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Oxbow Essentials Adult Rat Food is a nutritionally complete, veterinarian-recommended diet formulated to meet the unique needs of adult rats with a focus on long-term health, weight management, and digestive balance. Made with a carefully crafted blend of high-quality plant-based proteins and whole grains, this uniform pellet formula eliminates selective feeding and ensures consistent nutrient intake in every bite. Rich in fiber and fortified with essential vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants, this rat food supports strong immune function, healthy skin and coat, and sustained energy for your active small pet. Oxbow’s no-corn, no-seed recipe is designed to support optimal digestive health and reduce the risk of obesity, making it ideal for adult rats over six months of age. The pellet size and texture are specially developed for rats’ chewing habits, encouraging dental wear and natural foraging behavior.Made with no artificial colors, flavors, or preservatives, this diet aligns with clean feeding practices, offering trusted nutrition in a natural, balanced format. Whether you’re maintaining a single companion or a small colony, Oxbow Essentials Adult Rat Food delivers the consistent, science-backed nutrition your rats need to thrive.
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- Item Weight: 3 pounds
- Department: Pets
- Manufacturer: Oxbow Animal Health LLC
- ASIN: B000GABM1K
- Item model number: 744845404011
- Customer Reviews: 4.84.8 out of 5 stars(6,925)4.8 out of 5 stars
- Date First Available: February 14, 2008
- Item Package Dimensions L x W x H: 12.17 x 8.03 x 3.98 inches
- Item DimensionsLxWxH: 4.92 x 8.07 x 12.01 inches
- Item Weight: 3 Pounds
- Brand Name: Oxbow
- Target Audience Keyword: chinchillas, rats, small-animal-pets
- Directions: Adult (over 6 months) Unlimited In addition, it is recommended to feed a limited amount of appropriate vegetables and fresh fruits. Grass hay for foraging and nesting. * Please note that these are guidelines. If you have questions about your pet’s daily feeding regimen, please contact your veterinarian or Oxbow for more specific feeding information. This product is not intended for young, pregnant or nursing rats. We encourage pet owners to feed Oxbow’s Mouse and Young Rat Food during this stage of life. Offer Oxbow’s grass hay to stimulate natural nesting and foraging behavior. Transitioning Foods Week One, mix ¼ new food with ¾ current food. Week Two, mix ½ new food with ½ current food. Week Three, mix ¾ new food with ¼ current food. By Week Four, you can feed Oxbow Essentials Adult Rat Food exclusively to your pet.
- Model Name: Essentials Adult Rat Food - 3 lb
- Color: Basic
- Size: 3 Pound (Pack of 1)
- Material: Other
- Age Range Description: All Life Stages
- Number of Items: 1
- Manufacturer: Oxbow Animal Health LLC
- Style: Pellets
- Breed Recommendation: Small Breeds
- Specific Uses for Product: Active
- Is Discontinued By Manufacturer: No
- Product Dimensions: 4.92 x 8.07 x 12.01 inches; 3 Pounds
- Item model number: 744845404011
- Department: Pets
- Date First Available: February 14, 2008
- Manufacturer: Oxbow Animal Health LLC
- ASIN: B000GABM1K
- Best Sellers Rank: None
- Customer Reviews: 6925
- Brand: Oxbow
- Flavor: Rice
- Age Range (Description): All Life Stages
- Item Form: Pellet
- Specific Uses For Product: Active
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