Oxbow Animal Health Essentials Hamster & Gerbil Food

Balanced Fortified Diet for Small Rodents

Product Description

Oxbow Essentials Hamster & Gerbil Food is a uniform pellet formula crafted with premium ingredients to meet the nutritional needs of hamsters and gerbils. Formulated with guidance from expert veterinarians, it delivers balanced protein, fat, fiber, vitamins, and minerals in every bite, preventing selective feeding and supporting healthy growth, maintenance, and overall well-being.

Benefits

Complete Nutrition:Provides 100% of the daily recommended vitamins and minerals for whole-body health

Uniform Pellets:Prevents selective eating habits common with mixes, ensuring balanced nutrition every serving

Energy & Fiber:Three high-energy grains and Timothy hay meal supply sustained energy and digestive support

Antioxidants & Prebiotics:Mixed tocopherols and inulin foster immune function and gut flora

No Artificial Additives:Contains no refined sugar, artificial colors, or preservatives – only genuine, purposeful ingredients

Ingredients

Timothy Meal, Pearled Barley (Rolled), Oat Groats, Canola Meal, Millet, Canola Oil, Wheat Gluten, Calcium Carbonate, Salt, Brewer’s Dried Yeast, Sodium Bentonite, Hydrolyzed Yeast, Mixed Tocopherols (preservative), Citric Acid, Soy Oil, Choline Chloride, Vitamin E Supplement, Zinc Sulfate, Zinc Proteinate, Niacin, Copper Sulfate, d-Calcium Pantothenate, Manganous Oxide, Riboflavin Supplement, Biotin, Thiamine Mononitrate, Magnesium Sulfate, Copper Proteinate, Vitamin A Supplement, Sodium Selenite, Manganese Proteinate, Pyridoxine Hydrochloride, Folic Acid, Vitamin D3 Supplement, Cobalt Carbonate, Vitamin B12 Supplement, Calcium Iodate, Rosemary Extract.

Guaranteed Analysis

Nutrient

Limit

Amount

Crude Protein

Min

15.00%

Crude Fat

Min

4.50%

Crude Fiber

Min

10.00%

Crude Fiber

Max

15.00%

Moisture

Max

10.00%

Calcium

Min

0.60%

Calcium

Max

1.00%

Phosphorus

Min

0.40%

Vitamin A

Min

10,000 IU/kg

Vitamin D3

Min

900 IU/kg

Vitamin E

Min

190 IU/kg

How to Use

Offer pellets ad libitum in a sturdy, tip-resistant dish.

Provide unlimited free-choice access to pellets for young, pregnant, or nursing pets.

Measure 1/8 cup for adult small hamsters and 1/3 cup for adult gerbils or large hamsters daily.

Encourage foraging by placing pellets in multiple locations.

Transition gradually over 4 weeks: Week 1 (25% new:75% old), Week 2 (50%:50%), Week 3 (75%:25%), Week 4 (100% new).

Store in a cool, dry place; reseal bag after each use.

Always supply fresh, clean water.

Recommended Feeding Chart

Pet Type	Daily Amount
Young or Pregnant Gerbil/Hamster	Unlimited free-choice
Adult Small Hamster	1/8 cup
Adult Gerbil/Large Hamster	1/3 cup

Disclaimer: This dosage information is provided by the manufacturer. Always consult your veterinarian before administering or adjusting any supplement for your pet.

Additional Information

Precautions

Not intended for other rodent species such as mice or rats.

Monitor intake to prevent obesity; adjust portions as needed.