Pine bedding/Corn snake

[vjb]

Yes or no?
I just read that it can be bad for my corn. I also use it for my Rosy Boa and Kingsnake.
Am I doing something harmful for the snakes?
Should I switch to paper towel or newspaper ASAP?
I'm reading conflicting info on the web and thought I'd pose the question to the knowledgeable people here.

[ajsnoopy]

Pine and cedar have oils that can harm the snake (upper respiratory and the like). Aspen's going to be the better choice for wood bedding

I would switch to paper towels or newspaper, at least until you acquire some aspen.

[mr. s]

Yes, there are some mixed thoughts. As snoopy said, in theory, there are harmful chemicals released which have the potential to create problems, although I have never heard scientific finality on the subject.
Is the risk worth it?

[Seru1]

When in doubt throw it out. I'd definatly change them over to paper ASAP until you can get some aspen From my reading.

[wilomn]

So long as your pine is kiln dried you should have no problems with it.

[vjb]

Switched. Thanks for the responses! Now, if I could just find a sore that stocks SaniChips near me.