Well, I think some people choose pine bedding because it is the cheapest and easiest to find. People who's hearts are really in the right place may not have the resources to buy good bedding. I think even if people use ceader bedding for thier rat's whole life, it is still better than the rat having a horrible slow painful death by a snake. But, of course, if you could buy nicer bedding you most definetly should. I g2g.......give your ratties hugs for me!