Oxbow Essentials Hamster & Gerbil Food 454g
Oxbow Essentials Hamster & Gerbil Food is a premium complete diet formulated to support the healthy and active lifestyle of hamsters and gerbils. Made with carefully selected ingredients, this balanced formula provides the right combination of protein, fats and carbohydrates to meet the daily energy and nutritional needs of small pets.
The recipe includes three sources of energy-rich grains that help support daily activity and vitality. Each pellet is produced using Oxbow’s EVERYBite technology to ensure consistent nutrition in every bite, preventing selective feeding and ensuring your pet receives the full range of vitamins and minerals required for optimal health.
This formula also includes antioxidants and prebiotics to support digestive health and overall well-being. Developed with guidance from leading veterinarians and animal nutritionists, Oxbow Essentials Hamster & Gerbil Food delivers complete daily nutrition while remaining free from artificial preservatives, colours, and flavours.
The balanced nutritional profile supports healthy digestion, strong immunity and sustained energy levels, helping small pets maintain a healthy and active lifestyle.
Key Features
EVERYBite Complete Nutrition
Uniform pellets ensure balanced nutrition in every serving and prevent selective feeding.
High Energy Grain Blend
Three sources of grains provide sustained energy for active hamsters and gerbils.
Supports Whole Body Health
Includes antioxidants and prebiotics to support digestion and immune health.
Balanced Nutritional Formula
Provides the right levels of protein, fats and carbohydrates for daily nutrition.
No Artificial Additives
Free from artificial preservatives, colours, and flavours.
Veterinarian & Nutritionist Formulated
Developed with expert guidance to support small pet health.
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
Crude Protein (min): 15.00%
Crude Fat (min): 4.50%
Crude Fibre (min): 10.00%
Crude Fibre (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
Feeding Guidelines
Young (Under 6 Months) or Pregnant/Nursing Hamsters & Gerbils
Provide unlimited pellets daily.
Adult Small Hamsters (Over 6 Months)
Approximately 1/8 cup daily.
Adult Gerbils or Large Hamsters (Over 6 Months)
Approximately 1/3 cup daily.
Note: Hamsters often hoard food. Regularly check their habitat for stored food and adjust daily feeding amounts if necessary.
Although hay is not a dietary staple for hamsters and gerbils, providing small amounts of hay can encourage natural burrowing behaviour.
Transition Guide
Gradually transition to the new diet over 4 weeks.
Week 1: 25% new food + 75% current food
Week 2: 50% new food + 50% current food
Week 3: 75% new food + 25% current food
Week 4: Feed Oxbow Essentials Hamster & Gerbil Food exclusively.
Pack Size
454 g (0.454 kg)
Product Specifications
Product Name: Oxbow Essentials Hamster & Gerbil Food
Country of Origin: United States
Manufacturer
Oxbow Animal Health
11902 South 150th Street
Omaha, NE 68138
USA
Benefits
Supports balanced daily nutrition for hamsters and gerbils.
Provides sustained energy with nutrient-rich grains.
Promotes digestive health through prebiotics and fibre.
Encourages consistent nutrition through uniform pellets.
