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- 04/06/2016 at 9:01 PM
  m0938
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  Hi guys,
  
  I am thinking about changing from paper litter pellets to wood pellets. However, here in NZ the selection seems quite limited and I am not too sure if the brand I am looking at is suitable and safe.
  
  http://www.azwood.co.nz/Firetime+Wood+Pellet+Fuel/Wood+Pellet+Specifications..html
  This is the brand I am considering, I would appreciate if anyone could let me know if they’re ok to use.
  
  Thanks so much!
- 04/06/2016 at 9:24 PM
  SamLM5511
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  Hi!
  
  I personally would just stick to the paper pellets. Many wood based products contain aromatic oils that could be harmful to a rabbits delicate respiratory system.
  
  Hope this helps!
- 04/06/2016 at 9:33 PM
  SamLM5511
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  I just looked at the product. This product seems very safe and natural (from what I can tell) if you choose to go with wood. But pine is notorious for having a high density of previously mentioned aromatic oils. Very strong smell. Which smells nice ot us, but could be harmful to our precious buns!
  
  Posted below is a great link that contains more specifics as to why not to use wood/pine based litters. It also contains a chart that compares the pros and cons of various types of litter.
  
  http://www.rabbit.org/journal/1/liver-disease.html
- 04/06/2016 at 9:52 PM
  tobyluv
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  It looks like those pellets would be find to use, since it says they have no additives. I assume that’s the same as saying that they have no accelerants.
- 04/06/2016 at 11:49 PM
  LBJ10
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  Kiln dried pine products are safe to use. Phenols are only present in pine/cedar shavings or chips.
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