Oxbow Animal Health Cavy Cuisine Adult Guinea Pig Dry Food 2.25kg
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Rs. 1,666.00
Regular price
Rs. 1,675.00
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Oxbow Animal Health Cavy Cuisine Adult Guinea Pig Dry Food 2.25kg
Sale price
Rs. 1,666.00
Regular price
Rs. 1,675.00
Product Overview
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Brand: Oxbow Animal Health
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Product line: Essentials / Cavy Cuisine → Adult Guinea Pig Food
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Target: Adult guinea pigs (usually over 6 months)
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Size: Available in various weights, including 2.25 kg among other sizes.
Key Features & Benefits
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High‑fiber diet: Made primarily from Timothy grass meal, to support healthy digestion.
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Lower protein, calories & calcium compared to alfalfa‑based pellets, which suits adult guinea pigs (they don’t require as much of those nutrients as young, pregnant or nursing animals).
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Stabilized Vitamin C added, because guinea pigs cannot produce their own vitamin C, so dietary supplementation is essential.
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Optimal calcium : phosphorus ratio to help maintain urinary health.
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No artificial preservatives, colors, or flavors.
Ingredients
Typical ingredients list includes:
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Timothy grass meal
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Soybean hulls
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Wheat middlings
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Soybean meal
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Cane molasses
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Salt, and various vitamin & mineral supplements including stabilized Vitamin C, Vitamin A, D3, E, etc.
Guaranteed Analysis / Nutritional Values
Here are key nutritional values (approximate / minimumâ€maximum as per manufacturer specifications):
| Nutrient | Typical Value / Range |
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| Crude Protein (min) | ~ 14 % |
| Crude Fat (min) | ~ 1.5 % to ~ 2.0 % |
| Crude Fiber (min) | ~ 25.0 % |
| Crude Fiber (max) | ~ 28.0 % |
| Moisture (max) | ~ 10.0 % |
| Calcium (max) | up to ~ 0.75 % (varies) |
| Phosphorus (min) | ~ 0.25 % |
| Vitamin A / D3 / E / etc. | Present at stabilised levels sufficient for adult guinea pigs; e.g. Vitamin C ~ 250 mg/kg min in some formulations. |
Feeding Guidelines
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Recommended for mature guinea pigs, generally those over 6 months of age. Not intended for young, pregnant, nursing or gestating guinea pigs, who need higher nutritional levels.
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Suggested daily amount: ≈ 1/8 to 1/4 cup pellets per day, in addition to unlimited grass hay (such as Western Timothy, Orchard, etc.).
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Always ensure fresh hay is available for fibre and dental health.
Considerations & Warnings
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Because it’s lower in calcium and protein than alfalfa pellets, switching from an alfalfaâ€based diet should be gradual to avoid digestive upset.
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Ensure guinea pigs receive daily Vitamin C, as deficiency can lead to health issues. This food includes stabilized Vitamin C, but if consumption is low, extra supplementation may be needed.
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Observe the animal’s weight and condition; adjust feeding if overfeeding or underweight.
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Store in a cool, dry place to preserve vitamin content and prevent spoilage.