Oxbow Natural Science Vitamin C Supplement For Small Animals (60 ct)

Essential Vitamin C Support for Small Pet Immune Health

Product Description

Oxbow Natural Science Vitamin C is a hay-based tablet with stabilizedL-ascorbyl-2-monophosphatefor rabbits, guinea pigs, chinchillas, rats, and other small pets. Essential for guinea pigs (who can’t synthesize vitamin C), it supports immunity, collagen/wound healing, antioxidant defense, and stress resilience. Timothy-hay base aids digestion; no artificial ingredients.

Benefits

Prevents scurvy (guinea pigs): Helps prevent lethargy and gum/joint issues.

Immune support:Aids normal defense functions.

Collagen & healing:Supports connective tissue and wound repair.

Antioxidant protection:Helps neutralize oxidative stress.

Stress resilience:Supports balanced response during change/illness.

Stabilized vitamin C:Maintains potency through storage/digestion.

High-fiber base:Timothy hay supports healthy digestion.

Ingredients

Active Ingredient (per tablet):

L-Ascorbyl-2-Monophosphate (Stabilized Vitamin C): Minimum 25 mg per tablet

Inactive Ingredients:

Timothy Grass, Barley Flour, Oat Groat Flour, Cane Molasses, Flax Seed Meal, Brewer’s Dried Yeast, Guar Gum (xanthan gum), Mixed Tocopherols (natural preservative), Rosemary Extract.

Guaranteed Analysis

Nutrient

Limit

Amount

Crude Protein

Min

10%

Crude Fat

Min

4%

Crude Fiber

Min

9%

Crude Fiber

Max

13%

Moisture

Max

10%

Ascorbic Acid (Vitamin C)

Min

25 mg per tablet

Calcium

Min

0.60%

Calcium

Max

1.10%

Phosphorus

Min

0.50%

Copper

Min

6 mg/kg

How to Use

Tablets are designed to be given whole or can be crushed and mixed with food, depending on the pet’s preference and species. Most small pets readily accept the natural molasses flavor. Tablets can be administered directly in the mouth, crushed and mixed into pellets or hay, or offered as a treat. Vitamin C requirements increase during stress, illness, or recovery; consult a veterinarian regarding increased dosing during these periods.

Recommended-Dosage Chart

Pet Species & Weight

Daily Dosage

Frequency

Duration

Special Notes

Rabbits (all weights)

1 tablet

Once daily

Ongoing

Preventative daily supplementation

Guinea Pigs (all weights)

1 tablet

Once daily

Ongoing

Essential daily due to inability to synthesize vitamin C

Chinchillas (all weights)

1 tablet

Once daily

Ongoing

Based on a typical 1.5-3 lb weight

Rats (all weights)

1/4 tablet

Once daily

Ongoing

Smaller body mass

Degus (all weights)

1/4 tablet

Once daily

Ongoing

Smaller body mass similar to rats

Stress/Illness (all species)

Increase per vet guidance

1-2 times daily

Duration of stress/illness

Vitamin C requirements increase up to 2-3x during stress

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

Dosage & Administration Instructions

Daily:1 tablet (or fraction per species chart)once dailywith food/treat; crush into pellets if needed.

Consistency:Give daily for immune/collagen support.

Stress/illness:Needs may rise2-3×–ask your vet; continue slightly elevated post-illness if advised.

Storage:Keep original containersealed, cool/dry, away from light/heat (stabilized form holds potency but still store properly).

Diet freshness:Pelleted diets lose vitamin C over time; tablets ensure guaranteed intake.

Additional Information

Precautions

Not forgrowing, pregnant, or lactatinganimals (safety unestablished).

Avoid ifallergicto ingredients.

Consult a vetif on meds or withkidney disease/hypercalcemia.

Don’t exceed>10×recommended dose (may raise urinary oxalate in susceptible pets).

High doses may interact withanticoagulants/antibioticsor acidifying drugs.

Store out of reach; keep containertightly sealed.