/pr-hemp-bedding-10-litre","provider":"Viperia UK","version":"1.0","type":"link"}