Product Overview
Oxbow Essentials Young Rabbit Food is specially formulated to support the rapid growth and development of rabbits under one year of age, as well as pregnant and nursing does. Starting with high-fiber, protein-rich Oxbow Alfalfa hay as the #1 ingredient, this complete pelleted food delivers the enhanced protein and calcium levels that young and developing rabbits require to build strong muscles and bones. Balanced vitamins and minerals support whole-body health during this critical life stage — with no artificial preservatives, colors, or flavors.
Made with 100% uniform pellets to ensure complete nutrition in every bite, Essentials Young Rabbit is the vet- and nutritionist-recommended choice for getting your rabbit's life off to the healthiest possible start.
Key Features
- #1 Ingredient: Alfalfa Hay — High-fiber, protein-rich legume hay fuels healthy growth and muscle development
- Complete & Uniform Formula — 100% consistent pellets guarantee complete nutrition with every bite
- Balanced Protein & Calcium — Supports muscle development and strong bone formation in growing rabbits
- 100% Daily Vitamins & Minerals — Everything young rabbits need with no supplementation required
- No Artificial Additives — Free from artificial preservatives, colors, and flavors
- Vet & Nutritionist Formulated — Developed with guidance from top small animal health experts
Ingredients
Alfalfa Meal, Wheat Middlings, Soybean Hulls, Soybean Oil, Salt, Cane Molasses, Lignin Sulfonate, Sodium Bentonite, Hydrolyzed Yeast, Choline Chloride, Vitamin E Supplement, Yeast Culture, 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, Sodium Selenite, Cobalt Carbonate, Vitamin B12 Supplement, Calcium Iodate
Guaranteed Analysis
| Nutrient | Amount |
|---|---|
| Crude Protein (min) | 15.00% |
| Crude Fat (min) | 2.50% |
| Crude Fiber (min) | 22.00% |
| Crude Fiber (max) | 25.00% |
| Moisture (max) | 10.00% |
| Calcium (min) | 0.60% |
| Calcium (max) | 1.10% |
| Phosphorus (min) | 0.25% |
| Vitamin A (min) | 10,000 IU/kg |
| Vitamin D (min) | 900 IU/kg |
| Vitamin E (min) | 190 IU/kg |
Feeding Directions
Growing Rabbits (under 1 year): Unlimited pellets daily, in addition to unlimited grass hay.
Pregnant / Nursing Does: Unlimited pellets daily, in addition to unlimited grass hay. Alfalfa hay may be given in small quantities.
*These are guidelines. If your rabbit is overweight or underweight, consult your veterinarian for more specific feeding information.
Transitioning to Essentials Young Rabbit: Week 1 — 3 parts current food, 1 part new. Week 2 — equal parts. Week 3 — 1 part current, 3 parts new. Week 4 — feed Oxbow Essentials Young Rabbit Food exclusively.
The Oxbow Difference
For over 30 years, Oxbow Animal Health has been the trusted name in small animal nutrition. Their team of veterinarians, nutritionists, and passionate pet experts works tirelessly to develop science-backed formulas that give small pets the foundation for long, healthy lives. Oxbow's commitment to purposeful ingredients, rigorous quality standards, and ongoing research means you can trust every bag to deliver exactly what it promises — complete, balanced nutrition your growing rabbit needs.