Oxbow Organic Meadow Hay Small Animal Food, 15-oz bag
Feed your Guinea Pig, rabbit or chinchilla a high-fiber hay that is beneficial to them and the environment with Oxbow Bene Terra Organic Meadow Hay Small Animal Food. Some small pets including Guinea Pigs, rabbits and chinchillas, need hay to aid in digestion and keep their teeth trim. In fact, hay should be about 75 percent of their daily diet. Oxbow Bene Terra Organic Meadow Hay Small Animal Food is 100 percent certified organically grown without the use of chemicals. It provides your pet with an enticing, sweet-tasting combination of textures, fragrances and flavors. And because it is composed of a variety of hays found in their natural habitat, it will please even the pickiest eater and provide your pet with an enriching chewing activity that prevents boredom and alleviates stress. Place large handfuls of hay in the habitat daily and replenish as needed.
Key Benefits- Grass hay is absolutely vital to the health of small herbivores. It provides not only fiber, but environmental enrichment that mimics your pet’s natural habitat. As the caregiver, it is your responsibility to offer your pet hay every day.
- Grown without the use of chemical, this product is 100% organically grown. Offer your pet what they would naturally forage for in the wild!
- Hay is a variable product because it is grown in natural conditions. Each season creates hay that will look, feel and taste different. Composed of a variety of naturally-occurring hays.
- Ideal for picky eaters as this product features enticing textures, fragrances and tastes.
- The USDA Organic Seal on this product indicates that over 95% of the ingredients in this product are produced by certified organic farmers who emphasize the use of renewable resources and the conservation of soil and water to enhance environmental quality for future generations.
New look, same great formula! This product has recently undergone a packaging change. Customers may receive old packaging during this transition.
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Item Number95978
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Brand
Oxbow
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Food Form
Hay
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Lifestage
Adult
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Made in
United States
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Small Pet Type
Rabbit, Guinea Pig, Chinchilla, Degu
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Special Diet
Organic
100% Organic Meadow Hay.
| Guaranteed Analysis | |
|---|---|
| Crude Protein | 7.0% min |
| Crude Fat | 1.50% min |
| Crude Fiber | 32.0% max |
| Moisture | 15.0% max |
Place large handfuls of hay in your pet’s habitat daily. If your pet finishes what is given, offer more. Over 75% of your pet’s diet should be grass hay.
Hay is a variable product because it is grown in natural conditions. Each season creates hay that will look, feel and taste different. To avoid a picky eater resistant to these changes, offer your pet a variety of grass hays.
What is a herbivore?
Herbivores are animals that eat only plants. This includes hamsters, guinea pigs, rabbits, chinchillas and other common small animal pets.
Why does a herbivore need hay?
Feeding hay to an herbivore is not an option; it is a necessity. A high quality grass hay should be available at all times. Hay not only provides the roughage essential to maintaining proper teeth wear, but it is vital to maintaining a healthy, functioning gastrointestinal system. They need a diet high in fiber and low in carbohydrates to prevent diarrhea and other digestive complications.
Award-Winning, Certified Organic Food
Translated as "good earth," Bene Terra fortified food and treats gives rabbits and guinea pigs the nutrition these animals would find in their natural environment. More than 95% of the ingredients are certified organic, including high-fiber hay plus blueberries and cranberries, which are rich in antioxidants.
Treats for Enrichment
Oxbow's healthy treats are rewarding for small animals and their owners. Bene Terra Organic Barley Biscuits are oven-baked, natural and full of organic goodness. Packed with fiber, antioxidants and omegas, they're perfect for rabbits, guinea pigs, hamsters and other small pets.
The Gold Standard of Small Pet Nutrition
An ideal small animal diet includes 20% fortified foods for herbivores and 75% for omnivores for essential vitamins and micronutrients. Oxbow's three fortified food lines are recommended by veterinarians worldwide because they're specially formulated to meet the unique needs of small animals—a true gold standard of nutrition.
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ESSENTIALS: OXBOW'S FLAGSHIP LINE
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NATURAL SCIENCE: INDIVIDUALIZED NUTRITION
Adult guinea pigs and rabbits can benefit from individualized maintenance diets with novel ingredients for variety and long-strand fiber from three grass hays.
About Oxbow
Family-owned and operated, Oxbow is passionately committed to helping small animals lead longer, healthier lives. Grown by experts on Oxbow's family of farms, their formulas and life-staged diets have defined the way small animals are fed today. From plant to pet, Oxbow products meet the highest standards time and time again.
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36 Reviews
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By Nizza on Nov 11, 2018
The guinea pigs don't seem to like any of the store bought hay I have tried. I got some from a farmer and they eat it out of dish happily. I put this in a dish and it just sat there. I hope my hamster won't be as picky.
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By Auntie on Oct 21, 2018
My 3 year old lop refuses any hay other than the Oxbow Organic Meadow Hay. He knows the difference and will either ignore or try to kick out any other kind. I can always count on Chewy to have it available.
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By Yersinia on Nov 7, 2018
Alphonse really likes it. Binkybunny is selling a 40oz bag of this now, I hope Chewy carries it soon! Definetly the favorite.
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By Rattiesfan on Oct 25, 2018
Smells great, Looks Great, Chinchillas and Guinea Pigs are always excited for fresh hay! Always Consistently High Quality
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By VBFL on Jul 12, 2018
Oxbow's Organic Meadow Hay has been my go-to for YEARS for my house rabbits. I could always count on it as something a little different for variety's sake, easy to reach in and grab a handful for their breakfast--a wonderful combination of textures and flavors. The bag I just purchased consisted of "grass clippings" (1" and under) and thick sticks too large for my 12-year-old Lionhead's tiny teeth! Please return to your previous quality, Oxbow! We count on you!!
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By JHHR on Jul 21, 2018 Top 250 Contributor
All the Oxbow hay that I have got has been soft and green and smells amazing, all 3 rabbits like it, one of them is a 4-year-old Silver Fox/ Mini Rex buck named Wesley, and then there is a 3-month-old Lionhead Buck named Bandit and the last one is 4-month-old Mini Lop Doe named Buttercup and they all love Oxbow!!!!
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By Jojo on Aug 18, 2018
My lionhead loves the Oxbow hays that I buy for him. Bonus points to Chewy.com for providing the best way to keep his hay from getting everywhere!
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By Stormy on Aug 21, 2018
I have a young piggie and he just loves this hay, along with a few other Oxbow hays. they give him a good variety and he does not get bored with it.
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By Holly on Aug 20, 2018
My Velveteen lops love this meadow grass. They are kind of picky with their hay. I prefer the Oxbow brand for food and hay.
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By John on Apr 29, 2018
Been feeding this to my Bun for 8 months. Always a nice green, thinner, soft hay. (we use 4 different hays to keep her a variety). This was her favorite - almost like a super treat! Lately over the last 6 weeks this has been JUNK! Thick Brown like plain really old straw. Bun won't touch it. Doesn't even look like the same hay at all. Maybe Oxbow made a mistake or perhaps it's just a bad batch. Kind of funny since they say they "hand sort" hay. If it goes back to the nice green hay, then I'll get more, but not this JUNK now. :( Bun is not happy either.
